Chicago Spire

Chicago Spire

The construction of the Chicago Spire was started in 2007, when the ground was broken in the month of July and thirty two reinforced concrete caissons were installed. On the completion of this building, it will become the tallest building in entire Chicago in terms of its roof height, thereby surpassing the stature of buildings like Sears Tower and Taipei 101. It is likely that the Chicago Spire will be compared with another building named Burj Dubai.

The architecture of this impressive building has been inspired from natural forms. Every floor of the building juts out seven arms from the main central vertical axis and each arm has a concave edge. When the building rises, every floor rotates by 2 degrees in such a manner that the length of the radial arms decrease. This ends in the formation of an elegant spiral turn of the building. The spiral shape of the building resists the forces of the wind as well.

Enjoying a great location bordering Lake Michigan, the guests and residents of the 5-star hotel can get thrilled with the beautiful view of the lakefront and the city. The Chicago Spire is slated to be finished by 2012. It will have 150 floors, 1,200 rooms, and a floor area of 81,470 m². It is supposed to be used for as a hotel, office and also for residential purposes. Architect Santiago Calatrava will give this high-rise its magnificent shape.