Category Archives: Architecture
Day 92: Eyesore or History??
As I do research on the photos that I have posted to find out more on the history of the architecture and locations that are featured, I have found that many people feel that parts of Chicago that hold historic … Continue reading
Day 91: Stairway to Hell
This photo was taken on a day where I ventured out to walk around somewhere that I don’t often go. I ended up walking around on Columbus and lower Randolph and came across these stairs. Lower Randolph there isn’t often … Continue reading
Day 87: St Paul Catholic Church
These photos were taken of the St Paul Catholic Church in Chicago. It was built by architect Henry Schlacks and was one of the first churches he built. Founded by the German community that was established in 1876, it took over 30 years in the … Continue reading
Day 86: Chicago Fire Department Relief Columns
This structure located outside of the Midway Airport Fire Department, Engine 127, is a combination of architectural artifacts that were salvaged from Chicago Fire Houses that have since been demolished. Uptop is the limestone lintel inscribed “Chicago Fire Department” that was saved … Continue reading
Day 80: Viaduct
I am always a big fan of how taking a photograph of something ordinary can make it look extraordinary. Things that you look at everyday and not even take a second glance, can make you stop in awe when seen in a … Continue reading
Day 77: Railway Powerhouse
Located on Milwaukee and Clinton, the Powerhouse is the best-surviving building associated with the Chicago and North Western Railway. This was one of the city’s most prominent historic railroads. While a … Continue reading
Day 76: McCormick Bridgehouse
The McCormick Bridgehouse & Chicago River Museum uncovers the marvels of the Chicago River. Visitors find themselves inside the southwest bridge tower of the Michigan Avenue Bridge where each of the five-stories of the Bridgehouse Museum captures a critical moment … Continue reading
Day 73: Top of the Tower
One of the things I love about the Chicago is the way the city skyline changes colors throughout the year to support a cause or a sports team. This photo was taken of the top of the Willis Tower (always known to … Continue reading
Day 69: Thoughts for Japan
I know that the goal of this blog was to showcase the great things around Chicago since I love this city so much, but I also have a great respect for other cities around the world. One of my favorite … Continue reading
Day 66: The Trump Tower- A Different View
Back in January I posted a picture of the Trump Tower in Chicago. This too, is the Trump Tower… just a different view of the building–one which I feel may sometimes be overlooked by the average person. This photo was … Continue reading
Showcasing Chicago One Image at a Time 