At 875 North Michigan Avenue—formerly known as the John Hancock Center—a new, interactive entry experience from 360 CHICAGO has opened, honoring the building’s design and Chicago history. During the exhibit launch, Structural Engineering Principal Benton Johnson spoke about the distinctive X-brace and its evolution and adoption into later SOM structures, including 100 Mount Street in Sydney, Australia, and 800 Fulton Market in Chicago. The world’s first mixed-use tower, 875 North Michigan Avenue is an architectural icon representing the close collaboration between architect Bruce Graham and structural engineer Fazlur Khan. It touts the first use of an exterior diagonalized tube structural system, which was developed specifically for this building. Below, enjoy as we explore the archives and get a peek of the exhibit, as well. Designed by Next/Now, the multimedia concourse activation features sketches and photos from the SOM archives and leads visitors to the coveted 360 views from the 94th floor observation deck, more of which you can learn about below. MORE → bit.ly/3Xso56T 📷: Ezra Stoller | Esto, McShane-Fleming Studios, Tequila Graphics
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Hancock Tower! 🖤
As a lifelong Chicagoan, creating an experience celebrating our city and its most iconic building was an incredible privilege. Thanks for the shout-out Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM)!
The blend of history and innovation is truly inspiring. 🌟 #ChicagoArchitecture #DesignExcellence
Iconic building. I have fond memories of working from the Octagon office in the John Hancock building during my role producing bespoke BMW 7, 6, & M series events when our tour took us to the greater Chicago area.
The pictures are extraordinary▪️▫️
Chicago is always going to be my first love when it comes to Architecture 🥰💕
Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM) an honor and and pleasure bringing this experience to life in such an iconic building - thanks for the Next/Now call out!
Principal, Global Industry Leader (Mixed use MXU, Tall Buildings) - Gensler London
3moStill the best high rise ever, very photogenic in black and white too!