SKYDB
Data backbone

Other information
besides just buildings.

SKYDB is built from regions, companies, photos and the dictionary that ties them together. Pick a thread to pull.

Explore database →
RegionsBrowse every region on file→
CompaniesArchitects, developers, engineers→
DefinitionsTerms and concepts explained→
New toolHeatmap modeSee structure density visualised across cities - beta.
Try heatmap →
Buildings, everywhere.

Unlimited ways
to discover.

Browse the top 1000 tallest, search for any building by name or attribute, or explore city-by-city statistics.

Explore buildings →
Search formFind content with ease.→
Top 1000 SkyscrapersUpdated as new towers complete→
Biggest CitiesView city-related statistics→
Biggest CountriesNational rankings + records→
RegionsBrowse buildings by region→
CompaniesArchitects, developers, engineers→
For SKYDB Premium usersChannelsChannels organize buildings across cities and countries by height or theme. Their building lists are available with SKYDB Premium.
Browse channels →
SKYDB Community

Where accuracy
comes from.

We are what makes SKYDB stand apart. Editors who care about buildings and care more about getting them right. Same standards, same care.

Community →
EditorsA community which matters→
MembershipsElevate your possibilities→
How to submitWhat we need and how to send it→
Add buildingLaunch the object tool→
Upload photosSubmit missing images→
My contentEverything you added and edited→
SpotlightFeatured PersonalityMarshall Gerometta is "the brain" when it comes to heights. As a veteran in the field, he also maintains the world's official list of the tallest skyscrapers.
Explore his work →
Since 30 years

The source
for tall buildings

SKYDB is creating the world's most comprehensive and deepest database of tall buildings. Used by professionals, maintained by experts.

Who we are →
Who we areExperts in the field→
Pricing and ServicesGet access to paid options.→
DefinitionsHow we measure and verify→
Knowledge BaseArticles + tutorials→
Get the NewsLatest announcements→
ContactReach out to the team.→
Featured activitySKYDB AwardsThe best skyscrapers of the world. Selected every year by SKYDB and its community members.
Visit the page →
Panorama of Chicago File 310-956-285

Chicago, IL city

structure #137547295building

Butler Building

existing 70.4 m 16 floors 1924

Full map Join SKYDB
Location of Butler Building
Height Rankings

Object dataJoin to edit

Tip Height70.4 m
Architectural Height70.4 m
Roof Height70.4 m
Height Top Floor57.3 m
Floors16
Completion1924
Structural Formhigh-rise building
Main Usagestudent dormitory
Status existing
Architectural Styleneo-gothic
Address162 North State Street
Smart Address162 North State Street
CityChicago
CountryUnited States
Source: SKYDB | As of: 2026-09-17

Location

Full MapGoogle MapsBing Maps

Rating

The rating reflects architectural quality and visual impact as judged by SKYDB users, and feeds into how this building is ranked across the site.

Files Join to upload

  1. Photo 102-276-798
    Photo 102-276-798
    John W. Cahill
  2. Photo 197-005-202
    Photo 197-005-202
    John W. Cahill
  3. Photo 689-859-003
    Photo 689-859-003
    John W. Cahill
  4. Photo 356-177-110
    Photo 356-177-110
    John W. Cahill
  5. Photo 772-039-036
    Photo 772-039-036
    Daniel Kieckhefer
  6. Photo 362-601-230
    Photo 362-601-230
    Daniel Kieckhefer
  7. Photo 472-219-517
    Photo 472-219-517
    Daniel Kieckhefer
  8. Photo 411-845-036
    Photo 411-845-036
    Daniel Kieckhefer