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Crain Communications Building

existing 177.4 m 41 floors 1983

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#68 in Chicago
#477 in United States
#4917 Worldwide

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Building Mass Height	177.4 m
Tip Height	177.4 m
Architectural Height	177.4 m
Roof Height	177.4 m
Floors	41
Completion	1983
Structural Form	skyscraper
Main Usage	commercial office
Status	existing
Architectural Style	modern
Address	150 North Michigan Avenue
Smart Address	150 North Michigan Avenue
Smart Address	90 East Randolph Street
City	Chicago
Country	United States

Source: SKYDB | As of: 2026-09-21

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