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Panorama of Chicago File 251-493-889
structure #703446221building

Carbide & Carbon Building

existing 153.3 m 37 floors 1929

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Building Mass Height153.3 m
Tip Height153.3 m
Architectural Height153.3 m
Roof Height153.3 m
Floors37
Completion1929
Structural Formskyscraper
Main Usagehotel
Status existing
Architectural Styleart deco
Address230 North Michigan Avenue
Smart Address230 North Michigan Avenue
Smart Address85 East South Water Street
Smart Address245 North Garland Court
1st Level DistrictDowntown
2nd Level DistrictLoop
CityChicago, IL
CountryUnited States
Source: SKYDB | As of: 2026-10-03

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