Out of the Loop | The Intimidating Height of Skyscrapers

Architects attempted to disguise early Chicago skyscrapers' height, in fear they would intimidate people.

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They did so by separating groups of windows by moldings, which has become one of the staples of the Chicago School of Architecture.

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