Others: David Chipperfield Architects, Hay Foundry & Iron Works, Hegeman-Harris Co., Philips International Holding Corporation, Weiskopf & Pickworth LLP, Severud Associates.
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First finished art-deco skyscraper.
First building in New York City which gained official landmark status.
The building won the Chicago's Tribune Tower competition at 1st & 2nd place designs, to create a sculptural tower of Raymond Hood's gothic detailing with the Eliel Saarinen's art deco streamlines running-up, which in black would minimize the visual interruption of windows.
American Radiator's image is reversed at night when glowing windows burn in the dark facade and the crown is lit up.
A similar design was reinterpreted in Frankfurt at the end of the century with Main Plaza building.
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