THE LANGHAM HOTEL AT THE IBM BLDG
July 15, 2013
I was too young to appreciate the wonderful architecture when we visited the US years ago. So imagine my desire to revisit these places when I learned about these buildings and architectural landmarks in architecture school. I've always loved the IBM Building for it's sleek and modern design, and it would be a great opportunity to experience the building and it's spaces first hand!
And what a great way to experience a building than to be staying as a hotel guest? The Langham Hotel takes up the first 13 floors of this 52-storey IBM tower, with offices occupying upper floors IBM - after which the building was named - moved out of the tower in 2006. The architecture firm Perkins + Will currently has its Chicago offices in the IBM Building.
The IBM building between the Marina City development by Bertrand Goldberg and Trump Tower by Skidmore, Owings & Merrill.
Just look at all those amazing spaces. Definitely dreamy! :) So posh and luxurious.
I just think it's a great way to preserve architecture - by making it part of the city's tourist attractions by transforming it into a hotel. As long as non of the buildings original exterior is compromised, then conversion, or adaptive reuse is always a good thing. The guests/tourists get to experience the space and the world renowned architectural landmark first hand! And the hotel looks so posh and beautiful! :) Now that's a great vacation. :)
This building is surely on my 'architectural tour' list. would be an honor to visit it in person someday. :)
It's another rainy Monday. Stay dry everyone and enjoy your week! :)
Photos from worldarchitecturenews.com
Read more about the Langham Hotel at the IBM Building here.
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