  
The sole surviving Burnham & Root commercial building from the 1880s and 1890s, the Rookery was innovative in its structural and architectural design. The building is supported by a rail-grillage foundation and a metal “skeleton.” At the center of the almost square structure is a light court (seen in this photo) with magnificent ironwork in the ceiling, railings and stairways. Marble, polished white granite and glass contribute to the openness and accessibility of the inside of the building. In contrast to the light and spacious interior, the Rookery’s exterior creates an imposing visual sensibility using red granite and pressed brick with terra cotta detailing and ornamentation. A massive stone arch hovers over the LaSalle Street entrance. Origin of name: In post-fire (1871) Chicago, the southeast corner of LaSalle and Adams (the Rookery’s site) housed a temporary city hall (frequented by local politicians) and stables (frequented by local pigeons,) two species which are known to “hang out” in their respective “rooks.” Though City Hall and the stables have long been demolished, the nickname of the “Rookery” was retained for sentimental reasons and by popular demand. Original Architect/Firm: Burnham & Root; Date completed: 1888.
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