April 14, 2009
Downtown
address:
10 Witherell
data:
Year built: 1928
Architect: Louis & Paul Kamper
Style: Classical with Beaux-Arts details
history:
When originally built, it was referred to as the Eaton Tower and was the 2nd tallest building in Michigan at the time. The classical style tower was once topped with Beaux-Arts details, most of which have now disappeared. The building features relative small floor [...]
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July 18, 2008
Downtown
address:
500 Griswold Street
data:
Year Built: 1928 -1929
Architect: Wirt Rowland (Smith, Hinchman, & Grylls)
Style: Art Deco
history:
The Guardian Building, a National Historic Landmark, is a skyscraper in downtown Detroit, Michigan. Built in 1928 and finished in 1929, the building (originally called the Union Trust Building) is a bold example of Art Deco architecture, including some art moderne designs. [...]
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