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Louis Sullivan’s Carson Pirie Scott is one of the first department stores to be built using steel frame construction. The new technology allowed for more open and more light-filled retail spaces. Sullivan’s signature detailing of geometric and botanical forms in cast iron covers the display windows at sidewalk level.
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Comments (3)
I didn't notice any other Louis Sullivan buildings, and one of my favorite buildings in the world was designed by him. The Baha'i Temple in Wilmette, Illinois is an extraordinarily beautiful building, and I'm proud it's in my hometown.
Posted by Sherrie Connelly | February 8, 2007 4:13 AM
Posted on February 8, 2007 04:13
Sherrie,
There is one more Louis Sullivan building on the list - the Auditorium Building (147).
Posted by Andy | February 8, 2007 10:46 AM
Posted on February 8, 2007 10:46
Sherrie,
The Baha'i Temple in Wilmette was designed by the French Canadian architect Louis Bourgeois. I can see why some might attribute it to Sullivan, as it is covered with lace-like ornamentation that resembles Sullivan's ornament.
Posted by Andrew Hope | February 13, 2007 11:04 PM
Posted on February 13, 2007 23:04