When Was the First Skyscraper Built? A Historical Perspective | Discover the World's Most Iconic Skyscrapers: Architecture, Design, and Innovation

When Was the First Skyscraper Built? A Historical Perspective

The term “skyscraper” is generally applied to tall buildings of more than 40 stories or approximately 150 meters (490 feet) in height. The first building to be widely recognized as a skyscraper... Read more »
Uncovering the Moment: When Was the Iconic "Lunch Atop a Skyscraper" Taken? | Discover the World's Most Iconic Skyscrapers: Architecture, Design, and Innovation

Uncovering the Moment: When Was the Iconic "Lunch Atop a Skyscraper" Taken?

The iconic photograph “Lunch atop a Skyscraper” was taken on September 20, 1932, during the construction of the RCA Building (now known as 30 Rockefeller Plaza) in New York City. The black-and-white... Read more »
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