Architect:
Rafael Vinoly Architects
Completion:
2004
Description:
The Graduate School of Business's new facilities "grew from the basic recognition that Gothic structural expressions characterize the architecture" of the University of Chicago, according to the architect. But the building's exterior seems to gesture more to the small Robie House that sits just north of the site than the campus.
Inside, the Gothic influence is felt greatly, in the soaring, tree-like structure supporting the glass roof above the main atrium space. While the interior finishes could have been a better fit with the exterior and the "tree canopy", ultimately it does not detract from one of the University's better efforts in its recent building program.
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Address:
5807 South Woodlawn Avenue
Chicago, IL 60637
773.702.7743
Map/Directions/Info:
The building is located at 5807 South Woodlawn, on the southeast corner of Woodlawn and 58th Street, across the street from Frank Lloyd Wright's Robie House.
Train: Metra Electric Line to 55th-56th-57th or Univ. of Chicago/59th St. stations
Bus: #6, #15, #28, & #170 CTA lines
Visit the GSB's web site to arrange a visit and for more detailed instructions.
Nearby:
Akiba-Schechter Jewish Day School
Links:
University of Chicago Graduate School of Business
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