Kate Ascher, The Heights: Anatomy of a Skyscraper (New York: Penguin Press, 2011)
Skyscrapers are a vital component of modern cites. They allow tens
of thousands of people to work in close proximity, allowing them to
share ideas. Tall residential buildings have also become important to
supporting vibrant 24 X 7 downtowns, keeping thousands in close
proximity to downtown amenities after the workforce has gone home.
Anyone interested in understanding the modern city would benefit from reading Kate Ascher’s masterful tribute to the skyscraper.

This book offers something for almost everyone, whether your interest
lies in engineering, construction, real estate or cities. As someone
with a Ph.D. in history (although I work in the real estate investment
industry), I was particularly drawn to Ascher’s discussion of the
relationship between the economy, history of capitalism, history of
technology and skyscraper evolution.
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Chicago Skyscrapers: Chicago Board of Trade, photo by jochemberends |
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Chicago skyscrapers, seen from Millennium Park, photo by Salim Virji |
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Chicago - skyscrapers from the Magnificent Mile, by roncaglia |
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Chicago Skyscrapers: Aon Center, by jochemberends |
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