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Google Reveals Thompson Center's Stunning Makeover and Future Chicago Office
architecturetechnology2 years ago

Google Reveals Thompson Center's Stunning Makeover and Future Chicago Office

Google has revealed new renderings of its planned $280 million renovation of the Thompson Center in Chicago, showcasing a transparent, energy-efficient glass facade that will allow more natural light into the building and provide increased outward views. The building's exterior colonnade and plaza will also be reworked to enhance the ground floor experience. The iconic 17-story atrium will be renovated and retained, while the building's color scheme may change. The renovation represents a preservation success for the Thompson Center, which Google purchased in 2022 to transform into its Chicago headquarters. Construction is set to begin next year.

Unveiling the Enigma: The Truth Behind New York's Windowless Skyscraper
architecturetechnology2 years ago

Unveiling the Enigma: The Truth Behind New York's Windowless Skyscraper

A mysterious skyscraper in New York City, known as 33 Thomas Street or the Long Lines Building, has sparked wild theories and speculation on social media due to its lack of windows. The building was originally designed to house AT&T telephone switching equipment and served as a major telecommunications hub. It is rumored to have been built to withstand a nuclear blast and functioned as an NSA surveillance site, according to leaked documents by Edward Snowden. While some believe it is a secret base for the NSA, others suggest it is a data center or a home for vampires and lizard people. The true purpose of the building remains a mystery.