Chrysler Building - New York

Country USA

Floors 77

Height(m) 319

Height(ft) 1046

Date Built 1930

DescriptionVital Statistics :

The Chrysler Building is a famous example of Art Deco architecture. It was also the first man-made structure to stand taller than 1,000 feet (305 meters). There are two sets of lighting in the top spires and decoration. The first are the V-shaped lighting inserts in the steel of the building itself. Added later were groups of floodlights which are on mast arms directed back at the building. This allows the top of the building to be lit in many colors for special occasions. Earthquyake Safety : Special Design Features :The distinctive ornamentation of the building is based on features that were then being used on Chrysler automobiles. The corners of the 61st floor are graced with eagles, replicas of the 1929 Chrysler hood ornaments[1]. On the 31st floor, the corner ornamentation are replicas of the 1929 Chrysler radiator caps[2]. The building is constructed of masonry, with a steel frame, and metal cladding