The Rookery
Designated a Chicago Landmark in 1972 after being added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1970, The Rookery is universally considered an architectural masterpiece. Designed by famous architectural partners Burnham and Root, the picturesque Rookery was originally completed in 1888.
THE ARCHITECTURE - The Rookery
The Rookery was an engineering marvel at its inception, and architect John Wellborn Root’s brilliance is exemplified in the foundation and structure. Root developed a means for dispersing the vertical weight of the structural columns onto a …
VISITING THE ROOKERY
If you are interested in scheduling a photoshoot within the building, please download the form below listing various packages and locations. We are a beautiful spot for wedding or engagement photos, family portraits, prom pictures and more!
OUR STORY - The Rookery
Located in the heart of downtown Chicago’s financial district, The Rookery was built to be a prestigious business environment. The building has an unrivaled history in Chicago and has proven, throughout generations, to be a place of bold progress and great success.
THE ARCHITECTS - The Rookery
Before The Rookery, Root was designing tall buildings with a blank slate because no one had defined exactly what they should look like. In The Rookery, he created a weighty substantial base and emphasized the verticality by allocating more delicate details toward the top.
AREA & AMENITIES - The Rookery
Located in the heart of downtown Chicago’s financial district, The Rookery was built to be a prestigious business environment. The building enjoys an unrivaled history in Chicago and has proven, throughout generations, to be a place of bold progress and great success.
SPECIFICATIONS - The Rookery
SITE: 0.729 acres bounded by LaSalle Street to the west, Adams Street to the north, Rookery Court to the east, and Quincy Court to the south. BUILDING CONSTRUCTION: The structural framing is cast iron. The above grade slabs consist of …
PRIVATE EVENTS - The Rookery
Celebrate your special occasion amidst the gallantry of The Rookery. You and your guests will be delighted by the timeless beauty of Frank Lloyd Wright's masterful designs within the building's Light Court.
WHY OFFICE WITH US — The Rookery
Touched by luminaries Frank Lloyd Wright and William Drummond, it was later meticulously modernized to a sustainable LEED Gold office building. Common areas and restrooms have been upgraded to a marble rich five-star quality and The Rookery shines at night, lit by an award-winning LED design.
AVAILABILITIES - The Rookery
Rarely available mezzanine level space with direct access via the grand staircase of the building lobby. Available signage opportunity. Features views into the stunning lightcourt lobby, high lofted ceilings, and large windows.