Lost 1956 Skyscraper Unbuilt for Decades Finally Brought to Life
Summary
Nearly 70 years after Frank Lloyd Wright designed a mile-high skyscraper called The Illinois, Spanish architect David Romero created detailed 3D images showing what the building might have looked like. The Illinois was a very tall, 528-story design intended to be a "city in the sky," and Romero’s work helps people see Wright’s vision using modern technology.Key Facts
- The Illinois was designed by Frank Lloyd Wright in 1956 as a mile-high, 528-story skyscraper.
- It was never built but meant to be a "city in the sky" and a new kind of urban space.
- Spanish architect David Romero made 3D renderings of The Illinois to visualize the building.
- Romero studied other Wright towers to accurately recreate The Illinois in detail.
- The renderings place The Illinois alongside real buildings like the Eiffel Tower to show its scale.
- Wright’s design used a tapered tetrahedral shape to handle wind forces, not just for looks.
- Some engineering ideas in The Illinois remain relevant today, though some reflect 1950s technology optimism.
- The project highlights ongoing debates about building taller structures versus renovating existing buildings for sustainability.
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