The Windy City's Not-So-Humble Giant: How Tall is Trump Tower Chicago (Spoiler Alert: It's Yuge)
Ah, Chicago. City of deep dish pizza, jazz that'll knock your socks off, and...well, some pretty darn tall buildings. But among these architectural giants, there's one that stands out, not just for its height, but also for its name in lights (or maybe not-so-bright lights, depending on who you ask). Yes, we're talking about Trump Tower Chicago.
So, Just How Tall Are We Talking Here?
Now, this is where things get interesting. You see, measuring a building's height can be a bit like that time your friend swore they could totally fit a whole pizza in their mouth (spoiler alert: they couldn't). There are different ways to do it, and depending on the method, you might get a slightly different answer.
The Spire Situation:
Let's start with the most impressive-sounding number: 1,388 feet. That's the height if you include the spire, which is basically a fancy pointy bit at the top. It's like the feather on a really expensive hat – adds some flair, but not exactly essential.
Top of the Roof, Doc
But hey, maybe spires aren't your thing. That's cool. In that case, we can go with 1,171 feet. This is the height if you just measure to the top of the actual roof, minus the spire. Think of it as the building going for a more practical, understated look.
Wait, There's More?
Now, things get a little technical. There's this organization called the Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat (CTBUH) – yes, that's a real thing, and yes, they probably have some very fancy rulers. They have a way of measuring buildings that takes into account stuff like where the main entrance is. Apparently, Trump Tower Chicago has a bit of a lower entrance down by the river. So, according to the CTBUH, the official height is 1,388 feet (including the spire).
So, is it the Biggest?
Not Quite the King of the Windy City
While Trump Tower Chicago is definitely up there in the skyscraper rankings, it's not the absolute tallest in the city. That crown belongs to Willis Tower (formerly Sears Tower), which comes in at a cool 1,450 feet. So, Trump Tower Chicago is the Michael Jordan to Willis Tower's LeBron James – a total baller, but not quite the undisputed champion.
But Hey, Second Place Ain't So Bad
Look, even if it's not the tallest, there's no denying that Trump Tower Chicago is a pretty impressive piece of architecture. And hey, it's definitely got a lot of name recognition, for better or worse. So next time you're in Chicago, craning your neck to take in the view, be sure to check out this Windy City giant – spire and all.
