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  Lake Point Tower, Chicago   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-24)
Lake Point Tower is located on the peninsula which leads into Navy Pier, one of Chicago's most popular tourist attractions.
Lake Point Tower was finally surpassed as the tallest all-residential building in Chicago in June 2003 when 55 East Erie was topped out.
Lake Point Tower is the only tall building in Chicago east of Lake Shore Drive; a city ordinance prohibits construction of any others.
www.emporis.com /en/wm/bu/?id=116956   (722 words)

  
 Koenig & Strey GMAC Real Estate and Chicago, IL MLS Search: Lake Point Tower Chicago
Lake Point Tower is a 70 story high-rise building which was constructed in 1966-67.
Lake Point Tower features a $1 million, fully-equipped, state-of-the-art health spa with racquetball court, universal gym, Cardiac Hydra Fitness Center with Aerobic Super Circuit, exercise equipment, steam baths, saunas, jacuzzi and an indoor and outdoor pool.
Lake Point Tower is the only residential building on permanent display at the Museum of Science and Industry's exhibit highlighting the history of Chicago Architecture.
chicago.yourinternetagents.com /home/2006/02/lake_point_towe.html   (888 words)

  
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Lake Point Tower is located at 595 North Lake Shore Drive in Chicago, Illinois and was completed in 1968.
Lake point was the tallest apartment building in the world at the time of its opening in 1968.
Lake Point is also the tallest building east of Lake Shore Drive and will always be because the city prohibits construction of skyscrapers on that side.
www.infocustech.com /iftstore/proddetail.asp?prod=60   (115 words)

  
 Transit Center could link to U.S. Bank project
The Transit Center is directly east of the site of the proposed Lake Point Tower, a high-rise office, residential and hotel development that is being planned by U.S. Bancorp and Milwaukee development firm JBK Properties.
Lake Point Tower has been slated for land adjacent to the 42-story U.S. Bank building, 777 E. Wisconsin Ave.
However, the sticking point is that, because the building was built with federal funds, the county would likely have to repay the federal government the cost of the building if it were ever torn down.
www.fastmortgageusa.net /articles/120205-0020.php   (587 words)

  
 Grandeur LUXURY LIVING ON THE GULF COAST
Built by former students from Mies’ 1922 design, Lake Point Tower was the first of three planned skyscrapers with curving glass walls; the other two were never built.
That’s the principle behind the Sears Tower.” The design also served the very utilitarian goals of the Sears company: housing 5,000 Sears employees in the base, leasing to tenants in the middle, and claiming for the world’s largest retailer the world’s height record, a distinction it held from 1973 to 1996.
The Sears Tower was first topped by the Petronas Towers in Kuala Lampur, Malaysia, and then this year by the new record holder, Taipei 101.
www.news-press.com /special_sections/grandeur/fall/stories/towers2.html   (1011 words)

  
 Invsco - Home Page   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-24)
Lake Point Tower Private Residences - Chicago, IL A world-class architectural trophy, realized by former colleagues from an original design by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, the father of modern architecture.
Invsco acquired Lake Point Towers in 1988 and the conversion to condominiums resulted in a total gross sales of $200,000,000.
The unique vantage point of this distinctive high-rise condominium, with its bell-shaped tower, gives homeowners panoramic views of the surrounding community.
www.invsco.com /newsinfo/successstories.html   (798 words)

  
 Build Your Own Chicago Lake Point Tower   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-24)
When built in 1968 this 70-story tower across from Navy Pier was the tallest apartment building in the world: 645 feet.
The tower sits on a raised platform with a private park above and parking beneath.
Lake Point Tower facts at A View on Cities
www.wurlington-bros.com /BuildYour/LakePtTower.html   (70 words)

  
 How to Build Lake Point Tower   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-24)
Bend the walls of the tower around a pencil or dowel to create a 3-sided clover shape.
The seam of the tower piece will be in the center of one of the concave sides of the tower, as shown with an asterisk, while the lighter shading on the walls indicates where the three outer lobes of the tower should be (fig.
Look at the 3-lobed rooftop piece and note that the ends of the three outer lobes are not perfectly circular: the end of each lobe has a flat spot.
www.wurlington-bros.com /BuildYour/howLPT.html   (537 words)

  
 American Invsco   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-24)
Private Residences - Chicago, IL A world-class architectural trophy, realized by former colleagues from an original design by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, the father of modern architecture.
The only condominium east of Lake Shore Drive, the world's tallest residential building is situated on Chicago's most coveted and panoramic real estate location.
With its unique curved glass curtain wall rising 70 stories above Lake Michigan's shoreline, Lake Point Tower is the best-known condominium in Chicago.
www.invsco.com /success/lakepoint.asp   (75 words)

  
 For Rent   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-24)
Amazing lake, harbor and city views from this large studio (706 sf.).
Corner unit with panorama south/east views of lake, city and park.
Lake Point Tower, assures you that you will receive the same care and consideration as thought you were purchasing a home here.
www.chicagolakecondos.com /renting.htm   (240 words)

  
 Total Shade-Lake Point Tower Chicago, Illinois
With its unsurpassed lake and city views, Lake Point Tower is without a doubt Chicago's Premiere definition of lake front living.
We at Total Shade have put together a special package of Thermal View window treatments for Lake Point Tower residents.
They have been sized to fit your windows perfectly, and are in stock for fast installation.
www.totalshade.com /lakepoint.html   (162 words)

  
 Lake Point Tower - Schipporeit & Heinrich from Ludwig Mies van der Rohe - Great Buildings Online
Search the RIBA architecture library catalog for more references on Lake Point Tower
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Create your own Lake Point Tower in live 3D with DesignWorkshop® Classic Home Design for just $79.95!
www.greatbuildings.com /buildings/Lake_Point_Tower.html   (105 words)

  
 Boston.com / A&E / Restaurant Search
"cite at the top of lake point serves french food...
"one of just three restaurants in chicago with a towering view (this one is 70 floors up and affords a magnicifent view of the city and lake).
"cite has sweeping 360-degree skyline views from the 70th floor of lake point tower.
hotels.boston.com /restaurants-view-3126444050-cite-chicago-il.htm   (372 words)

  
 Koenig & Strey GMAC Real Estate and Chicago, IL MLS Search: Lake Point Tower Chicago Large 1 BR Condo - $429,000
Lake Point Tower Chicago Large 1 BR Condo - $429,000
Mary Fran Gast has just listed this gorgeous one bedroom condo in Lake Point Tower.
As with every Lake Point Tower condo, you get access to the best amenities Chicago high rise living has to offer, as well as spectacular, east of Lake Shore Drive views...
chicago.yourinternetagents.com /home/2006/03/lake_point_towe.html   (252 words)

  
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The park-like dock site is situated directly south of Lake Point Tower near the intersection of Lake Shore Drive and Illinois Street.
Convenient parking is available at North Pier, a few steps west of the ship across Lake Shore Drive.
There are several other lots located within walking distance, including Lake Point Tower and Navy Pier.
www.el-presidente.com /location01.html   (94 words)

  
 Real estate developer Charles Shaw dies suddenly | Crain's Chicago Business
(Crain's) — Charles H. Shaw, developer of Chicago’s Lake Point Tower, died yesterday of an aortic aneurysm in Snowmass, Colo. He was 72.
Shaw came to Chicago to build Lake Point Tower, which was the tallest residential building in the country when it was completed in 1968.
The Shaw Company completed a $180 million restoration of the Chicago Hilton and Towers in the South Loop and developed Lutheran Village, the retirement home in Arlington Heights.
www.chicagobusiness.com /cgi-bin/news.pl?id=19029   (542 words)

  
 SkyscraperCity - Lake Point Tower, Chicago
The curves look awesome, and the color scheme makes the tower looks even better.
We have done a lot of major projects, have a sensitivity, with the culture the special qualities of the city, its climate, the fact that it is a city with beautiful landscapes, the water, that it is a city that cares about its future.
i always love driving by this one on lake shore dr.
www.skyscrapercity.com /showthread.php?t=42199   (303 words)

  
 Welcome to Cité Chicago
Cité is the premier restaurant located on Lake Michigan.
It features breathtaking 360- degree panoramic views of Chicago's majestic skyline and historic Navy Pier from the 70th floor of Lake Point Tower.
The private dinging room at the new Cité can accommodate groups up to 75, or you may choose to hold your special event utilizing the entire restaurant which seats up to 150 guests.
www.citechicago.com /catering.htm   (297 words)

  
 Chicago Condo Search Engine - Lake Point Tower - 505 North Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL
Lake Point Tower - 505 North Lake Shore Drive
spacious & bright high floor unit w/beautiful lake views.
The accuracy of all information, regardless of source, including but not limited to square footages and lot sizes, is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified through personal inspection and/or with the appropriate professionals.
www.eldorrado.com /lpt_available_members.php   (143 words)

  
 Sold Properties   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-24)
Chicago Lakefront Properties sold the following units at Lake Point Tower:
LAKE POINT TOWER GARAGE SPACES FOR SALE AND RENT
We can give you a head start in getting your move organized with the resources listed here...
www.chicagolakecondos.com /sold.htm   (77 words)

  
 North Palm Beach, FL (33408) Property: Lake Point Tower #L-6 - Gorgeous Southeast Intraco...
North Palm Beach, FL (33408) Property: Lake Point Tower #L-6 - Gorgeous Southeast Intraco...
Lake Point Tower #L-6 - Gorgeous Southeast Intracoastal Views!
Add your own notes on this listing to view them at another time.
www.homes.com /Content/ListingDetail.cfm?PropId=30872908   (118 words)

  
 Stock Photography Chicago Skylines, Stock Photos, Travel Photo Images Chicago Skylines
Stock photography of Chicago skylines and stock photos of the skyline of Chicago with famous architecture and skyscrapers like the Sears Tower and the John Hancock Building.
We have stock photos of Millennium Park with the Petrillo Bandshell and the Chicago Loop skyline beyond.
Also stock photography of historic buildings in Chicago like the Rookery and Frank Lloyd Wright buildings like the Robie House on the campus of the University of Chicago.
www.odysseyphoto.com /portfolio/Chicago/Chicago-Skylines.html   (319 words)

  
 Unit #758 | $1,175,000 | 100 LAKESHORE DRIVE #8 | 2522261 - CondoCompany.com   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-24)
OLD PORT COVE LAKE POINT TOWER UNIT 758 UNIT 758
Unit 758 at the Lake Point Tower is located in NORTH PALM BEACH at.
NORTH PALM BEACH real estate is currently offering condo buyers many options, and the Lake Point Tower is one of the top choices.
palmbeach.condocompany.com /West-Palm-Beach/Lake-Point-Tower/2522261   (97 words)

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