#13: Constructing a Towering Skyscraper
Imagine being suspended hundreds of feet in the air, with nothing but chains to cling to! It sounds pretty scary if you ask us. This awe-inspiring scenario was a reality for workers captured in a photograph as they bravely assembled a skyscraper. It’s not a scene for those who fear heights, illustrating the boldness and precision required in early skyscraper construction.
One worker can enjoy a pipe amidst the precarious heights in a display of remarkable calm. The era of Art Deco influenced the construction of these towering marvels during the 1920s. The iconic Flatiron Building in NYC is a testament to this era, with construction costs between $60 and $80 million.