Skyscraper

Published: Aug. 8, 2018, 1:56 a.m.

b'Humans, throughout history, have had an innate desire to reach for the sky. Today we explored the avenue to do so via skyscrapers. \\nWe highlight the history, explore the economics of their development, and discuss trends of safety and innovation that have allowed these buildings to reach new heights! We pose the question, "How relevant are skyscrapers to Millennials?"... and find out Dimitrius\' Top 5 movies with skyscrapers. \\n\\nProject Spotlights:\\nHome Insurance Building by William Le Baron Jenney | Chicago, IL \\nThe Chrysler Building by William Van Alen | Manhattan, NY\\nThe Empire State Building by Shreve, Lamb & Harmon Associates | Manhattan, NY\\nShanghai Tower by Marshall Strabala + Gensler | Lujiazui, Pudong, Shanghai\\n\\nShow Music:\\nIntro - "Funky Suspense" from www.bensound.com\\nHistory - "Enigmatic" from www.bensound.com\\nAudio Clips: Skyscraper (1996)trailer | "Ghostbusters" theme song by Ray Parker Jr. | Mission: Impossible theme song by Lalo Schifrin | Skyscraper (2018)trailer\\nOutro - "Man Alone Chimes the Hour" by Nihilore'