The monolithic museum anchoring the Obama Presidential Center in Chicago has topped out, with former president Barack Obama placing his signature on an uppermost beam.
Designed by Tod Williams Billie Tsien Architects, The Museum sits on the northern side of the Obama Presidential Center with a form that was "inspired by the idea of four hands coming together".
The Museum building at the Obama Presidential Center has topped out
"The Museum Building, the tallest building on the 19.3 acre campus, has reached its full height of 225 feet (68 metres), known in the construction industry as 'topping out,'" said the team.
President Obama attended the topping out ceremony, signing a beam which will be located in the top-floor Sky Room a restful space for taking in views of the surrounding city. Former President Barack Obama signed an uppermost beam
"This milestone moment is part of President Obama's hands-on approach, continuing his dedication and active involvement in shaping what will be a transformational experience at the Center," said the team.
Previously released drawings and models of the museum show a solid, geometric volume, with cutaway corners and a variety of window sizes placed around its facade.
The building was designed to reflect the form of four hands coming together
A screen of words from President Obama's speech marking the 50th anniversary of the Selma to Montgomery marches cover one corner of the building, which will surround the Sky...