Brewster Apartments

Click for Larger View     Address: 2800 N. Pine Grove Ave.
Year Built: 1893
Architect: Enoch Hill Turnock
Date Designated a Chicago Landmark:
October 6, 1982

Roof Detail The principles of skeleton-frame construction, which made possible tall commercial skyscrapers at the end of the 19th century, were used here for an early high-rise apartment building that originally was known as the "Lincoln Park Palace."

Interior View Behind its heavy masonry walls is an exceptionally innovative interior, a light-and-airy construction of cast-iron stairs, elevator cages, bridge walkways paved with glass blocks, and a massive skylight.

Great Interiors
Innovative Housing
 
1.Exterior, photo by Bob Thall
2.Penthouse/Roof details, photo by Bob Thall
3.Interior Court, photo by Bob Thall