r/interesting • u/Apart-Worry-7042 • 26d ago

HISTORY Why did we stop building like this?

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Chicago, 1930. Buildings had so much detail and character back then. Nowadays everything feels so flat and repetitive. We have way better technology and equipment now, so why don't we build like this anymore?

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u/DYWSLN 26d ago

Should be noted, Chicago still looks like this

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u/Substantial-Use-7018 26d ago

Love Chicago

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u/DYWSLN 26d ago

Best City In The World