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14 Examples of Beautiful American Architecture

When you think of Art Deco or Gothic architecture, you probably imagine the architecture in Europe. However, the United States has also been greatly influenced by European building styles, and in fact, there are plenty of structures and designs there that you won’t find on any other continent. America’s strength lies partly in its skyscrapers, which blend various elements to create unique appearances—some of which are hard to discern from below. Today, we’ll reveal their views from above and even from the inside. Alongside them, you’ll also see some examples of impressive interior architecture. So, here are 14 photos that will showcase the marvels of American architecture.
 

#1 Grand Hotel Ciudad de México, Mexico City – Completed in 1918

Beautiful American Architecture: Grand Hotel Ciudad de México

#2 Art Deco Doors at C. D. Peacock Jewelry Store in Chicago – Completed in 1925

Beautiful American Architecture: Art Deco Doors at C. D. Peacock Jewelry Store

#3 The Arcade in Cleveland, Ohio – Completed in 1890

Beautiful American Architecture: The Arcade in Cleveland

#4 The Crown of the General Electric Building Skyscraper – Completed in 1931

Beautiful American Architecture: The Crown of the General Electric Building Skyscraper

#5 And This Is How It Looks from Above

Beautiful American Architecture: The Crown of the General Electric Building Skyscraper from Above

#6 The Winter Garden at Biltmore Estate in North Carolina – Completed in 1895

Beautiful American Architecture: The Winter Garden at Biltmore Estate

#7 Niagara Mohawk Building in Syracuse, New York – Completed in 1932

Beautiful American Architecture: Niagara Mohawk Building

#8 Close-Up of the "Spirit of Light" Statue on the Building

Beautiful American Architecture: Close-Up of the 'Spirit of Light' Statue on the Niagara Mohawk Building

#9 Bellevue Stratford Hotel in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania – Completed in 1912

Beautiful American Architecture: Bellevue Stratford Hotel

#10 George Peabody Library in Baltimore, Maryland – Completed in 1869

Beautiful American Architecture: George Peabody Library

#11 This Is How It Looks from Below Looking Up

Beautiful American Architecture: George Peabody Library Looking Up from Below at the Ceiling

#12 Humboldt Bank Building in San Francisco, California – Completed in 1908

Beautiful American Architecture: Humboldt Bank Building

#13 Tribune Tower in Chicago, Illinois – Completed in 1868

Beautiful American Architecture: Tribune Tower

#14 This Is What a Balcony of a Luxury Apartment in This Tower Looks Like – Would You Want to Live There?

Beautiful American Architecture: Balcony in Tribune Tower

Source: boredpanda.com, various online sources

 

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