Flatiron Building, New York (1901) by D.H. Burnham & Co. Photos

The Flatiron Building (originally Fuller Building) (1901) (Fifth Ave. & Broadway over Madison Square) by D.H. Burnham & Co. introduce several architectural concepts from the 1893 World's Columbian Exposition in Chicago to the city of New York. It represents a major step in skyscraper design and is a symbol for New York.

See also: New York City Landmark Buildings, Madison Square
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Flatiron Building seen over Madison Square Park.

Flatiron Building plus Broadway & Fifth Ave. views.

Shape of Flatiron Building.

Flatiron (originally Fuller) Building (1901) (Fifth Ave. & Broadway).
Style: Romanesque Revival. Architect: D.H. Burnham & Co. On National Register.

Decorative detail of Flatiron Building.

Terra cotta upper story detail of Flatiron Building Flatiron Building.

Eagle relief on front corner of Flatiron Building.

Round leading edge detail of Flatiron Building.

Broadway side of Flatiron Building.

Terra cotta detail of Flatiron Building.

Terra cotta detail of Flatiron Building.

Doorway of Flatiron Building.

Round window & columns surround door of Flatiron Building.

Design on column of Flatiron Building.

Back edge of Flatiron Building.

Arches across back edge of Flatiron Building.

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