ArchitectureWeek - Puzzler Answer #47

Answers . 02 May 2001


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Quizzical Pursuit
—The Architecture Puzzler

Created by Dave Guadagni

Solution to Last Week's Puzzler
Architecture Puzzler #47

Question

What is a "Chicago Window"?

Answer

A "Chicago Window" has a large fixed sash flanked by a narrow, often movable sash on either side. It was made popular by "Chicago School" architects in the late 19th and early 20th century.

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Dave Guadagni, AIA, is an architect with Robertson/Sherwood/Architects

Told Under the Blue Umbrella, drawn by Marguerite Davis.
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