It stands at the northwest corner of Congress and Griswold Streets, in the heart of Detroit's Financial District.

[3] Designed by Daniel Burnham, the building began construction in 1907 and was completed in 1908.

It celebrated its 100th year in 2009, and was one of the first to use a steel structural support system.

It held the title as tallest building in Detroit from 1908 until 1913.

It is constructed with a steel skeleton faced with terra cotta tile and accented with white Italian marble.