ABOUT OUR

A leading design firm since its founding in 1880, Holabird & Root’s history reflects the evolution of American architecture.

+ LEGACY COLLECTION

As the birthplace of modern architecture, Chicago has been home to some of the world¹s greatest designers. The Great Chicago Fire set the stage for architects to invent new possibilities for the city and architecture. It is here that Holabird & Root designed some of the world¹s first skyscrapers that defined the Chicago School of Architecture. The innovation and originality that came out of this era continues to define our firm. Today, the firm¹s influence on design can be seen throughout Chicago and the rest of the world.

In order to uphold a commitment of design excellence, the firm continually grows from and leverages our storied past. All the while, we actively seek to learn from each new generation in order to adapt to the dynamic nature of architectural practice. Our dedication to design progress and excellence has resulted in a collection of architectural stories we are proud to share.