Architecture of the 1870s

7 buildings · 5 countries

The elevator and steel frame arrived, enabling the first proto-skyscrapers in Chicago and New York.

Buildings
7
Styles
0
Countries
5
Span
1870–1879

Frequently Asked Questions

What architectural styles defined the 1870s?+

The 1870s saw diverse architectural approaches. The Parametric Atlas documents 7 buildings from this period.

What are the most important buildings from the 1870s?+

Explore all 7 buildings from the 1870s on the Parametric Atlas interactive map, sorted by architectural significance tier.

Which countries built the most notable architecture in the 1870s?+

The most active countries for notable architecture in the 1870s were United States, United Kingdom, Germany, Poland, Spain.