Vertical City S01E15 John Hancock Tower, Boston (2009) 720p HDTV
Vertical City S01E15 John Hancock Tower, Boston (2009)
English | 720p HDTV | MKV | x264 1280x720 2910Kbps 25fps | AC3 384Kbps 2CH 48KHz | 00:27:03 | 650MB
Behind the glistening façade of Boston’s John Hancock Tower lies one of the most embarrassing moments in architectural history. The insurance company wanted to express their corporate might by building a modernist skyscraper in the heart of Boston’s historic core, threatening to pull their financial weight out of the city if they faced opposition. Little did they know that this act of arrogance would haunt them forever. Their dream tower turned into their worst nightmare and what followed is one of the most unbelievable tales in architectural history, involving collapsing foundations, windows falling out and a skyscraper that was likely to topple over. Presented by Matt Berman.
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Vertical City S01E10 John Hancock Center, Chicago (2009)
Vertical City S01E10 John Hancock Center, Chicago (2009)
English | 720p HDTV | MKV | x264 2835Kbps 25fps | AC3 384Kbps 2CH 48KHz | 00:27:09 | 653MB
The John Hancock Center in Chicago is one of the most influential skyscrapers of the twentieth century. When completed in 1969 this was the tallest tower in the world outside New York City and is still the most famous structural expressionist style building in high rise architecture. By using new technologies like the computer and developments in steel, the tower’s designers revolutionised the way skyscrapers were built and created a true masterpiece of engineering. But cutting edge construction always courts controversy – and despite being the birthplace of skyscrapers, Chicago wasn’t convinced it wanted this enormous dark hulk on its skyline. Presented by Charlie Luxton.
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