Lego Architecture Seattle Space Needle (21003) [3/20] Facts at a glance

Points of Interest

Built to withstand winds of up to 200 mph, the Seattle

Space Needle clearly demonstrates the inherent

strength of the unique tripod design. “SkyCity,” the

rotating restaurant located 500 feet above the

ground, cleverly rotates 360 degrees every 47

minutes using only a one horsepower motor, which

is accomplished thanks to skillful and precise

craftsmanship.

Location: .......................... 400 Broad Street, Seattle, Washington, United States

Architect: .......................... John Graham & Associates

Classication: ............... Observation Tower

Construction Type: .... Structural Steel Frame

Materials: ......................... Steel, Concrete and Glass

Year: .................................... 1961-1962

Height: ............................... 518 ft. (158 m.)

Footprint: ......................... 120 ft. x 120 ft. (36.6 m. x 36.6 m.)

Pinnacle Type: .............. Lightening Rod 605 ft. (184 m.)

Stories: .............................. 60

Cost: ................................... $4.5 million (1962)

Floor Area: ...................... N/A

Zoned: .............................. 60

Elevators. ......................... 3

Facts at a Glance

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