William Van Alen, Fred T. Ley and the Chrysler Building
The Chrysler Building was the result of a remarkable collaboration between William Van Alen, a dreamer whose designs challenged orthodox architecture, and Fred T. Ley, a practical builder who turned dreams into reality. Together they realized Walter P. Chrysler''s vision of an iconic structure that would (for 11 months) be the tallest building in the world.
Van Alen is recognized as one of th...
The Chrysler Building was the result of a remarkable collaboration between William Van Alen, a dreamer whose designs challenged orthodox architecture, and Fred T. Ley, a practical builder who turned dreams into reality. Together they realized Walter P. Chrysler''s vision of an iconic structure that would (for 11 months) be the tallest building in the world.
Van Alen is recognized as one of th...
