The facade and its architectural sculpture by Chicago-born artist Gwen Lux were designated a Chicago Landmark on February 7, 1997. The building was demolished in 1998;  however, its facade was saved and reinstalled in 2000 on the new Le Méridien Chicago hotel building.
A significant architectural feature, designed by Gwen Lux, a prominent artist from Chicago, was designated as a landmark on February 7, 1997. The building met an untimely demise in 1998, but its exterior was successfully relocated and reinstalled in 2000 at the Le Méridien Chicago hotel.