Originally a project of real estate developer and former New York State Senator William H. Reynolds, the building was constructed by Walter Chrysler, the head of the Chrysler Corporation.
Pangawitnyané punika pakaryan saking panglimbak paumahan miwah pecak Sénator Negara Bagian New York, William H. Reynolds, wangunan punika kawangun olih Walter Chrysler, manggala Chrysler Corporation.