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Unity Temple was built 1905-1908 for $40,000.
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It is a reinforced concrete structure and is considered to be the first "modern," building.
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Entry area.
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You can see the lower floor and the two balconies that are on 3 sides.
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On a busy street so art glass windows, clerestories and sky lights are all up high.
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The heart of the building is its space, not the walls.
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It is within easy walking distance of the FLLW Home and Studio, both in the Chicago suburb of Oak Park.
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105 year old lighting details.
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Unity Temple has been declared one of the most important structures in America.
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Towards the semi hidden entry.
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