<p>Ely Jacques Kahn designed numerous ‘wedding cake’ skyscrapers in New York City. In addition to buildings intended for commercial use, Kahn's designs ranged throughout the possibilities of architectural programs, including facilities for the film industry. &nbsp;</p>

 Barry Bergdoll, Phillip Johnson Chief Curator of Architecture and Design at MoMA speaks on how the interaction between the Seagram Building, Lever House, and Tennis and Racquet Club activates the urban environment at 53rd Street and Park Avenue. 

 Architectural historian Carol Krinsky talks about the Seagram Building. 

 Phyllis Lambert discusses the Seagrams Building and its Plaza and its effect on New York City. 

<p>Ayn Rand worked as an unpaid typist and file clerk in his office while she was researching the Fountainhead. &nbsp;He was the model for Guy Francon.&nbsp;</p>

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