 The Ames Building, completed in 1893, was Boston's first skyscraper. It is the second tallest load-bearing masonry construction in the world, second only to the Monadnock Building in Chicago. Today it is a luxury hotel; the renovation was designed by Cambridge Seven Associates, Inc., completed in 2009. 

 Kwesi Arthur @ Cambridge Seven Associates

Ames Building

 Architect Stefanie Greenfield discusses the architecture of the Ames Building in Boston. Greenfield sheds light on the Ames family, how they got their wealth, and why they came to Boston. 

 Architect Stefanie Greenfield discusses the renovation of the Ames Hotel interiors. The new designs and the character of the old had to merge. 

 Stefanie Greenfield discusses the renovation the Ames Building in Boston. The Ames Building, completed in 1893, was Boston's first skyscraper. 

 Jay Wickersham tells the narrative of the Ames Building, Boston's first skyscraper. The building signifies one of the first architect-client relationship. Jay touches upon the history of the Ames family and their significance in the city building. 

 Architect Stefanie Greenfield discusses the historic significance of the Ames building. In its time, it was the tallest building in Boston; tourists would flock to the Ames to get a full view of the city. 