Charles Evans Whittaker Federal Courthouse, Kansas City

Charles Evans Whittaker Federal Courthouse is one of the most interesting landmarks of the city. It clearly contrasts with the rest of the rectangular-shaped skyscrapers. The cylindrical form, half-covered with glass, was raised in 2000, has 12 stories and 12 columns that go through the entire structure up to the roof. Notably, the project was designed in the metric system. The round-shaped lobby is spacious, three stories high and is decorated with 25 sculptures.