When it was completed in 1913, the Woolworth Building in New York City was the tallest building in the world. It is often referred to as the 'Cathedral of Commerce' due to its ornate Neo-Gothic details, including gargoyles, pointed arches, and a lobby covered in gold leaf and mosaics. The architect, Cass Gilbert, used a steel-frame construction to achieve its 241-meter height. A quirky detail in the lobby features carvings of the architect holding a model of the building and Frank Woolworth (the owner) counting his nickels and dimes. Unlike many modern skyscrapers, its facade is made of thousands of pieces of architectural terra-cotta. It remains one of the most beloved icons of the New York skyline, representing the era when the skyscraper first became a symbol of corporate power.