Standard Building

The Standard Building in Cleveland is a historic high-rise complex at the corner of Ontario Street and St. Clair Avenue, completed in 1925 as the city's second-tallest building. Originally commissioned by the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers, it served as a bank building for many years before being converted into an apartment building in 2014. The architecture stands out for its cream-colored terra-cotta facade with a recurring star pattern on the north and east sides, while the south facade is plain and windowless. Designated a city landmark in 1979, the building has also housed a university and served as a U.S. Army recruiting station during World War II.