The History of The Guardian Building: An Art Deco Landmark

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The Guardian Building is one of Detroit's most distinct high rises, so it was not doubt one of the buildings I wanted to cover in this series! It's a prime example of Art Deco architecture that rose up in the 1920s with its vibrant colors and grand designs. This video summarizes the creation of Union Trust (Detroit), the creation of the Guardian Building, and the 1933 Bank Crisis. #detroit #detroithistory #michiganhistory #artdeco
Blank Miller Projection World Map: commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Fi...
Music In Order of Appearance
Next Train Out: My Shadow, Humans Win (formerly Lance Conrad)
Through The Wall, Humans Win (formerly Lance Conrad)
Song Sax, Gushito
Feathers (Without Birds), JCSD
Breezin, Humans Win (formerly Lance Conrad)
Dreaming, Donovan Glenn
Chapters
0:00 Intro
1:40 Rise of Union Trust
5:51 The Cathedral of Finance
12:56 The Fall of Union Trust
18:05 Life After Union Trust (Conclusion)
21:12 Outro

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@JHPhotography 2 жыл бұрын

The Patreon is up and running! You can check it out here if you're interested! www.patreon.com/jhphotos

@bobwilson7684 5 ай бұрын

no such art deco mate, that is all ancient mesopotamic Iranian decoration and architecture, juist higher, basicaly masonic stuffs...

@r4jpyr24us3 2 жыл бұрын

From Japan when I was walking the downtown area one lady suggested me I should visit this building. When I stepped in I was so much surprised and excited with this gaugeons, magnificent building. It is a really historic heritage reminding us the city used be one of the leading city of the world. Hope it will preserved forever. Thanks for letting me know the story behind.

@mergat2970 2 ай бұрын

Just out of curiousity, what prompted you to visit detroit?

@r4jpyr24us3 2 ай бұрын

@@mergat2970 my friend is a resident of West Bloomfield.

@tonytarantino643 2 жыл бұрын

I moved to the Metro Detroit area about two years ago, and the first time I ever visited Downtown I immediately noticed this building without knowing what it is because it's so distinct. Then I stepped inside weeks later only to have my mind obliterated with how cool it is. I absolutely love this building, and downtown Detroit.

@vlad2838 2 жыл бұрын

The production and attention to detail here are first rate and subject matter eminently interesting! We used to see local history documentaries like this on the PBS outlet, back before they decamped to Wixom. Thanks for starting what we hope is a new tradition!

@JHPhotography 2 жыл бұрын

I hope to upload more! I think the biggest thing will be finding a way to get work done faster without compromising the quality. There’s a way for that and I just gotta learn it

@manbtm1 Жыл бұрын

I live in downtown Detroit now for many years, I never get tired of stopping in this building to look at the architecture, it’s incredible. I love downtown Detroit

@davidsubotin7122 2 жыл бұрын

may I just say that your production quality is beyond crazy for someone of your channel size

@JHPhotography 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! I try my best and I'm glad it shows

@erikrick 2 жыл бұрын

Agreed

@themumblebrapper 2 жыл бұрын

the Guardian Building has always been one of my favorite skyscrapers. I like how it's just differently shaped from most skyscrapers I've ever seen, and the color of the huilding itself. art deco buildings are cool

@critr41 2 жыл бұрын

The Guardian building is my favorite building in Detroit. It's a bold example of art deco architecture. The main lobby will blow your mind.

@highnoon9333 2 жыл бұрын

My FAVORITE building in the US! It's so, so gorgeous.

@melissawilson8818 11 ай бұрын

Im in training to be a City Tour Detroit guide (Store & tours are in the Lobby of the Guardian!)…your History video & this one are so appreciated and were very helpful in giving me the ability to talk authentically and intelligently about the buildings history, its role in Detroit and affect of the closing of the Union Trust Bank on National Banking rules / holidays as well as its colorful architecture and beautiful design. Thank you for taking the time to do the research and create these educational and interesting videos! 😊

@MotownGal Жыл бұрын

My mom worked in that building for a long time. Take Your Daughter to Work Day was so great walking into this building. Gorgeous!

@HacialFair 2 жыл бұрын

How does this video not have more views?! Thank you for your wonderful walkthrough of Detroit’s finest!

@quransunsolicitedopinion5708 2 жыл бұрын

You did amazing on this!! Please keep up with Detroit news. I’ll definitely keep watching👏

@jerielliott6502 Жыл бұрын

Grew up there. Detroit has the most beautiful buildings in the world.

@dugyhoiser Жыл бұрын

Wonderful and educational! Great job with the research, photos, and narration. I love stories about the unique architecture of my home town. Thank you!

@panam4974 Жыл бұрын

This is a first rate piece - brilliant historical documentary. Thank you this gem.

@ericsanger4408 Ай бұрын

IMO, top 5 Art Deco buildings in the world. It's def. my favorite building in Detroit.

@stevefranks6541 2 жыл бұрын

Greetings, Wonderful effort and presentation. I was looking at the Fisher Building and ran across your work. Thank you for helping to put Detroit back on the map. Too many people who even live in Detroit have no idea of the history and crown jewels we have downtown. For myself, I never recovered from the destruction and loss of the Grand Dame of Detroit, J.l.Hudson & Co. But Detroit has finally made a positive turnaround and the downtown district has become popular again, even drawing in tenants. Your videos help to educate and stimulate new blood and interest in Detroit. Thank you.

@timkahn2813 Жыл бұрын

wonderful. its not just the history of detroit . its the history of america and the world.

@TheCousinEddie 6 ай бұрын

Great job putting this video together, you obviously worked very hard both in research and production. This is a beautiful building! The lobby is breath-taking and the art deco elements have stood the test of time.

@AlexanderWaylon 3 ай бұрын

Hands down by far and away the most beautiful building in Detroit, atleast from its exterior. The Fisher Building is its only rival in the lobby. Detroit despite is population exodus damaging its residential housing stock and educational facilities in areas, is still a truly majestic city. Nothing in New England truly begins to even rival Detroit.

@LinesLeor 2 жыл бұрын

The video is simply AMAZING! Astonishing work! Quality of this series is on par with the best KZfaq history and documentary channels. Hope to see more videos about Detroit architecture in future! Thanks for this amazing storytelling.

@JHPhotography 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you liked it! Definitely working on more things. Just takes some time

@pshsa5 2 жыл бұрын

Another incredible video! I hope more and more people discover your channel.

@JHPhotography 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! I’m just glad that there are people interested in the city’s history

@AmericaWestArt 5 ай бұрын

A wonderful history! I ordered the book about it. Thanks. Your work is just fabulous.

@MSportsEngineering Жыл бұрын

So thorough. Amazing guardian building video.

@maureendetroit Жыл бұрын

Groovy! It's quite apparent lots of work went into it. Very interesting

@pica6888 Жыл бұрын

I’m very surprised you were able to record in the building. When I was there the security guard would not even let us take pictures.

@kodyjbosch1 5 ай бұрын

Top Quality Content. You have a lot to be Proud of! Thanks for sharing :D

@erat91 2 жыл бұрын

Your production on these keeps getting better. I hope you stick to it and venture out. Your content has potential!

@JHPhotography 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Definitely have more things in the works

@davidsubotin7122 2 жыл бұрын

Nice mate been looking forward to you releasing another video

@Itsjondoe556 2 жыл бұрын

Very cool!! Glad to see some mention of the vaults.

@Tbpker22 2 жыл бұрын

Quite interesting history of a unique building.

@scott609 Жыл бұрын

I wonder if such a large and iconic building might begin to convert some of its upper floors to residential units (as so many others have)? Seems like it would attract a lot of buyers with its beauty, charm and history.

@loganmanweiler4957 5 ай бұрын

I loved the music you used

@davonwhite70 2 жыл бұрын

Great content brother keep it up

@brandbryce 7 күн бұрын

great video: should be seen!

@jerrys4466 2 жыл бұрын

Great job!

@dripkingclublol2.052 2 жыл бұрын

Can you do the history of the very first skyscraper in Detroit

@JHPhotography 2 жыл бұрын

I hadn’t thought about it but it’s definitely something to consider!

@shay48224 2 жыл бұрын

Great job Jordan!!!

@JHPhotography 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Shannon! I appreciate it!!

@MitchellAndrewForbes 2 жыл бұрын

I feel lucky to have found you so early in your subscriberships! The voice sometimes is hard to hear from the music. Try turning the music down 10%

@JHPhotography 2 жыл бұрын

I’m glad to have you here! Definitely get where you’re coming from about inconsistency with the music volumes.

@jhh9388 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video. I just visited the building yesterday. Very colorful and beautiful. I suggest another video on the Penobscot building.

@leostudent1773 2 жыл бұрын

You should do a video about brush park or some other neighborhood in detroit filled with victorian houses.

@erikrick 2 жыл бұрын

These videos have been great! Really appreciate your delivery style too. I humbly recommend doing the Masonic at some point if you want to generate some extra traffic. Masons love history.

@JHPhotography 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you like them! I’m open to it. It’s just a matter of managing my time and coordinating with different property owners.

@johnmc67 Жыл бұрын

Dude, your shit is GOOD!!!

@Fips1511 2 жыл бұрын

Stunning! Great Video in amazing quality! How about doing the Masonic Temple next? :)

@_ZimZam Жыл бұрын

Nice

@theoddfurry141 2 жыл бұрын

What building are we gonna get next, maybe a more modern one? I mean I really love these buildings, but it's always been so weird seeing buildings pop up from the 90s or 80s

@JHPhotography 2 жыл бұрын

There are definitely modern buildings I want to cover. One that immediately comes to mind is the One Detroit Center because it was built in the 90s but blends perfectly with the city’s existing buildings. I don’t fully have a plan for what I’m going to cover next but there’s no shortage of things to choose from

@theoddfurry141 2 жыл бұрын

I really appreciate these videos tho! I don't mean to sound ungrateful at all, it's so neat seeing the history of buildings I pass Downtown

@JHPhotography 2 жыл бұрын

No worries! Didn’t think you came across that way! Honestly it’s so hard to tell tone in text so I apologize if I came across as short or upset. There’s a ton I want to get to and I’ll try my best to make it happen!

@theoddfurry141 2 жыл бұрын

@@JHPhotography Cool! That was actually the building i had in mind

@neoalley 2 жыл бұрын

The windows added at 19:58 is due to heat. It was too hot, so those block out the light from cooking the inside. (Learned from my free tour of the Guardian in 2019.)