D.S. Chamberlain Building

The D.S. Chamberlain Building, a historic site in Des Moines, Iowa, is an architectural gem completed in 1917 by the renowned firm Proudfoot, Bird & Rawson. This two-story brick structure showcases elongated Chicago-style windows and Collegiate Gothic details, reflecting the era's design trends. Originally built as a speculative venture by drug manufacturer Davis S. Chamberlain, it became a central part of the city's 'Motor Row,' housing notable companies like the Taylor and Payne Motor Companies. With a rich automotive history and its listing on the National Register of Historic Places in 2007, the building is a must-visit for tourists and researchers interested in early 20th-century commerce and architecture.