Zoning has been approved for a mixed-use development at 2000 South Clark Street in Chinatown. Announced earlier this year under the address 2020 South Archer, the project sits at the eastern edge of the neighborhood, across the street from Hilliard Homes. The development is being led by a collaboration between Century 21 Realty Associates and HMC Realty.
Site map of 2000 S Clark St via Google Maps
Rendering of 2000 S Clark St by Hanna Architects
The upcoming seven-story building is being designed by local firm Hanna Architects and will replace a long-time vacant lot. The property will operate similarly to a timeshare, but the hotel rooms will be for-sale condominiums. Once purchased, owners will be able to opt into the hotel’s management program to rent out their units and generate additional income when not in use.
Floor plans for 2000 S Clark St by Hanna Architects
In total, the property will contain 102 rooms centered around a small courtyard. These will consist of studio and one-bedroom suites with separate living spaces. The ground floor will include a large restaurant space along Archer, with a drop-off loop along Clark Street connecting to the lobby. There will be no on-site parking, though a limited number of bike parking spaces will be provided.
Elevation for 2000 S Clark St by Hanna Architects
The top floor of the building will also feature a small bar connected to a large east-facing rooftop deck. Conflicting renderings on the project website show the building clad in either red or gray brick, while elevations from the zoning application specify white brick. With approvals in hand, the development team can now move on to permitting and construction.
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These types of hotel/condo buildings never do well-
When will developers learn.
And here I thought you hated when developers don’t take an initiative on empty unproductive land.
So what is it? Upset when private money isn’t involved or upset when private money doesn’t build EXACTLY what you must dictate?
Drew why do you always lash out so angrily at every commentator? Jeez, let people state their opinions and stop taking it like it’s an insult to your Mom or something.
Tupper, enjoy the New Year and understand this comment is bs.
Others agree with the sentiment.
I will second that others agree with Tupper’s sentiment.
Look at Mr. Sunshine over here
So awesome. Filling in a long-vacant lot, and there’s no on-site parking. Nice win, my friends
Based on Street View, satellite images, and what I know about the area, the new building is going up on an empty grass lot that isn’t really being used for anything. There’s a parking lot right next to it, but that’s not the site of the construction, it’s just the unused grassy space beside it.
The income potential for condo buyers should help the developer sell these units, and this location will attract Chinatown visitors as well as friends and family of unit owners.
I would love to see a project like this here, but history has shown us that projects like this, particularly in Chinatown, just don’t tend to make it off of the ground.
They should have gone with apartments
Hanna definitely went deep into his inspirational bag for this one. The way he tied together traditional Chinese and Chicago architecture with modern innovation is truly awe-inspiring.
I really wish more developers would begin to see Hanna’s genius so he could get more work in the city.
😀
This is most unique. I appreciate the whole concept including the development team. Century 21 taking on land development. It can work at that location. No need for vehicles when so close to key destinations. Even if the hotel concept is short lived, the condos can sustain the building.
It’s a pity they couldn’t incorporate the parking to the north, but it’s still a good project.
What a great infill project to kick off the new year.
Side note, I always thought the Hilliards were one of the most striking public housing developments in America. Really great midcentury architecture. Glad they survived the Plan for Transformation.
Love to see infill and especially love the height, for being such a busy part of the city it is shocking that chinatown has only a few buildings going above 4 or 5 stories
Many mortgage lenders do not like these “Condotels” because they are purely business driven with high risk, and they don’t typically adhere to Fannie Mae/Freddie Mac guidelines. Good luck I guess.