Demolition work has commenced on the redevelopment of the lower levels of Newberry Plaza at 1030 North State Street in the Gold Coast. Located on the corner with West Maple Street, the 1973-built skyscraper sits atop a three-story podium across from Mariano Park. Said podium is being reimagined by 11 East Partners and Blackbird Investment Group.
Plans are moving forward for the mixed-use conversion of the former Harris Bank HQ at 111 West Monroe Street in The Loop. Sitting on the corner with South Clark Street, the last update we received on the project came in 2025 when its landmark status was approved to qualify for tax incentives. Now, the Community Development Commission has approved a TIF loan.Plans are moving forward for the mixed-use conversion of the former Harris Bank HQ at 111 West Monroe Street in The Loop. Sitting on the corner with South Clark Street, the last update we received on the project came in 2025 when its landmark status was approved to qualify for tax incentives. Now, the Community Development Commission has approved a TIF loan.
The Chicago City Council has approved plans for an upcoming affordable senior housing building at 6151 South University Avenue in Woodlawn. Located on the corner with East 62nd Street, the proposal was revealed earlier this year as part of a redevelopment of multiple vacant lots owned by Woodlawn Baptist Church.
The Chicago City Council has approved plans for the mixed-use proposal at 3611 North Halsted Street in Lake View East. Known as ‘The Phoenix,’ the new structure would replace a large vacant lot across the street from the soon-to-relocate Whole Foods and near two upcoming hotel proposals. Efforts for this are being led by developer David Gassman.
Initial renderings have been revealed for a major renovation of the historic Jewelers Building at 35 East Wacker Drive in The Loop. The now 100-year-old structure sits along the Chicago River at the intersection with North Wabash Avenue and is known for its multi-tier design, matching cupolas, and for appearing in various movies over the years.
