Articles by Jack Crawford

Masonic Temple in 1900. Photo by Detroit Publishing Company

Lost Legends #10: The Masonic Temple Building in The Loop

In this edition of the “Lost Legends” series, we delve into the history of The Loop‘s Masonic Temple Building, which stood tall from 1892 until the late 1930s. Designed by the renowned architectural firm Burnham and Root, the Masonic Temple Building was the city’s tallest from 1895 to 1899 (taking the title initially when the original Board of Trade Building had its clock tower removed, then surpassed by The Montgomery Ward Building), serving as an emblem of Chicago’s status as a global pioneer in architecture and engineering.


Metra overpass reconstruction. Photo by Jack Crawford

Reconstruction of Metra Overpass Steadily Advances in Old Irving Park

Extensive Metra infrastructure work continues to progress for the Metra in Old Irving Park, aiming for completion in spring 2024, despite delays. A stretch of Milwaukee Avenue by its intersection with Kilbourn has been closed off to support the construction efforts for the railway’s overpass replacement and Grayland Station overhaul. Initially set to conclude in 2022, this closure has been prolonged to prioritize safety and facilitate project efficiency.

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2042 W Irving Park Road Receives Construction permit in North Center

A construction permit has been granted for a new multifamily residential development at 2042 W Irving Park Road in North Center. The proposed development will be a four-story masonry building featuring 20 dwelling units with a 10-car garage and 15 bike spaces. Base 3 Development is the developer behind the property, which has previously been occupied by a two-story residential structure and a garage.

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210 N Aberdeen Street

Arthur on Aberdeen Nears Completion in Fulton Market

The facade of the 19-story mixed-use development at 210 N Aberdeen Street in Fulton Market is nearing completion. Spearheaded by LG Development Group, the “Arthur on Aberdeen” spans 420,000 square feet and occupies an L-shaped footprint, bordered by Aberdeen Street to the east and May Street to the west. The building will feature 363 residential units, with an additional 10,000 square feet allocated for retail.

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