Articles by Jack Crawford

1114 W Carroll Avenue Now Topped Out in Fulton Market

7:45 am on March 4, 2024 By Jack Crawford

The construction at 1114 W Carroll Avenue in Fulton Market is progressing well, having now reached its full height and nearing completion of the facade. This mixed-use tower, developed by Trammell Crow Company, is designed to accommodate 368 residential units, 70 of which will be affordable, and will include retail spaces on the ground floor. The 34-story building will also offer amenities like a pool, a fitness center, and a rooftop terrace, in addition to parking for 95 vehicles and spaces for 185 bicycles.

Robert R. McCormick Leadership and Economic Opportunity Center construction

Structural Work Continues for Robert McCormick Leadership and Economic Opportunity Center in West Woodlawn

7:30 am on March 2, 2024 By Jack Crawford

The Robert McCormick Leadership and Economic Opportunity Center has reached the second floor at 6623 S Dr Martin Luther King Jr Drive in the West Woodlawn neighborhood. The three-story project, overseen by Pastor Corey Brooks of Project H.O.O.D. (Helping Others Obtain Destiny) and Trammell Crow Company, occupies the site of a former vacant lot and temporary pop-up plaza. The facility, encompassing 85,000 square feet, will house a wide variety of educational, community-oriented, and leisure activities.

Final Touches Remain for Pizzuti Development’s ‘Coppia’ in West Loop

7:45 am on March 1, 2024 By Jack Crawford

At 1101 W Van Buren Street, a new 19-story building named Coppia is nearing completion. The development, by Pizzuti Development, is situated on a previously vacant lot and is surrounded by a growing cluster of residential buildings in the southern West Loop area.

UIC Computer Design Research and Learning Center

Connecting Atrium Fills Out for UIC’s Computer Design Research and Learning Center

7:30 am on February 29, 2024 By Jack Crawford

The University of Illinois Chicago is making progress on the atrium portion of its new Computer Design Research and Learning Center. Located at 900 W Taylor Street in Little Italy, this facility will add 135,000 square feet of new educational and research programming. The five-story center is being added to the existing Science and Engineering Labs building.

Chase Tower Plans Renovation in The Loop

7:45 am on February 28, 2024 By Jack Crawford

JPMorgan Chase has announced plans to renovate its 60-story Chicago headquarters in The Loop. Located at 10 S Dearborn Street, the 850-foot office tower will undergo a complete renovation from its plaza level to all of its floors. There will also be an added fitness center along with other amenity spaces.

Two-Story Restaurant Building Completes at 431 N Dearborn Street in River North

7:30 am on February 27, 2024 By Jack Crawford

A two-story building at 431 N Dearborn Street in River North constructed in 1948, has now completed a restaurant renovation led by The Group. Originally the engineering headquarters for the Getschow Company, and later hosting Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse until its closure in 2020, the site is owned by Friedman Companies.

Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago rendering by Lucien LaGrange Studio

Facade Nears Completion for RIU Plaza Hotel at 150 E Ontario Street in Streeterville

7:45 am on February 26, 2024 By Jack Crawford

With much of the remaining work now at the base, The Prime Group is finalizing the construction of a 28-story hotel located at 150 E Ontario Street in the Streeterville neighborhood. This building, a part of the RIU Hotels and Resorts group, is 345 feet tall and includes 388 guest rooms. On the ground floor will be a lobby and a cafe situated at the southeast corner, while the second level will house a dining room for guests.

Zoning Variances Approved for 1801 W Grace Street in Lake View

7:45 am on February 25, 2024 By Jack Crawford

A new five-story apartment building in Lake View has received approval for four variances. 1801 W Grace LLC is the developer behind the proposed residential structure, which would yield 62 total units and come with a rooftop deck.

Metra Approves Purchase of New Battery-Powered Train Cars

7:30 am on February 24, 2024 By Jack Crawford

Metra has taken a significant step towards adopting sustainable transportation by approving the purchase of battery-powered, zero-emission trainsets. This initiative, which was approved by Metra’s Board of Directors, positions Metra as one of the first in the United States to implement this technology.

The Saint Grand Wraps Up Facade Work in Streeterville

7:45 am on February 23, 2024 By Jack Crawford

The construction of The Saint Grand, a 21-story mixed-use building at 218 E Grand Avenue in Streeterville, is nearing completion of its facade. The project, a collaboration between Mavrek Development, GW Properties, Luxury Living, and Double Eagle Development, encompasses residential, office, and retail spaces.

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