Articles by Lukas Kugler

725 W Randolph Street. Rendering by Roger Ferris + Partners

Approved Two-Tower Development at 725 W Randolph Street Takes 13th Spot in Chicago’s Tallest Developments Countdown

7:45 am on December 19, 2020 By Lukas Kugler

The approved mixed-use, two-tower development at 725 W Randolph Street takes the 14th spot in YIMBY’s Chicago’s Tallest Development countdown. Plans comprise of a main tower that will rise 550 feet and a second tower rising 250 feet on a full-block lot along the Kennedy Expressway. The site is bound on the other sides by W Washington Boulevard, N Halsted Street, and W Randolph Street. Related Midwest is the developer in charge of the project.

300 N Michigan Avenue. Renderings by bKL Architecture LLC

Construction Rises Above Street Level at 300 N Michigan Avenue, Chicago’s 14th Tallest Development

7:45 am on December 18, 2020 By Lukas Kugler

Construction has risen above street level at 300 N Michigan Avenue, located in The Loop. Planned to rise 523 feet, the tower will stand 47 stories above the intersection of N Michigan Avenue and E Wacker Place. The development is a result of the collaboration by Magellan Development Group and Sterling Bay.

1020 W Randolph Street. Rendering by Hartshorne Plunkard Architecture

Landmarks Commission Approves Demolition for 1020 W Randolph Street in the West Loop

7:30 am on December 17, 2020 By Lukas Kugler

The Commission on Chicago Landmarks has granted approval for demolition of the existing structure at 1020 W Randolph Street in the West Loop. Located within Fulton-Randolph Market District, and the northeast corner of W Randolph Street and N Carpenter Street, the demolition of an existing one-story bank with drive-through will make way for the construction of a new five-story building with mechanical enclosure, penthouse, and rooftop deck. The development is being led by L3 Capital.

40 W Oak Street. Rendering by Lucien Lagrange

Approved 40 W Oak Street Tower is Chicago’s 16th Tallest Development

7:45 am on December 16, 2020 By Lukas Kugler

The newly approved 35-story residential tower at 40 W Oak Street takes the 16th spot in YIMBY’s Chicago’s tallest development countdown. The 466-foot-tall tower will rise at the northwest corner of the intersection of N Dearborn Street and W Oak Street in Rush & Division. The project site includes the existing Warren-Barr pavilion. The rehabilitative care center will remain on its site, with 50 parking spaces in the tower set aside specifically for visitors of the facility. Developer Nahla Capital is in charge of the project.

550 W Randolph Street. Rendering by Gensler

Renderings Revealed for Office Renovation at 550 W Randolph Street in West Loop Gate

7:30 am on December 15, 2020 By Lukas Kugler

Renderings have been revealed for an office renovation and addition project at 550 West Randolph Street in West Loop Gate. The existing warehouse building is located at the corner of W Randolph Street and N Clinton Street. W.P. Carey is the developer in charge of the project.

Rivere at 444 N Dearborn Street. Rendering by Goettsch Partners

30-Story Rivere Takes 18th Spot in Chicago’s Tallest Development Countdown

7:45 am on December 14, 2020 By Lukas Kugler

The Rivere takes the 18th spot in YIMBY’s Chicago’s tallest developments countdown. Located at 444 N Dearborn Street in River North, the approved tower will rise 455 feet once complete. The development awaits groundbreaking after its full approval by the city. Friedman Properties is partnering with the City of Chicago on the development, replacing an existing fire station and building the tower above.

Landmarks Commission Approves Preliminary Landmark Designation for Halsted-Willow Group in Lincoln Park

7:30 am on December 13, 2020 By Lukas Kugler

The Commission on Chicago Landmarks has approved the preliminary landmark recommendation for the Halsted-Willow Group. Located in Lincoln Park, the designation includes four buildings located at 1732 N Halsted Street, 1727-1733 N Halsted Street, and 1800 N Halsted Street. These buildings are all placed at the intersection of N Halsted Street and W Willow Street.

Development Concepts for 3400-18 W Ogden Avenue. Diagrams by StudioGang

DPD Issues Request for Proposals for Four Sites in INVEST South/West Neighborhoods

7:30 am on December 12, 2020 By Lukas Kugler

With approval from the Community Development Commission, the Chicago Department of Planning & Development has issued four Request for Proposals for sites across neighborhoods in southern and western Chicago, as part of the INVEST South/West initiative. The four sites are located in Bronzeville, North Lawndale, New City, and South Chicago.

Final Landmark Recommendation Approved for Illinois Bell Building, Chicago’s 21st Tallest Development

7:45 am on December 11, 2020 By Lukas Kugler

The Commission on Chicago Landmarks has approved the final landmark recommendation and Class L tax incentive for the Illinois Bell Building. Located at 225 W Randolph Street in The Loop, the tower is located at the intersection of W Randolph Street and N Franklin Street. The tower rises 427 feet over 31 floors, and was constructed in 1965. The building was originally home to the headquarters of its namesake tenant, the Illinois Bell Telephone Company, while most recently home to AT&T offices.

Cascade. Rendering by bKL Architecture LLC

Cascade Tops Out 396 Feet Above Lakeshore East as Chicago’s 22nd Tallest Development

7:45 am on December 10, 2020 By Lukas Kugler

Construction on Cascade has topped out 396 feet over Lakeshore East. Officially addressed at 455 E Waterside Drive, Cascade is part of the larger Lakeshore East development within the Parcels IJKL. The site sits between N Harbor Drive and Lake Shore Drive, just south of the multi-level Wacker Drive. The towers are being developed by Lendlease and Magellan Development Group, with bKL Architecture in charge of the design.

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