River North

Renovation Work Progresses for Murphy Auditorium Renovation in River North

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

Renovation efforts are underway at the John B. Murphy Memorial Auditorium building, situated at 50 E Erie Street in River North. The six-story structure, recognized for its French Renaissance-style designed by Marshall and Fox, was erected in 1926 for the American College of Surgeons. Featuring a three-story theater space, the building is adjacent to the Driehaus Museum and near the intersection of E Erie Street and N Wabash Avenue.

Zoning Approved For Residential Conversion Of 153 W Ohio Street In River North

7:30 am on December 24, 2023 By Ian Achong

A special use application has been approved for the residential conversion of 153 W Ohio Street in River North. Sitting near the intersection with N LaSalle Street directly across from the Ohio House Motel, the proposal will redevelop the existing commercial building. The project is being led by local developer Senco Properties and designed by architecture firm FitzGerald Associates.

Nearly-Complete 311 W Huron Secures 15th Spot in Year-End Countdown

7:45 am on December 17, 2023 By Jack Crawford

The construction of a 16-story mixed-use building at 311 W Huron Street in the River North neighborhood is nearing the completion of its facade. Ranked number 15 in our construction countdown, this building, developed by North Wells Capital, is now topped out at 226 feet tall. Designed primarily for office spaces, it will also accommodate 8,482 square feet of retail space.

Two-Story Restaurant Renovation Progresses at 431 N Dearborn Street in River North

7:30 am on November 4, 2023 By Jack Crawford

An existing retail structure at 431 N Dearborn Street is currently undergoing extensive interior and exterior renovation work, with new windows having now been installed. Built in 1948, this two-story River North building owned by Friedman Companies long served as the Getschow Company’s engineering headquarters. Most recently, it housed Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse, which closed the location in 2020. The Group is leading the current revamp, which will consist of two new restaurants.

Gaming Board Grants Bally’s Permanent License

7:30 am on October 27, 2023 By Ian Achong

The Illinois Gaming Board has approved the permanent operating license for Bally’s future casino at 777 W Chicago Avenue in River West. The approval came this week after a lengthy review period, also granting the temporary location within the Medinah Temple its requested extension to 2026. The efforts were led by Rhode-Island based Bally’s who worked with various architects on both of the properties.

Hugo Finalizes Construction in River North

7:45 am on October 13, 2023 By Jack Crawford

Exterior construction has wrapped up for Hugo, a two-building development in the River North neighborhood. These mixed-use structures, located close to each other, represent the latest ventures from developer LG Group. Collectively, the buildings will span a floor area of almost 149,304 square feet. Once finished, they will offer a combined 227 rental apartments. The 751 N Hudson Avenue building will yield 134 units, while its counterpart at 411 W Chicago Avenue will house 93 units. A noteworthy addition to this development is approximately 18,867 square feet of ground-level retail space. An existing two-story building not part of the development is situated between the two main structures.

311 W Huron Street. Rendering by NORR Architects

Facade Work Nears Completion for 311 W Huron Street in River North

7:45 am on October 11, 2023 By Jack Crawford

The 16-story mixed-use structure at 311 West Huron Street in River North is nearing facade completion. Developed by North Wells Capital, the 226-foot building primarily offers office spaces, with the ground floor designated for retail establishments. Spins has secured the top four office floors with an $88 million lease agreement.

Demolition Permit Issued for 126 W Grand Avenue in River North

7:00 am on October 11, 2023 By Jack Crawford

A demolition permit has been issued for the site at 126 W Grand Avenue in River North. The two-story masonry mixed-use building will be removed, having formerly housed a Rosati’s and office space above. According to a listing by @properties, the 4,300-square-foot building was being sold for $5.7 million. The listing also mentioned that four city lots were being sold at 122-128 W Grand Avenue, suggesting a possible larger development that may arise. However, it is unknown if the owner, BLJ Grand Holdings, has purchased the other three lots.

Temporary Casino Gets Potential Opening Date In River North

7:45 am on September 7, 2023 By Ian Achong

A potential opening date for this weekend has been announced for the upcoming temporary casino at 600 N Wabash Avenue in River North. Located on the corner with E Ontario Street and within the historical Medinah Temple, the new facility will operate until the larger permanent casino is completed nearby. Rhode-Island based Bally’s has spent the summer building out the space designed by STL Architects and SOSH Architects.

741 N Wells Street Nears Conclusion in River North

7:45 am on August 18, 2023 By Jack Crawford

The mixed-use tower at 741 N Wells Street in River North is nearing the end of its construction phase, with the last of the facade installation now underway. Developed by Vista Property, the 21-story building spans 201,000 square feet and will feature 168 apartments atop 4,000 square feet of ground-level retail.

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