Construction of The Saint Grand, a new 22-story mixed-use development at 535 N St Clair Street in Streeterville, is now past the two-thirds mark, with the structure progressing steadily towards its final height of 238 feet. The project is a joint-effort between Mavrek Development, GW Properties, Luxury Living, and Double Eagle Development.
The City of Chicago has issued a renovation permit for 41 E Oak Street in Streeterville. The project will involve changes to the exterior of the existing two-story commercial building, as well as major alterations to the interior mercantile space. The overhaul will also involve both new roof and floor replacements to cater to the new interior layout.
The Prentice Women’s Hospital building was once an architecturally iconic structure standing at 333 E Superior Street in the Streeterville neighborhood. In this edition of the “Lost Legends” series, we explore the history of the original Prentice Women’s Hospital building and its cutting-edge care, the vision of its architect, the hospital’s relocation and subsequent demolition of the structure, as well as its present-day replacement.
Progress continues at a steady pace at the 150 E Ontario Street hotel project in Streeterville, as construction is currently wrapping up on the third level. The 28-story, 345-foot-tall structure is set to become the latest addition to the RIU Hotels and Resorts chain, hosting 388 guest rooms and a cafe at the southeast corner of the ground floor. The Prime Group is spearheading the project as developer.
Renderings have been revealed for the proposed skybridge and partial medical conversion of the hotel at 633 N Saint Clair Street in Streeterville. Located on the southeast corner with E Erie Street, the existing 29-story tower is split between a hotel and office space above. Northwestern Memorial Healthcare (NMHC) is behind the plans as it looks to expand its footprint in the neighborhood, with Gensler serving as the architect for the project.
