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Steel endoskeleton begins to form at Second Church of Christ, Scientist renovation in Lincoln Park

7:30 am on August 19, 2024 By Daniel Schell

A steel framework is forming inside the shell of the Second Church of Christ, Scientist in Lincoln Park. That’s where Ogden Partners is developing a six-story building containing 22 three-bedroom units while saving the west, south, and east façades of the 120-year-old church. The church, at 2700 North Pine Grove Avenue, has been holding its services and meetings on Zoom, but will occupy 4,700 square feet of ground-floor space in the new building upon its completion.

New Plans Approved For 2323 N Cambridge Avenue In Lincoln Park

7:45 am on July 28, 2024 By Ian Achong

Initial approvals have been granted for the third phase of the Cenacle Retreat development at 2323 N Cambridge Avenue in Lincoln Park. Situated at the intersection with W Fullerton Avenue, this part of the project has a new developer and designer compared to the initial announcement two years ago.

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Computer Design Research and Learning Center nears completion on UIC campus

7:30 am on June 24, 2024 By Daniel Schell

The Computer Design Research and Learning Center on the University of Illinois Chicago campus is nearing the completion of construction. Located at 900 W Taylor Street on the Near West Side, the new addition to the school’s computer science department is expected to open in 2024, though it is not yet known if it will be open by the time the fall semester begins.

Facade Work Continues for ‘The Sally’ in Uptown

7:45 am on March 24, 2024 By Jack Crawford

Facade work can be seen progressing for the second phase of ‘The Sally,’ a mixed-use development project in Uptown, located at 1131-1135 W Winona Street. Developed by Cedar St. Companies, the project comprises two five-story buildings that collectively offer 180 residential units, including 37 affordable housing units. The unit sizes will range from studios to two-bedroom apartments.

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.

Details Revealed For New Field House In Jackie Robinson Park

7:30 am on February 16, 2024 By Ian Achong

Details have been revealed for a new field house at 10540 S Morgan Street in Washington Heights. Located within Jackie Robinson Park with its main entrance facing S Aberdeen Street, the new structure will replace a vacant one-story annex to Mount Vernon Elementary School. The project is being led by the Chicago Park District with local firm Booth Hansen working on its design.

2700 N Pine Grove Begins Residential Redevelopment in Lincoln Park

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

Three of the existing walls of the historic Second Church of Christ Scientist in Lincoln Park are now being prepared for integration into a new six-story mixed-use structure at 2700 N Pine Grove Avenue. This project, a collaboration between Ogden Partners and Booth Hansen, aims to preserve a portion of the original Beaux-Arts facade designed by Solon S. Beman.

Second Phase of The Sally Begins Cladding in Uptown

7:45 am on January 15, 2024 By Jack Crawford

The mixed-use development at 1131-1135 W Winona Street in Uptown, known as ‘The Sally,’ is progressing with construction already completed for 1135 W Winona Street and facade work underway for 1131 W Winona Street. Developed by Cedar St. Companies, The Sally comprises two five-story buildings, collectively offering 180 units ranging in size from studios to two-bedroom configurations, including 37 affordable residences. This complex represents the second phase of ‘The Draper,’ the initial phase of which houses 342 units and is located just south at 5050 N Broadway.

UIC Computer Design and Research Center Wraps Up Final Exterior Touches in Little Italy

7:30 am on January 4, 2024 By Jack Crawford

The University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) is nearing the completion of its new Computer Design Research and Learning Center, located at 900 W Taylor Street in the Little Italy neighborhood. The center, a 135,000-square-foot facility, is designed to support UIC’s computer science education and research. This five-story building is an addition to the existing Science and Engineering Labs building, connecting old and new architectural elements.

Interview: Inside The Architectural Mind of Larry Booth

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

YIMBY recently spoke with Larry Booth, a founding member of the Chicago Seven and principal at Booth Hansen, about his latest book, “Modern Beyond Style and the Pursuit of Beauty.” With a career spanning decades, Booth has significantly influenced both Chicago’s architecture and the wider field. In the following interview, he discusses insights from his new book and reflects on key milestones and challenges that have shaped his work

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