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Renovation work on the east facade of the Thompson Center in The Loop.

Thompson Center Renovations Have Begun at 100 West Randolph Street in The Loop

7:30 am on May 14, 2024 By Daniel Schell

Demolition work is clearly evident at 100 West Randolph Street in The Loop, as the transformation of the Thompson Center for Google hits its stride. The ceremonial kickoff for the renovation took place earlier this week, but demolition work has been underway for a few weeks. Along with considerable progress at street level along the perimeter of the building, there’s also a gaping hole in the east facade of the Helmut Jahn classic in The Loop. Clark Construction is the general contractor tasked with redoing the office building so Google can move in upon rehab completion.

Mayor Johnson Announces “Cut the Tape” Plan

7:45 am on April 7, 2024 By Cooper Billingsley

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson’s announced of the “Cut the Tape” report, unveiling plans to streamline construction and affordable housing development approval processes. The initiative aims to foster economic growth and address housing needs by accelerating residential and commercial projects.

LaSalle Street Office Conversion Plans Advance for Four Developments

7:45 am on April 5, 2024 By Cooper Billingsley

On Wednesday, April 3rd, Mayor Brandon Johnson announced the selection of four developments for the LaSalle Street Reimagined initiative. These projects aim to rejuvenate the area by brining residents into the corridor after pandemic vacancies, utilizing $151.2 million in tax-increment financing funds. The office-to-residential developments will repurpose underused office buildings and adding over 1,000 new residential units, including at least 319 affordable units. Pending approval by the City Council, completion is slated for 2027 as reported by WTTW News.

Lost Legends #12: The Home Insurance Building

7:30 am on April 2, 2024 By Cooper Billingsley

In this edition of ‘Lost Legends,’ we look at what is often considered the worlds first skyscraper, the Home Insurance Building. The groundbreaking building stood 10 stories at a height of 138 feet tall at the time of its initial completion in 1885. In 1891 two floors were added bringing the building to the height of 180 feet.

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.

City Council Approves 167 N Racine Avenue In West Loop

7:30 am on December 25, 2023 By Ian Achong

The Chicago City Council has approved the rezoning for mixed-use redevelopment of 167 N Racine Avenue in the West Loop. Sitting mid-block between W Randolph Street and W Lake Street, the project will add two floors to the existing structures with added residential. The proposal is being led by Marduk Management with SPACE Architects + Planners working on the design.

167 N Racine Avenue Proceeds With Rezoning In West Loop

7:45 am on November 4, 2023 By Ian Achong

The mixed-use development at 167 N Racine Avenue in the West Loop is officially moving forward as the developers have filed a zoning application. Located between W Randolph Street to the south and W Lake Street to the north, the proposal includes two existing buildings and was announced earlier this year. The project itself is being led by two brothers under the name 167 Racine LLC, with SPACE Architects + Planners serving as the designers.

Financing Secured For Fulton Market Office Development

7:45 am on September 28, 2023 By Ian Achong

Financing has been secured for the mixed-use development at 919 W Fulton Market in Fulton Market. Located on the southeast corner with N Sangamon Street, the building will span the entire length of the block all the way south to W Lake Street. The team behind the proposal is being led by Fulton Street Companies, JDL and Shanna Khan, who have tapped New York-based Morris Adjmi Architects for its design.

Plans For Bank Redevelopment In Woodlawn Move Forward

7:30 am on September 6, 2023 By Ian Achong

Plans for the mixed-use redevelopment at 6300 S Cottage Grove Avenue in Woodlawn are set to be reviewed at this month’s zoning meeting. Located on the intersection with E 63rd Street, the project will restore and expand the old Washington Park National Park Bank building at the heart of the neighborhood. This work is being led by developer DL3 Realty who tapped local firm bKL Architecture for its design.

Permit Issued for 4822 S Cottage Grove Avenue in Bronzeville

7:00 am on September 6, 2023 By Jack Crawford

A new construction permit has been issued for a 5-story medical office building at 4822 S Cottage Grove Avenue in Bronzeville. Northwestern Medicine is the listed owner of the development, which will replace a previously…

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