Metra has taken a significant step towards adopting sustainable transportation by approving the purchase of battery-powered, zero-emission trainsets. This initiative, which was approved by Metra’s Board of Directors, positions Metra as one of the first in the United States to implement this technology.
The construction of The Saint Grand, a 21-story mixed-use building at 218 E Grand Avenue in Streeterville, is nearing completion of its facade. The project, a collaboration between Mavrek Development, GW Properties, Luxury Living, and Double Eagle Development, encompasses residential, office, and retail spaces.
Further details have been revealed for the residential development at 1421 N Sedgwick Street in Old Town. Located just north of the intersection with W Schiller Street and across the street from the redeveloped Marshall Field Garden Apartments, the proposal would replace a vacant lot. Leading the project is Leo Razko of Razko Development with MC & Associates working on its design.
Initial details have been revealed for the nation’s deepest diving pool at an undisclosed location in Lake County. Located around 35-40 miles north of The Loop in the nearby suburbs, the multi-pool facility recently began fundraising as design work continues. The team at nonprofit Diveheart is behind the development with local architecture firm Barker Barrios working on the design.
Final touches can be seen for the redevelopment of the Edith Spurlock Apartment complex in Lincoln Park. With the recent unveiling of “Sheffield of Lincoln Park,” a new six-story addition providing 80 family units, the complex now contains three total buildings. Sheffield of Lincoln Park sits between two existing buildings at 2640 and 2720 N. Sheffield, both of which were originally built in 1965. The CHA and PIRHL are behind the $150 million redevelopment.
