New renderings have been revealed for the redevelopment of the Thompson Center at 100 W Randolph Street in The Loop. Sitting right in the heart of downtown, the massive structure has been at the center of many debates on preservation since the state announced its sale years ago. Now its new tenant and future owner Google has laid out its plans designed by JAHN Architects, the firm of the building’s original designer.
Permits have been issued for placement of caissons for 462 E North Water Street, a new 72-story residential high-rise in Streeterville. The project, also known as 400 N Lake Shore Drive, will be spearheaded by RMW Acquisition Company LLC, based in New York. Permits for caisson placement were issued on December 6, following an extensive 630-day review period.
The tower crane is being installed for 919 W Fulton, an 11-story mixed-use development in Fulton Market. Under development by Fulton St. Co and JDL, the building ranks number 19 in our year-end countdown of the tallest construction projects in Chicago, with a height of 172 feet. Offering 409,000 square feet of space, it is primarily designed to accommodate office space above ground-floor retail.
A groundbreaking date has been announced for the upcoming residential development at 5354 N Sheridan Road in Edgewater. Sitting on the intersection with W Balmoral Avenue, the new building would replace the famed Wing Hoe restaurant and its surrounding parking lot right by the lakefront. Developer Tempus Properties is behind the proposal with 2R/Z Architecture working on its design.
The City of Chicago has issued construction permits for 1630 S Wabash Avenue, a 12-story residential building in the South Loop. Permits were issued on December 5, after a 188-day review period.
