Partial Funding Approved For Parkside Phase 3 In Old Town

The Community Development Commission has approved partial funding for the residential development at 520 W Hobbie Street in the Near North Side. The new structures at the nearly full-block project will expand the existing Parkside of Old Town complex. Developer Holsten Real Estate is working with the Chicago Housing Authority and Cabrini Green Community Development Corporation, tapping local firm Landon Bone Baker Architects for the design.

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UIC Computer Design Research and Learning Center

Facade Work Nears Completion for UIC Computer Design Research and Learning Center

The new Computer Design Research and Learning Center at the University of Illinois Chicago (UIC), situated at 900 W Taylor Street in Little Italy, is rapidly approaching exterior completion. This five-story extension will be linked to the existing Science and Engineering Labs building, expanding UIC’s capacity for its computer science program, as well as related research and projects.

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1000M. Rendering by Jahn/

1000M Nears Topping Out in South Loop

South Loop’s new 73-story residential skyscraper, 1000M, is progressing toward its final 805-foot height at 1000 S Michigan Avenue. The building, a collaboration between JK Equities, Time Equities, and Oak Capitals, is expected to increase its initial offering from 506 condominium units to 738 rental apartments to meet demand. The project, as of yesterday, has released its updated marketing campaign on its official website.

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