Fourteen Remarkable Libraries in the Chicago Area

Fourteen Remarkable Libraries in the Chicago Area

ast year, I featured the dazzling Tiffany mosaic-encrusted and stained glass-domed Cultural Center for my The Most Beautiful Places in Chicago. The building was originally the Central Library of the Chicago Public Library, which celebrated its 150th anniversary last...
City Council approves Thrive Exchange South

City Council approves Thrive Exchange South

The Chicago City Council has approved Thrive Exchange South, a mixed-use development planned for 7901 S. Exchange. As the winner of a recent Invest South/West RFP, the project will reactivate the intersection at the 79th St Metra stop. Planned by DL3 Realty, the...
Colorful Metal Inspiration

Colorful Metal Inspiration

Playful sections of bright blue metal roof welcome visitors to the Altgeld Family Resource Center on Chicago’s far South Side. Photo: hortonphotoinc.com Read Full Article Credit: Building Design &...
City outlines plans for 18th/Peoria site

City outlines plans for 18th/Peoria site

The new buildings could include over 400 apartments and green space The city has outlined their plan for the 18th and Peoria development site in Pilsen. Spanning 6.3 acres, the property is bounded by 16th St to the north, Newberry Ave to the east, 18th St to the...
AIA Chicago Announces Recipient of 2023 Firm Award

AIA Chicago Announces Recipient of 2023 Firm Award

The Firm Award is the highest honor a Chicago-based firm can receive from the local chapter of The American Institute of Architects. (March 23, 2023) CHICAGO – AIA Chicago, the second largest chapter of the American Institute of Architects and the collective voice of...