The Loop
Loop Gap to close, could make way for new high-rise
Downtown’s high-rise building boom could see another underutilized property give way to something tall as the three-story Gap store at the southeast corner of State and Washington prepares to shut its doors for good.
Willis Tower retail renovations to be shown this week
In addition to new elevators and tenant amenities, the skyscraper’s owners are expected to announce their plan to add "unique retail and entertainment" options to the iconic tower’s base.
Boutique office tower proposed for Loop parking garage
The 20-story proposal features a contrasting maze-like facade and an indoor/outdoor tenant amenity space with fire pits, table tennis, a wading pool and a bar.
Chicago’s American Writers Museum to open this spring
Billed as the first and only museum of its kind in the country, The Loop’s long-planned American Writers Museum will officially open its doors on May 16.
Why Chicago’s Thompson Center is worth saving
A sale of the James R. Thompson could mean the end for the Helmut Jahn-designed structure.
Helmut Jahn presents proposal to revive aging Thompson Center
The famous Chicago-based architect suggests building a tower next to the existing State of Illinois Building.
The biggest protests happening in Chicago this weekend
Tens of thousands expected to descend upon downtown Chicago for weekend protests.
State sale of Thompson Center could clear path for new supertall skyscraper
A 115-story design is being floated by lawmakers to help encourage the sale of the expensive, run-down building.
CTA to provide additional service for Chicago Women’s March
A whopping 50,000 people are expected to attend the protest on Saturday morning.
800-foot office tower to replace old General Growth Building
Developers have taken the wraps off a dramatic 800-foot office proposal at 110 N. Wacker.
Loop office tower ready for apartment conversion
This century-old office tower will soon feature over 200 new residences and a slew of amenities.
General Growth’s high-rise replacement to be revealed next week
While the fate of the 1961 General Growth Building has been the subject of speculation for a number of years, an email to nearby residents signals the start of the site’s long-rumored redevelopment.
Loop corner unit with sweeping skyline views seeks $2.1M
This spacious 40th floor Park Monroe unit pleases on many levels. With tall ceilings and sweeping views, it’d be the ultimate holiday gift.
Curbed Cup 1st round: (2) The Loop vs. (15) Woodlawn
Which neighborhood should advance? Cast your vote now!
Developer looking to unload downtown’s Block 37 shopping mall
Los Angeles-based CIM Group could make a huge return on their investment in the downtown shopping center.
‘The Wabash Lights’ hopes to crowdfund two-block expansion
The folks behind an ambitious public art project to affix rows of color-changing LED tubes underneath the L tracks on Wabash Avenue have started a second crowdfunding campaign.
Gorgeous Michigan Avenue Penthouse returns as a rental
Situated in the heart of Chicago Cultural Mile inside the observatory of the old Montgomery Ward building, this luxurious four-bedroom condo can either be purchased or rented. Neither option is particularly cheap.
Cubs World Series parade brings millions together
Last Friday's parade brought millions of Chicagoans together and made history as one of the largest peaceful gatherings of people in one place.
The best shots from today’s Chicago Cubs World Series parade
Downtown Chicago was taken over by Chicago Cubs faithful to celebrate the historic championship
Twin 48-story office towers planned for South Wacker Drive
A pair of identical glassy 48-story towers each containing 1.2 million square feet of office space could soon be on their way to the 300 block of S. Wacker in Chicago’s central business district.
Office tower still planned for General Growth site?
A new rendering hints that the on-again, off-again redevelopment plan for the low-rise 1961 structure may be moving forward after all.
Bright two-bedroom condo in the Loop asks $390K
Featuring two bedrooms, two bathrooms, and open kitchen with modern European cabinetry, the home has high-ceilings, in-unit laundry, and a balcony ideal for taking in the surrounding downtown cityscape.
The five least expensive Loop listings are all under $200K
The prices of these units are as small as the spaces themselves
72nd floor penthouse at the Legacy hits the market
This sky-high penthouse atop the Loop’s glassy Legacy at Millennium Park tower is a perfect fit for well-heeled buyers seeking jaw-dropping eastern views that will never be obstructed. The ask? Just under $6 million.
Ice skating returns to Millennium Park on November 18
Winter is coming
The Loop’s smallest park: a place-making success story
Chicago Loop Alliance collaborated with Chicago’s Department of Transportation and the Mayor’s Office to create a so-called activated median on State Street between Wacker and Lake. Known as "Gateway to the Loop," the micro park opened in mid 2013.
City announces second Chicago Architecture Biennial
The 2017 Chicago Architecture Biennial’s theme will be Make New History
Meticulous and miniature: The Thorne Rooms of the Art Institute
Tiny Homes may be all the rage today but the microscopic construction of the Thorne Rooms, takes small to a whole new level
100-year-old Loop tower prepares to grow five stories
Thanks to a recently issued building permit, the 1916 building’s existing crown can be demolished ahead of a glassy, modern addition designed by architect Hirsch Associates.
The Loop's The Gray Hotel officially opens today
The William Le Baron Jenney-designed New York Life Insurance Building on Monroe Street in the Loop’s financial district reopens today after a major overhaul that has transformed the 14-story landmark building into downtown’s newest hotel.
Overhaul of historic Plymouth Building moves forward
Located at 417 S. Dearborn, the eleven-story neo-gothic Plymouth Building was recently granted the permitting to see floors two through five converted into new office space and levels six through eleven turned into 30 units of student housing.
Downtown luxury apartments hit record high rents
Rents for downtown apartments have been on the rise for nearly seven straight years
CNA Center ready to go skyward
The 36-story office tower designed by John Ronan Architects is now above street level. The steel and concrete project utilizes a somewhat unorthodox mounting solution for its construction crane.
The Loop’s newest office tower goes vertical
While foundation work on new tower at 151 N. Franklin has been underway since early 2016, the project was recently granted a full building permit allowing the structure to reach skyward to its full 36-story height.
Swank penthouse overlooking Millennium Park seeks $6M
This spacious four bedroom, four and a half bathroom penthouse occupies the very tip top of the old Montgomery Ward headquarters on Michigan Avenue.
Thousands RSVP for Pokémon Go meetup at Millennium Park
A very large group will be meeting Sunday afternoon to search for Pokémon
Take a tour of the new Block 37 apartment tower
Developers have been capitalizing on the rental boom over the last few years, and one of the highest profile projects to hit the downtown area during this cycle is the apartment tower at Block 37.
Restoration and ADA accessibility planned for Quincy CTA stop
Among the oldest and best preserved first generation stations in Chicago’s ‘L’ system, the CTA stop at Quincy is on track to receive a major renovation that will see the location fully accessible for the first time in 120 years.
Developer Eyes Two More Vintage Buildings for Adaptive Reuse
Developer Cedar Street Companies has been busy making a name for itself rehabilitating historic Chicago structures. The firm recently announced plans to convert an Uptown Synagogue and Loop Office building into new housing.