Tag: High-rise
West Loop construction update – Catalyst
It appears that Catalyst, 630 W Washington, will have the first-mover advantage in attracting new renters to the West Loop next year.
The b [...]
A helicopter map of Streeterville apartments
On 9/11 last year, we circled downtown Chicago multiple times by helicopter. Our goal was to capture useful images of virtually every building in [...]
Recalling the Hancock Center’s troubled early days
The Hancock Center, an iconic presence on Chicago's skyline, had a troubled and mostly-forgotten early history.
I was reminded of that history whe [...]
Sorry about that northwest view, Cityfront Place
The tower portion of Cityfront Place, 400 N McClurg Ct, is rotated at a 45-degree angle from the building's parking podium.
The reason [...]
Presidential Towers apartment renovations underway
When Presidential Towers (PT) was experiencing financial difficulties in the late 80s we ran a contest asking readers to suggest alternate uses fo [...]
Video – Kingsbury Plaza amenities surpass expectations
The private amenities level at Kingsbury Plaza has a number of surprises, the biggest of which is an expansive and lush lawn bordered by seasonal [...]
The fun food scene near K2, a new luxury apartment tower
Head a few steps in any direction from K2, the new luxury apartment tower at 365 N Halsted St, and you're surrounded by some of Chicago's best din [...]
Prices drop on Chestnut rentals in Streeterville
Late last week The Seneca, 200 E Chestnut, sent an updated price sheet to brokers reflecting price cuts. One-bedroom rents dropped by $80 a month [...]
Is it time for a dog-hostile new apartment tower?
Only a few years ago there were only a very few rental high-rises in downtown Chicago that accepted dogs.
In an almost complete turnabout, [...]