The changing face of Chicago architecture—in structures old, new and yet to be—will always be newsworthy. Here, we track the buzz and battles, building context around a city’s issues as they unfold.
What buildings will arrive to affect the city’s architectural environment? Which Chicago structures and areas are prime candidates for adaptive reuse? What new projects under construction will we be talking about most? In Evolving Chicago, we will be listening, looking ahead and letting you know what’s happening around the city.
The Chicago Architecture Foundation Center River Cruise aboard Chicago’s First Lady starts March 15. Whether it’s your first or fifth time taking the cruise, you’ll notice a lot of changes, including three of the city’s tallest new towers.
Architectural innovations like the steel-frame skyscraper have reshaped the built world's look and function. And every day, new technologies enable architects to address the challenges of the future.
Chicago’s playscapes - parks, playgrounds and green spaces - bring Chicagoans and visitors outside to play.
We’re up to a lot around here, and we’d like to start sharing the personal side of CAC.