Month-in-Review Newsletter
WTTW Chicago: The Bold Architecture of Chicago’s Black Churches
"Most people probably imagine a particular archetype when they think of a church: an imposing stone edifice or white clapboard building, a towering steeple,...
Chicago Sun-Times Investigation: Landmark Decision Leaves Pilsen’s Future in Limbo
"The proposed Pilsen Landmark District was branded as a way to keep the fabric of a historic neighborhood intact, but by the time it...
LOSS: “Spotlight on Demolition” 3221 N. Pulaski Rd., Avondale 3916 N. Elston Ave., Irving Park 3740 W. Cortland Ave., Hermosa 5215 S. Keeler Ave.,...
“It’s an old, common cry in a city where demolition and development are often spoken in the same breath, and where trying to save...
Starship Chicago: Thompson Center A Film by Nathan Eddy (Chicago 7 2016, 2018, 2019 & 2020)
"Architect Helmut Jahn’s kaleidoscopic, controversial State of Illinois Center in Chicago, which shocked the world when it opened in 1985, may not be long...
IN MEMORIAM: Richard H. Driehaus; Philanthropist and Preservationist
It is with great sadness that we share the news of the unexpected passing of Richard H. Driehaus of natural causes on March 9, 2021...
THREATENED: 90-Day Demolition Delay List
The Demolition Delay Ordinance, adopted by City Council in 2003, establishes a hold of up to 90 days in the issuance of any demolition...
RETIRING: After 28 years, Blair Kamin, Pulitzer Prize-winning architecture critic for the Chicago Tribune Steps Down.
"Last week, the Tribune’s architecture critic, Blair Kamin, stepped down after 28 years in the role, preceded by a stint as a news reporter...
THREATENED: New CPS School To Be Built in Riis Park
"During Wednesday’s monthly meeting of the Chicago Park District Board, commissioners unanimously agreed to lease property within Riis Park to Chicago Public Schools for...
WIN: Keith Mansion to be Renovated as a Home Despite Commercial Zoning
"A 19th century mansion on Prairie Avenue whose zoning allows commercial use has been sold to users who plan to keep it as a...

