1) Illinois Medical District Has Big Community Plans
Chicago’s Near West Side is making great use of the once vacant real estate with the 560 acre Illinois Medical District. The goal with the latest West Loop real estate development plan is to create a modern, urban fit with the surrounding environment that inspires innovation in medical science and collaboration within the neighborhood. The idea is to integrate the medical district as part of the community and incorporate public gathering spaces including: restaurants, hotels and business opportunities into the community while advancing the life sciences fields in Chicago.
2) West Loop’s UIC Narrows Down Architects For $95M Performing Arts
West Loop real estate design is going to get an amazing new structure. There are three architect teams competing as finalists for a $95 million budget to design the new Center of the Arts for University of Illinois at Chicago for the School of Theatre & Music. One thing is for sure: the West Loop is about to get a lot more architectural interest on UIC’s east campus located at the intersection of Halsted and Harrison.
3) Top News Stories On The West Loop Dining + Nightlife Scene
New Italian Spot - From Lincoln Park To Fulton Market
Ricardo Osteria opened in March at 1023 W Lake St. Sister restaurant Riccardo Trattoria is a Michelin Bib Gourmand winner. The casual restaurant will feature focaccia, prosciutto, truffle carpaccio, seafood, risotto, gnocchi with oxtail, and the great Italian classics. Exposed brick, booths, and an open kitchen blend a modern and classic feel.
Fairgrounds Coffee Bar - And Cocktails - Opens In Fulton Market
Fairgrounds Coffee Bar is a cafe that offers rotating coffee and tea from around the world. The Fulton Market location opened in prime West Loop real estate territory and will feature a full cocktail menu in addition to its popular beverages. Small bites and breakfast will also be available. Expect local Chicago coffee brands such as: Stumptown, Colectivo, Dark Matter, Gaslight Coffee Roasters , and more. Cocktails will feature mini shakers to get guests more involved in the process called “Shake-Ups” featuring vodka or gin.
Mako Highly Anticipated Omakase 25 Course Sushi Bar Opens
Chef B.K. Park has a hot new sushi restaurant in the West Loop called Mako. The menu offers up a 25 course omakase menu (chef’s choice). Mako, named after the fastest swimming shark, is located in prime West Loop real estate under a luxury apartment building at 731 W Lake St. While many sushi restaurants are going for a modern twist or shocking flavors, Mako leans toward classic Japanese sushi presented in a modern yet delicate way in a simple setting. The natural flavor of the fish is the star at Mako.
4) Local design ties The Wing’s first Chicago coworking space to the city
You may have already come across the beautifully designed photos of The Wing while surfing social media. The Wing is a new women-focused office space and social club with a local feel that opened April 11th in Fulton Market. The space alone is a dream and already has a waiting list if you want to work at this modern slice of West Loop real estate. Through the doors, you may find start-ups, non-profits, business owners, and artists to name a few.
5) New CTA Green Line El Station, Plus Streetscape Improvements Continue In West Loop’s Fulton Market District
West Loop real estate is going to see a huge boost due to two major West Loop projects: 1) The 2nd phase of the Fulton Market Streetscape project and 2) A new Green Line el station between Ashland/Lake and California/Lake and will be called Damen/Lake. This means the United Center will finally have convenient CTA el service. Interesting fact: The Damen/Lake station is not new. It was actually closed in 1948 but will reopen with new construction in 2020.
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