The Chicago Architecture Center (formerly the Chicago Architecture Foundation) opens in its new location on the river this weekend. Credit: Deanna Isaacs The exhibits weren’t fully installed when I ...

A working group spent three months studying stadium developments across the U.S. to see what worked and what failed and found ...

Chicago's urban history is a dynamic saga of innovation, resilience, and architectural prowess. From its early days as a bustling trade hub on Lake Michigan's shores to its transformation into a ...

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In architecture circles, there’s a commonly used phrase: The built environment. That sounds straightforward enough on the surface, but it also suggests a concept that’s far more opaque and complicated ...

The sixth edition of the Chicago Architecture Biennial is now on view at sites across the city through the end of February.

The world is changing fast, and it’s forcing humans to constantly adapt how and where we live — or else. That’s the driving theme behind this year’s edition of the Chicago Architecture Biennial, which ...

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Swipe through these 9 unmissable design landmarks—from a river cruise to sky-high decks: 1. First Lady Architecture Cruise 📍 Dock at Southeast corner of Michigan Ave & Wacker Dr, Chicago, IL 60601 ⏰ ...

One of the most popular Chicago attractions will soon come to an end for the 2025 season. The Chicago Architecture Center River Cruise, which takes tours on the Chicago River will run its final ...

Sixty years ago, construction began on one of the most iconic buildings in Chicago and arguably the world. Formerly known as the John Hancock Center, the famed skyscraper is leading a new trend on the ...