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Projects

79 West Monroe

Location
Chicago, Illinois
Market
Residential
Type
Adaptive Reuse
Architect
Ware Malcomb
  • 100,000-SF adaptive reuse of the Historic Landmark Rector Building, the oldest surviving commercial high-rise designed by renowned architect Jarvis Hunt, into a dynamic residential space, addressing the growing demand for housing in Chicago’s Loop
  • The landmark development is the city of Chicago’s first office-to-residential conversion
  • Construction spans floors seven through 14, converting them into 117 market-rate and affordable housing residential units
  • 41 units to be designated as affordable housing
  • The projects unit mix will include 56 studios, 54 one-bed units, seven two-bed units
  • Lobby renovation will feature a designated entrance for residents including a tenant lounge, fitness center and outdoor areas

Key Challenges:

Originally built in 1905, the development is committed to preserving the building’s historic architecture while upgrading to modern, energy-efficient systems and amenities

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Mike Mastin

Senior Vice President, Residential
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