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Independence Library and Apartments

Photography © James Florio

Location

Chicago, Illinois

Market

Residential | Community | Municipal | Senior Living

Type

Ground Up

Architect

John Ronan Architects

82,050-SF, two-story new Chicago Public Library branch and four-story affordable housing for seniors
Library features an open floor plan, abundant natural light, bursts of color, graduated staircase with cushioned seating, early-learning play space for young children, YOUMedia space for teens, as well as flexible space for community meetings or independent study
Uniquely contains 44 apartment units, on the floors above the library, each with its own recessed balcony and unique color
Tenant amenities include a fitness room and access to the rooftop green space
Best Office/Retail/Mixed-Use Project of the Year Award Winner (ENR)
Architectural Excellence Award (Driehaus Foundation)
Project of the Year Award – Library Building (AIA/ALA)
Housing Award (AIA)

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Contact Leopardo's construction experts today to get your project started.

Mike Mastin

Senior Vice President, Residential