Chicago Accessory Dwelling Units are experiencing a renaissance. These dwelling types can help increase housing stock and density.
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Chicago Building Types: Row Homes
The building types of Chicago form the city around us. Today, how the row home’s history and use influenced and populated Chicago’s streets.
Chicago Building Types: Coach House
Once housing horses, carriages, and their respective staff, coach houses are now often used as apartments. Still seen all around Chicago, here’s why they’re important.
Chicago Building Types: Worker Cottage
The building types of Chicago form the city around us. Today, how the Worker Cottage formed the back bone of 19th century urban growth.
Chicago Building Types: the Residential Hotel
The residential hotel was a staple of Chicago’s housing past. The rise and fall … and rise of this high rise home type.
Chicago Building Types: Fire Cottage
The Chicago Fire Cottage s were built from $100 kits, and originally featured pretty much just exterior walls and a roof. This one still stands today.
Chicago Building Types: Bungalows
Chicago is home to 80,000 bungalows, which define the so called “Bungalow Belt,” constructed between the 1910’s and 1930. Here’s what defines this classic Chicago Building Type.
Chicago Building Types: Four Plus One Apartments
Four Plus One apartments might be the building type chicagoans most love to hate. Learn what makes them tick in our latest Chicago Building Type.
Chicago Building Types: the Greystone
The Greystone is one of Chicago’s most lovely building types. Learn how Chicago created this classic urban residential form.
Chicago Building Types: the Skyscraper
Chicago is a city with an iconic skyline. What makes a skyscraper work? Where did they come from and why are they central to Chicago history.
Chicago Building Types: the Courtyard Apartment
What sets these courtyard apartment buildings apart from other types of apartment dwellings. The answer is in the organization.
Lowering Your Basement in Chicago: A Complete Guide to Basement Excavation, Underpinning & Drainage
The most important decision on many basement projects isn’t visible when the work is finished. On a recent project, our plumber and concrete contractor spent nearly an hour debating gravel. One insisted on CA-6 because it compacts better. The other argued for CA-7 because it drains better. To most homeowners, it probably sounded like one […]
How to Open a Restaurant in Chicago: Architecture, Permits, and Construction Explained
Many first-time restaurant owners underestimate how much architecture can impact each stage of development. Here, we’ll share our step-by-step guide to opening a restaurant in Chicago, including architecture permits, construction nuances, and more, as well as answer some frequently asked questions about hiring a restaurant architect Chicago expert. How to Open a Restaurant In Chicago […]
Restaurant Architecture in Chicago: Lessons From the Txa Txa Club Project
Chicago is home to one of the most celebrated dining scenes in the country, from beloved neighborhood cafés to world-famous, Michelin-star establishments. It’s also home to one of the most recognizable skylines in the world, featuring famous architects from every corner of the globe. When Chicago’s great food and amazing architecture come together, that’s magic […]
ADU Design in Chicago: How to Create a Modern Coach House or Basement Unit
Now that Chicago has expanded its accessory dwelling unit (ADU) design program, more people have the chance to add space to their existing homes. However, obtaining approval is only one part of the journey. Much of the real challenge comes with creating an ADU design that feels welcoming and comfortable instead of cramped or temporary. […]