Connecting with future builders!

Empowering the builders of tomorrow! We connected with Resilient Project UPSTART students at a local high school to showcase how trade careers offer diverse opportunities for growth, stability, and impact.

With a mission to provide uplifting programs and mentorship, we’re humbled to support an organization that creates pathways for young individuals interested in the industry!

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New Center to drive the future of food!

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New Center to drive the future of food!

An innovative center to drive the future of food! We’re excited to showcase the new state-of-the-art office and R&D lab for Winland Foods in Oak Brook. This dynamic space is designed to spark creativity and drive research, featuring:

Open, collaborative workspaces
Interactive taste and show kitchens
Food, wet, and sensory labs
Well-organized storage solutions for seamless operations

We’re proud to have brought this transformative vision to life, empowering groundbreaking discoveries in the food industry. A huge thank you to all our partners for helping make it happen!

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Project Highlights at the Reid Murdoch Building

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Project Highlights at the Reid Murdoch Building

We have been busy at The Reid Murdoch Building (325 N. LaSalle) and are just getting started!

Our team recently completed Suite 325 with Friedman Properties and geniant, a stunning tenant-ready space in this historic building in Chicago’s River North neighborhood. Step into a sleek reception area, modern conference rooms, and an open office that has a panoramic river view!

But that’s just the start. As the trusted build partner with Friedman Properties, we’re excited to collaborate with NORR to transform the building amenities, lobby, fitness center, and lounge spaces as these spaces are re-imagined for current and future tenants! Big changes are on the way, so stay tuned! For leasing inquiries, contact Brian Chernett at bchernett@friedmanproperties.com

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GroundBreaking Alert! The Haven on Lincoln

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GroundBreaking Alert! The Haven on Lincoln

We celebrated the groundbreaking of The Haven on Lincoln, a project that will bring vital transitional housing and support services to the Chicagoland community. This 15,000-sf center in Lincoln Square is set to tackle challenges like health, mental health, and homelessness, offering residents the resources they need to build stronger, more productive futures.

Set to open in early 2025, we’re proud to be part of this transformative effort. As Mayor Brandon Johnson put it, “It’s going to improve life expectancy by providing them with the tools that they need to be successful and have productive lives.”

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Behind-the-scenes of the shedd aquarium!

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Behind-the-scenes of the shedd aquarium!

Our VDC Director, Reed Gallagher, took a behind-the-scenes tour of the Shedd Aquarium with IFMA’s Chicago Chapter! From exploring the incredible operations to seeing how exhibits come to life, it was an unforgettable and insightful experience. A unique way to connect with industry pros and experience a fresh perspective in an amazing setting!

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Grand Opening! One Hope United’s Zion Home

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Grand Opening! One Hope United’s Zion Home

Congratulations to One Hope United on the ribbon-cutting of their new Zion Home in the Northern Suburbs! We’re humbled to have transformed this 5,000-sf, three-story building into a vital resource for young adults transitioning out of foster care. With modern apartments, top-notch laundry facilities, a shared kitchen, and flexible spaces, it’s set to make a real difference in their lives and the surrounding community.

We’re honored to support One Hope United and their mission to help children, youth, and families thrive.

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Project Highlight: Executive Floor Renovation

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Project Highlight: Executive Floor Renovation

Shining the spotlight on a recent Executive Floor Renovation for one of our Life Science clients! With a sleek lobby refresh and water feature, this 18,000 square foot suburban space includes admin stations, private perimeter offices, cafés and pantries, and multiple collaboration areas.

This center for teamwork and synergy was an exciting build to be a part of!

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Grand Opening! People’s Resource Center

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Grand Opening! People’s Resource Center

We raised a toast to the future of hope and opportunity, celebrating the opening of People’s Resource Center’s (PRC) new Wheaton campus! As PRC expands their vital services—including the food pantry, tutoring, and more for our DuPage County neighbors—we’re excited to share the journey of bringing this ground-up facility to life.

Watch the incredible transformation unfold from start to finish! A huge thank you to PRC for their trust in as as their builder, and our partners PRC’s mission on this impactful nonprofit project.

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Union Tank Car Company (UTLX) Headquarters

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Union Tank Car Company (UTLX) Headquarters

We’re excited to highlight Union Tank Car Company – UTLX’s stunning new Chicago Loop headquarters. With unique branding and modern elements, this incredible space spans two floors and features a refreshed interconnecting stair, inviting reception, and functional collaboration areas.

A center that will continue to provide essential tank car services, we’re proud to have partnered together to deliver this incredible space!

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Project Highlight: Northern suburb nonprofit headquarters

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Project Highlight: Northern suburb nonprofit headquarters

Creating spaces where growth and collaboration thrive. In the heart of Chicago’s northern suburbs, our nonprofit client’s new headquarters is designed to inspire—featuring open and private workspaces, cutting-edge research training rooms, a sophisticated executive floor, and a welcoming hospitality bar and café.

Spanning over 50,000 square feet, this central hub is set to become a global gathering place, and we’re honored to have played a role in bringing this transformative vision to life!

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