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The Carrington at Lincolnwood Opens Models and New Life Opportunities

“We are excited to participate in an innovative approach to re-defining the senior community into a desirable destination for a full and active lifestyle ,” said Glenn Seerup, principal at Jensen and Halstead Architects , in reference to The Carrington at Lincolnwood opening late this year. Joining Jensen and Halstead, the oldest architecture firm in the Chicagoland area, on The Carrington project are developer South Bay Partners , manager Life Care Services and Charles Hall Construction . Model residences are now open, and “The First Keys Club” perks for first depositors include a $1,500 credit toward moving expenses, a house-warming reception, guaranteed rental rates for the first two years of residency, referral rewards and several additional benefits . “There is no better time than now to visit our beautiful models and see all that is available to older adults within and right outside The Carrington community,” said Sue Simek, director of sales and marketing at Life Care Servic...

Taking a look at high-rise construction in Chicago’s South Loop

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Chicago’s South Loop neighborhood continues to buzz with construction activity. Thanks to its proximity to the city’s central business district , top parks, cultural attractions, and multiple colleges, the area has been especially hot for new rental projects . South Loop hotel construction is also strong as the Metropolitan Pier and Exposition Authority works to expand and transform McCormick Place into a new entertainment and hospitality hub dubbed ‘McCormick Square.’ Here is the latest look at eleven projects under-construction or newly completed in Chicago’s hot South Loop . ↑ One Grant Park Expected to rise well over 800 feet into the air, One Grant Park will be impossible to miss when when it creates a new peak at the south end of downtown Chicago’s skyline. Designed by Rafael Viñoly Architects, the 76- story building broke ground in early 2017 and has been quickly climbing at the corner of Roosevelt and Indiana. The skyscraper will deliver 792 rental apartments . A second...