Public art and murals are a big part of neighborhood life in Chicago. Though some neighborhoods are better known for large sweeping murals than others, art can be spotted in every neighborhood ...

The underground walkway is a shield against winter weather and connects to dozens of buildings in the Loop.

Chicago’s 10 most senseless demolitions, mapped From groundbreaking early skyscrapers to sprawling rail terminals ...

An illustrated guide to Chicago architecture Get to know signature styles from Chicago School, Prairie, and Millennium Modern ...

Here’s what you need to know about the return of coach houses, granny flats, and other accessory units.

The 1993 film The Fugitive is not only a classic crime thriller, but it can also be considered one of the most essential movies that takes place in Chicago. The movie prominently features Chicago's ...

While made nationally famous as the home of "Da Bears," Chicago's Soldier Field has a storied history as a municipal gathering place and host to countless events of the sporting, civic and even ...

A short film offers a look into the excitement of the Century of Progress International Exposition.

10 historic Chicago bridges to know 100-year-old steel bridges, a Frank Gehry design, and Japanese footbridges ...

After languishing on the market for five years, the modernist Highland Park home that played an important role in the classic John Hughes film Ferris Bueller's Day Off has finally sold.

The new year is here and promises to be a big one for the future of Chicago’s built environment. In 2020, a number of major projects are on the horizon. Expect grand unveilings, significant ...

Simply put, vernacular architecture is architecture without architects. In Chicago, vernacular architecture is the built language of our neighborhoods. Ubiquitous but never boring, vernacular ...