My favorite weekend every year is the Chicago Architecture Foundation’s Open House. It’s a fantastic opportunity to see buildings that are often off-limits to the public, many of which have excellent tours. I’ve also used it as a way of seeing parts of the city I don’t often get to explore. This year, I ventured out with friends to see sites in Bridgeport, Back of the Yards, South and West Loop, and downtown. As always, I had a great time, and would highly recommend making sure you’re in Chicago next year for Open House!
Hidden Sullivan stairwell.
McCormick rooftop garden.
Bertrand Goldberg!
Cermak bridge, Chinatown.
Stockyards, Back of the Yards.
Architectural salvage yard.
Former gear factory turned office space, West Loop.
The Rookery, downtown.
Vault in the basement.
Zap props, Back of the Yards.
Bridgeport demolition.