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DARK SECRETS: Helmut jahn | Rare Historical Photos

A walk through Potsdamer Platz: Europe’s biggest construction site 30 years on

In 2024, Potsdamer Platz celebrates its 30th anniversary and Jonathan Glancey reflects upon the famous postmodernist development in Berlin, seen here through the lens of photographer Rory Gardiner

Wallpaper · Oct 8, 2024

From new skyscrapers to Union Station redesign plans, 2024 will be a busy year for architecture

Bally’s planned casino and the fate of the Century and Consumers buildings are among the five architectural projects worth watching as this new year progresses.

Chicago Sun-Times · Jan 5, 2024

Google releases new renderings of planned Thompson Center makeover

The renovation would keep the atrium and have a more transparent facade and a new plaza. But we need to see more, architecture critic Lee Bey writes.

Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 13, 2023

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Demolition of Thompson Center facade, atrium for Google makeover approved by city

The $6 million demolition isn’t a complete surprise, but it possibly means the end of the building’s current blue, salmon and white color scheme, one of its signature features.

Chicago Sun-Times · Oct 17, 2023

More rooms with a view coming to classic stretch of Michigan Avenue

A high-rise tower designed by the late Helmut Jahn is expected to welcome its first renters in 2024.

Chicago Sun-Times · Jul 10, 2023

A year after his death, Helmut Jahn’s firm looks forward with new projects and a rebranded name: JAHN/

“This Jahn slash is the opening of what comes next. Trying to convey the optimism of what the future holds.”

Chicago Sun-Times · May 1, 2022

Deal to sell and renovate problematic Thompson Center finalized

A development group plans to preserve the building as a mixed-use property with office, retail and hotel space — and with the state retaining about a 30% ownership. The 37-year-old building has its share of problems, including leaky ceilings, temperature issues and less than desirable office…

Chicago Sun-Times · Mar 31, 2022

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