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Situated within the bKL-designed mixed-use building at 300 North Michigan is the eclectic CitizenM hotel. This hotel boasts an atmosphere that's as bold and vibrant as it is artistic, offering guests the perfect combination of luxury and affordability.

Designed with the modern traveler in mind, the hotel is a must-visit destination during your next trip to Chicago.

Developer: Sterling Bay, Magellan Development Group
Photography: Hall Merrick McCaugherty Photographers

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We are thrilled to share bKL Architecture's Cirrus project has been selected as a finalist for Interior Design Magazine’s Best of Year Awards in the Large Residential Lobby and Amenity Space category.

Congratulations to the entire Cirrus team for this achievement! Find more information regarding the award and the complete list of 2023 project finalists here: https://boyawards.secure-platform.com/a/page/2023-finalists/2023-finalists-projects

Developer: Lendlease , Magellan Development Group
Photography: Dave Burk

bKL is proud to announce the promotion of Ruxandra Antea, Isaac Persley, and Paul Schroeckenstein to the position of Director. These three individuals have consistently demonstrated exceptional dedication and an unwavering commitment to the bKL studio. Their hard work and contributions have been instrumental to the success of the firm. We congratulate them on their well-deserved promotions and are eager to witness their future accomplishments.

Welcome to The Dylan - a vivacious new addition to Chicago's Fulton Market District! The 29-story multi-family residence offers luxury and modernity with a design inspired by the industrial brick and metal structures of nearby buildings and the elevated CTA track. With lavish amenities and a contemporary material palette, The Dylan is the perfect destination for sophisticated urban living.

Developer: Sterling Bay
Contractor: The Walsh Group
Photography: Nick Ulivieri Photography
Ceiling Mural Artwork: Emmy Star Brown

Here's a look at the construction progress for the bKL-designed development located at 601 N Central in Phoenix, Arizona.

More updates to come!

Developer: LG Group
Contractor: Layton Construction
Photography: CJ Gershon

We recently celebrated the ground-breaking of Toronto’s newest East End development, 6 Dawes. The bKL-designed mixed-use residential building will provide much needed housing for the Danforth Village neighborhood while activating the surrounding community. We look forward to continuing our partnership with developer, Fitzrovia as the project progresses.

Learn more about the 6 Dawes project and ground-breaking ceremony by visiting Urban Toronto: https://urbantoronto.ca/news/2023/10/6-dawes-breaks-ground-new-rental-addition-torontos-danforth-village.54308

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We are excited to share a first look at the construction progress of bKL-designed Hazel National Landing in Arlington, VA. Stay tuned for more updates throughout the year as this project heads toward completion.

Learn more about Hazel National Landing here: bklarchitecture.com/projects/hazel-national-landing-arlington/

Photo by: RON BLUNT⁠

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Join bKL Architecture THIS WEEKEND for Open House Chicago with Chicago Architecture Center! Our studio will be open 10am-5pm Saturday and Sunday, October 14-15.

Visit www.openhousechicago.org for the complete list of sites.

Open House Chicago The Chicago Architecture Center's Open House Chicago is a FREE annual festival that typically offers access to hundreds of sites across Chicago, from iconic locations to under-the-radar architectural gems.

bKL Architecture Managing Principal, Danielle Tillman will be speaking at the inaugural Diverse Developers Conference in Chicago this Thursday. Danielle will be a member of the session 5 panel, discussing the cultivation of equity throughout the development process. ⁠
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We look forward to seeing many of our industry partners and friends at this highly anticipated, sold out event! ⁠

To learn more about the Diverse Developers Conference and fellow panelist visit www.diversedevelopers.com.
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bKL is excited to share that the Zoning Board of Appeals has approved the mixed-use development at 1100 W. Grand.

Designed by and developed by Contemporary Concepts and Wicc Development, the building will rise seven stories tall and provide new retail opportunities for Chicago’s neighborhood.