Chicago, Illinois
Third Year Design Studio
1999
University of Illinois at Chicago
Chicago, Illinois
Studio Critic
Kenneth Schroeder
The existing railroad viaduct along Bloomingdale Avenue in Chicago is to be converted into an elevated bicycle/jogging path. A small retail structure was to be designed that compliments the new function of the viaduct, as well as to provide a transition between the viaduct and street levels.
A bicycle shop occupies the ground floor, with a small cafe overlooking from above. Open stairs and an elevator join the two levels, and a pedestrian bridge spans Bloomingdale Avenue to connect the upper level of the structure with the viaduct. A sweeping roof visually unifies all elements of the project.
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East Elevation |
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