Chicago, Illinois
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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Site Photo |
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East Elevation |
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Lower Level Plan |
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Upper Level Plan |
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Model Photos |
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| Third Year Design Studio |
Fall 1999 |
| University of Illinois at Chicago | College of Architecture and the Arts |
| Studio Critic | Kenneth Schroeder |







