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Posted by admin | April 30, 2010 | No Comments » |
Stop by the Lakeshore East Sales Gallery, 430 E. Waterside Drive on Tuesday, May 4th from 6:00 - 7:30pm for the Stella & Dot Trunk Show! 10% of all sales will be donated to the Northwester Brain Tumor Institute! www.stelladot.com. Refreshments will be served and provided by the Lakeshore East Young Professionals. RSVP: Vcasciano@LakeshoreEast.com.
Posted by admin | April 29, 2010 | No Comments » |
Some of the most desired real estate in the city has to be Gold Coast Chicago condos. The Gold Coast neighborhood is known for its luxury high-rise condos, beach access, storied history and beautiful architecture. Even if you don’t choose to live in the Gold Coast, anyone who lives the luxury lifestyle knows the area and its offerings.
The history of the Gold Coast area is integral to its exclusivity. It has been one of the select places to live in Chicago since the city’s origination. Now, the area is defined by its borders on North Avenue and Division Street on the north, Lake Michigan on the east, Chicago Avenue on the south and Clark and Franklin Streets on the west.
During the late 1800s and after the great Chicago fire, the area began to see the mansions of many wealthy Chicago families because of its proximity to Lake Shore Drive and the beach. A neighborhood of prominent families and recognizable homes made the area’s real estate highly valued. Potter Palmer and James Charnley, two of the richest men in the country in the late 1800s, built mansions in the area. The Charnley-Persky House, designed by Frank Lloyd Wright and Louis Sullivan, still stands and you can tour the historic home.
While there are still some single-family homes in the area, the real estate in the neighborhood now consists mostly of luxury condos, high-rise developments and townhomes. One of the most affluent neighborhoods in the country, it is a very safe, beautiful and comfortable place to live in Chicago.
With affluent residents and highly-priced homes, you can expect that incredible shopping will follow. From luxury brand locations to upscale boutiques, the Gold Coast is a known shopping destination in Chicago. Louis Vuitton, Hermes, Prada, Gucci, Chanel and Harry Winston are just some of the recognizable names you’ll find in the Gold Coast.
For food, you can eat at Oprah’s favorite fine dining location, Table Fifty-Two. Chef Art Smith brings upscale class to Southern soul food in a perfect mix of taste and flavor. Tavern On Rush is another well-known name on the Chicago dining scene, located in the Gold Coast. Rated the best outdoor dining in Chicago, you can dine on traditional American and steakhouse-style cuisine in the famous eatery. Stop by Luxbar for a weekend brunch or after work– it’s known for amazing cocktails, an upscale atmosphere and the quality of service to go with it. While you’ll find mostly upscale dining in the Gold Coast area, you won’t find anything to complain about.
And finally, Oak Street Beach is wonderful in the spring and summer, but beach paths and public parks make it a great asset all year round. Whether you are a runner, biker or just an admirer of nature, immediate access to the beach and waterfront adds value to the real estate and lifestyle of the Gold Coast.
Luxury, prime location and a sense of cache means that the Gold Coast is a good place to live in or near. If you are seeking the luxury lifestyle in Chicago, you’ll want to have access to the famous neighborhood from your own condo or townhome.
Posted by admin | April 27, 2010 | No Comments » |
Nowadays, River North is one of the hottest ‘hoods in Chicago. Famous for its art galleries and nightlife, it has had one of the largest population booms of all Chicago neighborhoods in recent years.
In fact, according to the Chicago Tribune, “The Near North Chicago neighborhood has 25,000 new residents occupying 10,000 new housing units built since 2000. Along with them have come offices, hotels, eateries, clubs, art galleries and shops. The central location makes whatever isn’t there an easy walk or cab ride away.”
But real estate in this Chicago neighborhood hasn’t always been so desirable. Keep reading to find out more about the history of the area and what it has going on now.
The roughly 10-block area considered River North real estate used to be an industrial area in the city that subsequently became the Warehouse District. In the 1970s, the warehouses started to close, and the large, vacant buildings drew writers and artists to the area. The spacious, open buildings were perfect for creative work.
As artists moved in, so did the art galleries and show rooms of these crafts. Slowly, the area became full of culture and livelihood, but even today, it retains some urban grittiness that home-seekers in the city look for. River North real estate isn’t suburban condos replicated in the city– even with new construction condo developments and luxury dining and shopping, it is still an edgy neighborhood in the Near North Side of Chicago.
With an urban edge and plenty of real estate options in the neighborhood and close by, this culturally enriched neighborhood is a great place to start your real estate search. As your city home or your city getaway, living close to River North gives you access to many of the best features that Chicago offers.
Posted by admin | April 27, 2010 | No Comments » |
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Posted by admin | April 27, 2010 | No Comments » |
Read about Lakeshore East’s pet-friendly accommations including our award-winning dog park, services and dog welcome areas as reported by the Chicago Tribune. Chicago Tribune Story by Leslie Mann
Posted by admin | April 26, 2010 | No Comments » |
The Park at Lakeshore East recently was highlighted as a great pet friendly community. Read the attached link to learn more!
http://www.chicagotribune.com/news/ct-home-0423-pet-condos-20100423,0,6678749.story
Posted by admin | April 20, 2010 | No Comments » |
Lakeshore East Book Club
2nd Wednesday of the month
6:30pm – 8:00pm
Wine and dessert will be served
May, 12th – 6:30pm – Location: Aqua 3rd floor (ask for Book Club)
Book: The Big Short: Inside the Doomsday Machine, by Michael Lewis
June 9th – 6:30pm – Location: Aqua 3rd floor (ask for Book Club)
Book: A Year in Provence, by Peter Mayle
July – No Book Club
August, 11th – 6:30pm – Location: Aqua 3rd floor (ask for Book Club)
Book: The Wild Things, by Dave Eggers
September, 8th – 6:30pm – Location: Lakeshore East Sales Gallery
Book: Gang Leader for a Day, by Sudhir Venkatesh
October, 13th – 6:30pm – Location: Lakeshore East Sales Gallery
Book: Snow Flower and the Secret Fan, by Lisa See
For questions or to secure your spot email Community Relations Director, Vanessa Casciano: Events@LakeshoreEast.com
Posted by admin | April 15, 2010 | No Comments » |
As spring progresses and summer approaches, you might find yourself getting into the green mood! Good weather can make you throw open the windows and let natural light in, create a new desire to garden and inspire you to update your home’s decor. But how can you accomplish these green improvements in the urban setting of Chicago condos?
Well, we’ve gathered some home projects that you can achieve in any Chicago condo that will update your interior while also staying conscious of the earth.
1. Start a small garden. This is the most fun project for this time of year. Planting a garden gets you back in touch with nature, lets you grow your own edibles and fills your home with pretty plant-life. And while you may be thinking you don’t have the space for it in your condo, there are some creative ways to incorporate a small garden into an urban condo.
Try a “mini-farm box” just outside one of your windows planted with tomato or pepper plants. Plant herbs in old soda bottles– just cut of the top of a plastic 20 oz. bottle and fill it with potting mix. You can group the bottles in a larger pot or planter, or hang them along a balcony railing. If you’re bad with remembering to water or pick your plants, try potting a few low-maintenance succulents. They can survive in many climates, indoors or outdoors.
Try a hanging planter indoors if you’re working with a small space. Hanging plants can add some green to your home and utilize some unused space in your condo.
2. Install a recycled light fixture. A great way to change the feel of your interior decor without actually making a huge change is to update your lighting. And surprisingly, there are a ton of green options on the light fixture market. Check out the ones below, made from recycled glass jars and milk bottles, and search out your own in Chicago. And make sure you fit them with energy-efficient compact fluorescent light bulbs!
3. Support a green designer. When going green in the home, it doesn’t all have to be DIY! You can always support green, sustainable designers by buying their goods. Start with Plover for organic bedding, Graypants for recycled light fixtures and Revision Home for vintage furniture and recycled homestuffs.
4. Green up your office. There are lots of ways to make your home office more energy-efficient. Using power strips that you can turn off or unplugging appliances when they aren’t in use can prevent them from leaching small amounts of electricity while in their “off” mode. Setting your computer to energy-saving power settings helps save electricity, too. You can buy recycled tech accessories, like these laptop sleeves, and you should always make sure you are recycling batteries, ink cartridges and other tech stuff properly.
5. Incorporate recycled materials. Whether you are incorporating recycled wood or stone into your floors, a piece of furniture or a kitchen backsplash, repurposing old construction materials into a new home makes a statement both about your style and your sustainability. If you are planning to undertake a remodeling project, consider using materials recycled from an old home or construction site.
6. Use green products and ideas in your entertaining. Spring and summertime bring outdoor barbecues, pool parties and lots of other entertaining opportunities. By using biodegradable dishware and decorations, serving local and organic food and making sure to recycle afterward, you can make your get-together a little greener. Try little things like reusing rubber bands to distinguish people’s beers, making tiki-torches from old wine bottles or encouraging guests to carpool.
7. Green your move. If you are moving into a Chicago condo, you can go green from the get-go by making your move as green as possible. Reassess what you really need– by selling or giving away stuff you don’t use or need, you can limit the number of trips you have to take to move your things. Pack old boxes instead of buying new ones. Trying using biodegradable packing materials instead of styrofoam peanuts or plastic bubble wrap. If you do have to use plastic bubble wrap, try one of these ways to reuse it after your move!
8. Update your decor with recycled stuff. Maybe spring cleaning has gotten you in the mood to update your decor. Instead of going out and buying new accessories for your home, shop flea markets, thrift stores and craft fairs to find cool stuff to refresh your home style. Old bottles, street signs, advertisements and china dishware can make for cool home accessories or art and don’t need much alteration to add flair to your existing furniture.
9. Get rid of some of your stuff, in a green way! Even if you aren’t planning a move, going through your belongings and seeing what you can toss is an exercise in green living. Give away old clothes to those who need them, recycle or give away old electronics that take up space and power in your condo, and recycle or find uses for those old grocery bags you’ve been saving. Not only will a de-cluttered pad give you some peace of mind, it can also help others and contribute to a green society.
10. Participate in Earth Hour. Finally, you might have participated in Earth Hour on March 29, 2010, but we suggest you take part in Earth Hour as often as you can. Setting aside an hour every weekend where you can shut off all your electric appliances and lights might be good for your soul as well as your utility bills!
Posted by tricia | April 15, 2010 | No Comments » |
Renters buy time to purchase home, Chicago Tribune RentBuy Feature Story
Posted by admin | April 9, 2010 | No Comments » |
The luxury lifestyle is something that everyone would love to ensure for themselves, and Magellan Development Group’s RentBUY program is making this possible for our residents and potential renters.
Maybe you want to test the waters in your new apartment before you buy in one of our buildings. Maybe you think you might have to relocate in a few years but still want your rent to be an investment should you stay in Chicago. Maybe you aren’t ready to put down a down payment and have a mortgage. Whatever your situation, you can make the best of renting an apartment in one of our Lakeshore East buildings by enrolling in our RentBuy program.
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