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Posted by admin | September 3, 2010 | No Comments » |
August brings the start of term for most schools, but the summer heat still stretches on in Chicago! For those of us whose schedules aren’t dictated by the first day of class, there is still some sunny weather to take advantage of before fall officially arrives.
For renters of downtown, Navy Pier is right on the southern border of the neighborhood and readily accessible from your downtown home. Navy Pier has tons of events and attractions that are perfect warm-weather activities. Especially if you have gotten your fill of beach volleyball and Castaway’s, a trip to a different part of Chicago’s coastline is a great idea. With kids back in school, Navy Pier won’t be as crowded and you can enjoy yourself at a leisurely pace.
Make sure to take advantage of your location nearby Streeterville and Navy Pier’s many features before the beautiful summer weather is gone!
Navy Pier’s Summer Musts
Navy Pier brings a festive summer atmostphere to the area south of Streeterville. Apartment renters nearby must swing down to Navy Pier to check out the following activities before cooler weather arrives:
Fireworks – Navy Pier’s fireworks can be seen every Wednesday and Saturday until Halloween from downtown apartment balconies and rooftops. Plan for cocktails on the porch and a viewing of the fireworks if you live in apartments within viewing distance of Navy Pier—then check out some of the lively nightlife nearby!
Pier Park – Pier Park is the main outdoor attraction at Navy Pier and the best one to get you out of your downtown apartment. The famous Ferris wheel, a musical carousel, the wave swinger, 18 holes of miniature golf, and rentable remote control boats are all a part of the fun! On a pretty day, take in Chicago skyline views in a whole new way on the rides of Pier Park.
Aeroballoon – Or, for even better views, hitch a ride on the seasonal Aeroballoon. Only anchored at Navy Pier for the summer months, the Aeroballoon takes you 350 feet above Chicago’s shoreline in a helium balloon ride. The balloon is 60 feet in diameter and can take you up for breathtaking, panoramic views of Lake Michigan and the city.
Speedboat Tours – Seadogs I, II, and IV, the bright yellow speedboats you see patrolling Lake Michigan, can take you on a thrilling 30-minute ride or leisurely architecture tour departing from Navy Pier. Or, for the more daring, the new Seadog Extreme will take you on a 30-minute wet and wild ride, include 360-degree spins, slalom runs and certain splashing!
Outdoor Shows and Concerts – While the IMAX may be inside, some of Navy Pier’s best entertaining happens outside at its pavilion theaters. Free shows for kids, performances by Cirque Shanghai and many other summer events can be fun and exciting for the whole family. If it rains, you can always try the Shakespeare Theater or the IMAX movie theater for some indoor entertainment.
Beer Garden – The Beer Garden at Navy Pier gives you a waterfront seat to relax, enjoy a beer and eat a meal, and the Bud Light Stage at the Beer Garden brings some of the best musical acts to the city in the summer. Enjoying a beer garden atmosphere while on some of the city’s prime lakefront real estate, with views of the Lake and skyline? Sounds ideal—but only until Labor Day. Admission is free.
So whether you are a renter of downtown Chicago apartments, a Chicagoan who has never been to Navy Pier, or someone new to Chicago—don’t write off Navy Pier as just another tourist destination that you will get around to seeing sometime. Summer is the time to go explore one of Chicago’s best attractions, that is luckily located right on the south end of the Streeterville neighborhood. Once the cold winds start to blow, you’ll be glad you have warm memories of your Navy Pier trip to get you through the winter!
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Posted by admin | September 3, 2010 | No Comments » |
Living in a Chicago condo near the Gold Coast is a dream for some, but for those already living the dream, what’s a great way to explore Chicago outside of your condo home? Try planning a “staycation,” or a vacation in your home city. After all, Chicago is one of the best destinations in the United States—why shouldn’t you be a tourist in your own town?
Here are a few of the interesting events and destinations you may have missed around the Gold Coast. Downtown condos can be luxurious, but you may need to set aside a few days for exploring outside of your usual neighborhood! Both in your own neighborhood and in nearby areas, the exciting attractions of Chicago await!
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Gold Coast Destinations for Your Chicago “Staycation”
Tea Gschwendner - Over-caffeinated and sick of the local Starbucks? Then, try Tea Gschwendner, a specialty teashop in the Gold Coast. Knowledgeable staff that loves to help you smell and sample various loose-leaf teas make this a fun and calming place to shop and grab a drink. Escape the hustle and bustle of early morning coffee trips on your “staycation,” and peruse hundreds of flavors of teas at the this European import to Chicago’s Gold Coast.
Sutton Place Hotel – If it’s time to change locales from your downtown Chicago condo for the weekend, try the Sutton Place Hotel also in the Gold Coast. The boutique hotel on Rush Street boasts huge comfy rooms, relaxing luxury bathrooms with deep soaking tubs and immediate access to all the best dining and nightlife of Rush Street. The perfect starting place for a relaxing or exciting Chicago “staycation”!
Pump Room – Chicago has a storied Hollywood history, and the Pump Room is at its core. Frank Sinatra and the Rat Pack, Liza Minelli and Phil Collins all factor into the fame of the Pump Room—just ask the staff for stories! If you live in a dowtown Chicago condo near the Gold Coast and haven’t made your way to this historic spot, it’s finally time. Swanky interiors and a “casually smart” ambiance complement light fare and classic cocktails. A perfect start or end to a Chicago “staycation” evening happens here.
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International Museum of Surgical Science – Often overshadowed by Chicago’s many famous museums like the MCA, Art Institute and Field Museum, the IMSS is a nearby attraction you should definitely take advantage of if you live near the Gold Coast. Chicago condo residents who aren’t medicine buffs will still enjoy the interesting exhibits inside the IMSS. Simply the museum’s setting, a historic lakefront mansion in the Gold Coast, is worth the visit. Artifacts, art and instruments of medicine from the past five centuries will wow you and make you thankful for our modern techniques!
Posted by admin | August 5, 2010 | No Comments » |
At Magellan Development Group, we are known for giving the residents of our properties amazing amenities such as pristine pools and accommodating fitness centers, as well as an extraordinary location in the heart of downtown Chicago. But now in addition to this, architect Jeanne Gang has helped us uncover a way to bring our beautiful Chicago townhomes into the exciting world of local art.
She and her team have recently completed the design for the interior of one of Aqua Tower’s nine park-level townhomes, which now doubles as an art gallery highlighting the pieces of seven Chicago artists. These artists include Rodney Carswell, Jeffrey Cote, Dan Devening, Jin Lee, Christine Tarkowski, Fraser Taylor and Lonney White, each of whom was chosen based on their strong connection to the Chicago art world.
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Posted by admin | August 4, 2010 | No Comments » |
Overlooking Lake Michigan, Millennium Park, and an area full of high-end shopping already gives our new construction Chicago condos for sale an air of luxury. But the close proximity to fantastic nightlife and entertainment venues in addition gives our condos an edge over all others.
There are always amazing shows playing at the many Broadway-style theatres in Chicago’s famed theatre district. The Chicago Theatre, The Cadillac Palace Theatre, and the Oriental Theatre rotate between wonderful ensembles of local actors to traveling Broadway casts performing some of today’s biggest hits.
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Posted by admin | August 3, 2010 | No Comments » |
While the market for Chicago condos for sale has been a roller coaster over the past few years, downtown Chicago condos — primarily those found in new luxury towers like Aqua — are consistently selling well. According to an article in July’s issue of Chicago Magazine, the reason for the great sales in high-end condo towers is “timing, timing, timing.” Homeowners who were looking to buy in the luxury market a few years reserved spots in new condo towers that were under construction. Instead of capitalizing on low prices caused by the market fallout, these luxury buyers opted to wait for the towers to be completed for their prime locations and value.
So while timing is certainly a factor, we think the luxury amenities of downtown Chicago condos are the most important part of bringing buyers to the Loop! Buyers looking for one-of-a-kind amenities in a new building are buying now– and here’s why!
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Many people think of Chicago apartments for rent as the type of property that a young, single person would live in. However, Chicago luxury apartments provide distinct benefits for people at any phase of life: single adults, couples, families or seniors! With their ideal amenities and location, luxury apartments in downtown Chicago might be a great choice for you– here are a few reasons why!
Most young adults consider apartments because they are generally aren’t prepared to buy a home. Whether you don’t know exactly where you want to live in Chicago, you aren’t financially ready to buy a home or you just want the flexibility of a lease, an apartment is a great choice.
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Posted by admin | July 8, 2010 | No Comments » |
The residences in Magellan’s Lakeshore East development are well known for their amenities, like community swimming pools and gyms, but it’s the open spaces in Lakeshore East that make the Chicago townhomes for sale here so special. This development has carved out a six-acre oasis for Lakeshore East residents to enjoy the outdoors without having to leave their downtown neighborhood.
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Posted by admin | July 7, 2010 | No Comments » |
Residents of our Chicago apartments know that living in a green building is about more than just square feet of open space or dollars saved on energy bills. Living in a green building, with access to beautiful urban gardens and parks, takes your home from being just your apartment space and expands your sense of home to include the whole neighborhood.
Although the green experience can’t be summed up by strictly numbers, we still thought it might be helpful to compile facts on our green community in one place. Here’s Lakeshore East, by the numbers!
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Posted by admin | July 6, 2010 | No Comments » |
If you read this Chicago Tribune article, you’ve noticed that our Chicago condos for sale are pet friendly. But Lakeshore East’s pet friendly lifestyle is so much more than just letting you keep pets in our buildings– our whole development has amenities for your furry friends! So while you’re living the luxury lifestyle at a Lakeshore East development, don’t forget that your pet can, too.
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Posted by admin | July 6, 2010 | No Comments » |
When we discuss green options for our Aqua Chicago condos, we often bring up the sustainable, green product that we use for our flooring– bamboo. What exactly makes bamboo a green construction product, and why is it a great alternative to hardwood floors? We’ll elaborate more on why LEED likes it and why we like it.
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