Plans for a new retail building were approved by the Plan Commission earlier this month. Located at 67 East Oak Street, the mid-block structure will replace an existing five-story building along the city’s highest-value retail corridor. The effort is being led by a local LLC along with the design firm Myefski Architects.
Site context map of 67 E Oak St by Myefski Architects
View of existing building via Sun Times
According to the Sun-Times, the developer originally explored remodeling the existing 12-tenant building before deciding to demolish it and start fresh. The move is in line with what has been happening along the corridor, with two-story new construction spaces aimed at a single tenant or brand, similar to the buildings on either side.
Floor plans of 67 E Oak St by Myefski Architects
Set to rise 35 feet in height, the building’s overall design will be relatively simple and feature an all-glass front façade framed by a thin black metal edge. Inside will be 5,960 square feet of space with a statement staircase to the second floor, an elevator, restrooms, and a small trash enclosure in the rear.
Section of 67 E Oak St by Myefski Architects
To ensure bird safety, the glass will include a slight etched pattern for visibility. The small building is expected to cost around $8.1 million to construct as a white box, meaning the future tenant will build out its own interior. Once all approvals are received, the team hopes to begin demolition at the start of 2026, with a targeted completion date of September 2027.
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