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AIA Chicago Transform Program

LBBA is thrilled to participate in this year’s AIA Chicago Transform program. Program Co-Chair Matthew McGrane moderated the Module 3 panel discussion on Ownership, with Dan Wheeler (Wheeler Kearns), Jennifer Park (ParkFowler Plus), Monica Chadha (Civic Projects), and our own Jeff Bone (LBBA). Participants left the session energized by the inspirational insights of these firm…

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On the Lawn: Presented by The National Public Housing Museum and WBEZ Chicago

We’re so pleased to sponsor On the Lawn: Hosted by Roxanne Shanté with Music by DJ Spinderella this summer on 8/25 in Millennium Park!  The National Public Housing Museum and WBEZChicago are presenting this FREE concert featuring artists with meaningful connections to public housing, including: ⭐️ Roxanne Shanté ⭐️ DJ Spinderella  ⭐️ Isaiah Sharkey  ⭐️…

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LBBA is seeking a Project Architect/Designer

PROJECT ARCHITECT / DESIGNER WITH 5-10 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE   We are seeking a talented Project Architect/ Designer with excellent design, communication, and technical skills to join our team. The candidate should have experience working on larger, multi-unit housing projects and knowledge of the Chicago Zoning Code and Planned Development process. The position requires familiarity and…

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Groundbreaking Celebration — The Anchor at Mariners Inn

LBBA was delighted to celebrate the groundbreaking for The Anchor at Mariners Inn. The project has been in the works for a while and the excitement surrounding this significant development was communicated throughout speeches from Detroit’s mayor, Mike Duggan, the director of MSHDA, and other board members, staff, and clients of Mariners Inn. The Mariners…

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South Suburban Senior Housing Apartments Ribbon Cutting

South Suburban Senior Housing Apartments in downtown Harvey, also known as the YMCA building, had its celebratory ribbon cutting last Thursday. Mayor Christopher Clark, Toni Preckwinkle, POAH’s Vice President of Real Estate Development for the Midwest Region, Bill Eager, and residents spoke, while many other HUD, POAH, and community members were there to show support.…

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April Baby Shower

March showers bring spring and summer babies. Congratulations to Alexis, Ashley, and Jennifer. We can’t wait to welcome more babies to the LBBA family!

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Women’s History Month: Maya Angelou

As Women’s History Month comes to an end, we’re taking the opportunity to highlight Maya Angelou, an author, poet, and civil rights activist whose words have inspired generations. One of her best-known writings, “I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings,” is a pivotal autobiography that explores her early life and experiences with racism and trauma.…

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Firebird Community Arts

We had so much fun at Firebird Community Arts’ hot shop yesterday, where we got the chance to craft glass-blown paperweights and bowls with the help of the Firebird artists. Firebird Community Arts is a wonderful organization that supports individuals through two fire-based art forms, glass blowing and ceramics. Their signature program, Project FIRE, is…

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March Lunch & Learn: Design Committee

One of our favorite parts about being back in the office? Our lunch & Learns, especially if pizza is involved. This week, the Design Committee led an office-wide charrette to gather new ideas for a current project. This not only brought a fresh perspective for the team working on the building, but it gave the…

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Women’s History Month: Lucy Gonzalez Parsons

Today’s highlight for Women’s History Month — Lucy Gonzalez Parsons. A fierce activist and leading figure in the early Chicago labor movement, Parsons is known for her striking prose and unwavering political efforts. Parsons fought for the rights of the poor and disenfranchised by rallying people to stand up against the oppressive economic system that…

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