CHICAGO — The Shops at North Bridge will undergo a multi-million-dollar reinvestment that will reposition the Michigan Avenue property at the gateway to Chicago’s Magnificent Mile. The multi-phase restoration will introduce a new street presence, hospitality-inspired interiors and a reimagined mix of retail and dining. Construction is scheduled to begin this month, with retailers remaining open throughout the phased redevelopment process. The project cost is $40 million, according to Crain’s Chicago Business. At the center of the project is a transformation of the property’s Michigan Avenue entrance designed by ParkFowler Plus. A new glass façade will feature a large-format, backlit LED archway display with a digital art installation. Updated tenant signage and architectural enhancements will further elevate the property’s street presence, while Nordstrom’s flagship location will remain a central component of the design. The property’s secondary entrance at Grand Avenue and Rush Street will also undergo significant upgrades, including an additional digital display, enhanced lighting, modernized finishes, improved wayfinding and a more visible tenant directory. Inside, the central atrium will be transformed into a hospitality-driven gathering space anchored by a suspended sculptural installation and a future bar and lounge concept. As part of the broader repositioning efforts, a new merchandising …
