New design renderings show a reworked atrium, terraced staircase, retail and event spaces, plus a major public sculpture and partnerships with local youth organizations. The building is slated to open to the public and employees in 2028.
The Thompson Center will be redeveloped into a publicly accessible hub with a re-opened atrium, a cascading grand staircase with terraced seating, and retail and dining for daily use and events.
Artist Sanford Biggers will install a 30-foot sculpture, Vector, using quilt-inspired glazed terracotta tiles that reference Illinois history and Underground Railroad motifs.
Google collaborated with Architecture Plus Information (A+I) on the architectural concept and partnered with After School Matters and A Better Chicago to fund student art projects and address chronic absenteeism.
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Biggers' sculpture reimagines traditional quilt patterns as a hyper-dynamic, tilted accordion structure that offers spaces for interaction and gathering. Our support will help community-based organizations on the ground provide vital services ensuring students have the support they need to stay engaged, attend school regularly, and reach their full potential. The new design features an activated atrium, a grand staircase, and a 30-foot sculpture by artist Sanford Biggers.
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