Katerina Stamatelou Architect

Chicago Midway 

Masterplan

 

In Complex Projects, Chicago Studio, the first quarter, we conducted a research on the location, regarding different aspects.

 

The urban characteristics were thoroughly studied in order to grasp the area of intervention.

 

The airport was regarded as an opportunity in order to create a “landmark for the area” and to establish a strong identity.

 

Engaging this peculiar situation instead of denying it was seen as the appropriate strategy.

 

The concept of Aerotropolis was considered a viable solution, as well as the implementation of anew technology: the Sky Car