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WHA Completes Refresh at 200 S. Wacker

Wright Heerema Architects (WHA) recently completed the repositioning for 200 S. Wacker, including a lobby renovation and exterior refresh to help distinguish the office building from its neighbors. The 2,400-square-foot, four-story-tall lobby plus exterior canopy work provides a distinctive entry into the property.

For decades, 200 S. Wacker’s northeast entrance blended in all too well with its environment. In 2019, the new building ownership and management team sought to better align the entrance experience with the building’s premier Loop location

“By bringing in more light—both natural light through the glass canopy as well as dynamic interior lighting—we were able to create a standout entry experience for building tenants and visitors alike,” said WHA principal Dan Elkins.  

WHA and building owner 200 South Wacker IL LLC partnered with property manager Manulife Investment, brokerage Stream Realty, general contractor Pepper Construction, structural engineers Klein & Hoffman, and MEP engineers Kent Consulting. 

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