chi-1-N-DEARBORNnew trophy towersWright Heerema Architects123 N. WackerChicagoBears1 N. Dearborndraw new tenantsEuromonitorInternationalRogerHeeremaAs youtalk with building owners who are planning redevelopments, what aretheir expected outcomes? Roger Heerema:It seemsthere is an amenities race underway as building owners strive totop each other with the coolest amenities. What are some of themost unique amenities you've seen recently? RH:For building ownerswith a limited budget, where should they focus their investment toget the most bang for their buck? RH:As architects, are there any amenities orfeatures that you advise owners to stay away from—things that mightsound appealing but simply aren't practical? RH:What are some of the biggest challenges you mustovercome when redeveloping an older building? RH:What are your tips for a successfulredevelopment that truly differentiates a property? RH:What's the next big thing yousee in redevelopment?RH:

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Brian J. Rogal

Brian J. Rogal is a Chicago-based freelance writer with years of experience as an investigative reporter and editor, most notably at The Chicago Reporter, where he concentrated on housing issues. He also has written extensively on alternative energy and the payments card industry for national trade publications.