Bugaj Architects worked with Polish Triangle Coalition in 2017 on a design for an urban oasis that would attract residents, visitors and foodservice vendors. Read more about our vision for Polish Triangle revitalization.
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Milwaukee Avenue viewA Blue Line entry canopy is paired with a lighted steel trellis defining the triangle.
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Division Street viewThe lighted trellis draws pedestrians into the plaza and its wayfinding signage.
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Blue Line entranceTrees poke through the extended station canopy. The CTA envisions an enlarged triangle with exit escalator and elevator.
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PanoramaThe Nelson Algren circle provides views of Wicker Park, East Village, Noble Square and Pulaski Park.
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Transit schedules inform riders along the Milwaukee Avenue bike path.
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SouthBench seating extends from synthetic rocks throughout the Triangle.
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SoutheastDisplay panels orient visitors to neighborhood attractions. Quotes running on a metal grid are by Marie Curie Sklodowska and other notable figures.
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EastWaterfalls retain the fountain's water sounds.
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NorthThe fountain is removed, while retaining the Nelson Algren quote, to allow a large center space for activities.
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TwilightLighting from a trellis extends Polish Triangle activity to evening hours.
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MapA map orients pedestrians at Division Street. CorTen steel sculptures suggest the standing figures of Polish artist Magdalena Abakanowicz.
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ArialThe Milwaukee Avenue bus lane is reduced to expand the plaza.