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9/22/2021
The Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) has received one of AIA Illinois's highest architectural honors for the renovation of its historic Garfield Green Line station.
The 2021 AIA Illinois' Greatest Impact Award noted how the rail station combines form and function with art and architecture, making it a welcoming gateway to the Washington Park community on Chicago's south side, CTA officials said in a press release.
CTA's Green Gateway project involved a $43 million renovation of the station.
The resulting architectural enhancements include extended station platform canopies to provide more shelter; upgraded platform accessibility; improved elevators and escalators; and striking public art by acclaimed Chicago artist, Nick Cave.
The Garfield 'L' station — one of the oldest rail stations in the country — dates back to 1892 and originally served the World’s Columbian Exposition. Today, it includes two station houses, one currently serving present-day commuters, while the other is the restored, original station house that the city of Chicago designated as an historic landmark in 2001 and now serves as a community-based arts facility.
The recent AIA distinction marks the third major architectural award won by CTA for its Garfield Gateway station.