New Biz Office
Today I (Randal) set up a new office space in downtown Chicago. I set up my desk, organized files, telephone, established network connectivity and Internet access, synchronized my iPod, did paperwork, put up a picture of my family, etc.
It has been 10-15 years since I commuted downtown to work, first at 742 N. Wells, then in Printers Row. It took me about 45 minutes from door to door today (Oak Park) - not too bad.
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| Reception Area | Conference area near a Southeast window |
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| Kitchen and Dining Area | Training and meeting room |
Seeing our building today as I walked from the “El”, reminded me of a series of architectural illustrations I did back in the 1980’s for a group called “Friends of the Chicago River.” They did a study on how the Chicago River could be developed to become an amenity and asset to the City of Chicago, instead of remaining a blight. Much of what they recommended back then in their study, has since become a reality.
Here are some sketches I did for that study.
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| This one includes 333 W. Wacker Dr. - the green curved building on the right. | Chicago bridges illuminated at night - Randal Birkey |
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| The end of Rush Street at the Chicago River | This is what happens if you stand on your head too long. |
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