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PHOTOGRAPHY BY JORGE GERA PHOTOGRAPHY 737 N. Michigan Ave., Ste. 1800, 312-640-7010; bairdwarner.com BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOME SERVICES KOENIGRUBLOFF REALTY GROUP Whether you're in the market to buy or sell, this major real estate brokerage firm is of the world's most highly regarded— and a magnet for in-hot-demand multimillion-dollar Chicago listings. 980 N. Michigan Ave., Ste. 900, 312-284- 3500; berkshirehathawayhs.com COLDWELL BANKER A respected name in real estate for more than 100 years, this global network boasts 3,000 independently operated broker offices in nearly 50 countries and territories, all with the aim of "fulfilling the dream of home" for buyers and sellers around the world. 1840 N. Clark St., 773-517-6585; coldwellbankerhomes.com CONLON/CHRISTIE'S INTERNATIONAL REAL ESTATE With six offices throughout Chicagoland, this boutique brokerage firm established by "The Deed" star Sean Conlon is a force in luxury real estate in neighborhoods across the city, the North Shore, and the Western suburbs. 2044 W. Roscoe St., 312-733- 7201; conlonrealestate.com JAMESON SOTHEBY'S INTERNATIONAL REALTY This celebrated Chicago/North Shore affiliate of the Sotheby's International Realty Global Network offers a expansive portfolio of luxury properties and a decades-long reputation for excellence. 55 E. Erie St., 312-837- 1111; 425 W. North Ave., 312-751-0300; 100 E. Station St., Barrington, 847-381-7100; 2934 Central St., Evanston, 847-869-7300; 586 Lincoln Ave., Winnetka, 847-716- 5152; jamesonsir.com LOFTS AT RIVER EAST In a prime location within strolling distance of Navy Pier and Michigan Avenue and boasting amenities like the 10,000-square-foot rooftop SkyDeck, these spacious apartments overlooking the Chicago River are one of Streeterville's most tantalizing luxury rentals. 445 E. Illinois St., 312-854- 1818; theloftsatrivereast.com NEW NEXT APARTMENTS The latest luxe rental tower to hit the Chicago market, this 310-unit, 28-story project from industry vets Fifield Realty Corp. boasts luxe features like an outdoor pool, spa, and sun terrace; gaming arcade; and a state-of-the-art fitness club with indoor/outdoor yoga studio—all in a prime River North location. 347 W. Chestnut St., 312-361- 3199; nextapts.com THE PARKER FULTON MARKET The latest in luxe Chicago apartment living, this gleaming 29-story tower in the sizzling-hot Fulton Market District offers immediate access to the city's premier dining neighborhood, plus amenities like floor-to-ceiling glass; a sun terrace with pool, daybeds and fire pit; gym with yoga studio; and a penthouse lounge with city views. 730 W. Couch Pl., 312-600-4250; theparkerchicago.com VISTA TOWER RESIDENCES At 1,186 feet and a cost of $1 billion, this Jeanne Gang-designed architectural marvel is set to become the city's third tallest building. The latest achievement in Magellan Development Group's Lakeshore East master plan, the building will be comprised of a five-star hotel as well as Vista residences starting at $1 million for a one-bedroom apartment. Sales office: 375 E. Wacker Dr.; vistatowerchicago.com 40th anniversary gala. 219 N. Paulina St., 312-442-0887; eventcreative.com KEHOE DESIGNS Tom Kehoe's full-service event design company pulls out all the stops for see-it-to-believe-it soirées at venues all over town—including Kehoe's own astonishing new 25,000-square-foot venue The Geraghty, featuring 22-foot ceilings, in-house liquor license, and Wi-Fi for up to 1,000 devices. 2555 S. Leavitt St., 312-421-0030; kehoedesigns.com PARAMOUNT EVENTS With an emphasis on all things local and the goal of bringing restaurant- quality food to every event, this respected caterer headed by Jodi Fyfe and Tony Pontillo crafts inventive creations like squash and leek fritters and bite-sized fish and chips for weddings, galas, corporate events, and a variety of other social gatherings. 1932 W. Lake St., 773-880-8044; paramounteventschicago.com SOUND INVESTMENT From sound, lighting, and video to design and installation, the team of engineers, artists, and consultants at this Chicago-born company—which has expanded to New York, Miami, Los Angeles, and Las Vegas—bring events of all kinds to life. 1438 W. Kinzie St., 800-720-8545; soundinvestmentav.com REAL ESTATE @PROPERTIES Founders Michael Golden and Thaddeus Wong have built this award-winning Chicago-based firm into the top independent real estate brokerage firm in Illinois and one of the country's top 12 residential brokers. 618 W. Fulton St., 312-491-0200; atproperties.com BAIRD & WARNER Chicago-grown since 1855, this real estate company offers an array of services in the luxury market, from home buying and selling to relocation services, title services and mobility solutions across the Chicagoland area. WHO: Cofounder of @properties MY NEIGHBORHOOD: "Lincoln Park. Great schools, lots of coffee, open space, and close to the lake." FAVORITE NEW PLACE: "Soho House (113 N. Green St., 312-521-8000; sohohousechicago.com). It has a young, creative, and inclusive vibe pushing the envelope." GO-TO CHICAGO SPOT: "Floriole (1220 W. Webster Ave., 773-883-1313; floriole.com). There is nothing you can order that's not fabulous." HIDDEN GEM: "Alfred Caldwell Lily Pool (lincolnparkconservancy.org). Peace and tranquility 50 feet from the noise [of Lincoln Park]." FAVORITE PIECE OF ARCHITECTURE: "The Tribune Building (435 N. Michigan Ave.). Incredible history, architecture, and location." SPRINGTIME LOVE: "The people. Everyone celebrates life all over again." THREE THINGS EVERY CHICAGO VISITOR SHOULD DO: "Sing "The Star Spangled Banner" at a Blackhawks game with Jim Cornelison; find a place to be still and watch our city move; help a Chicagoan who can't help themselves." ‒ Secret Source ‒ THADDEUS WONG The SOURCE: SPACE 132 MICHIGANAVEMAG.COM