Committee on Design

Third Places – Architecture that Belongs to Everyone

This spring, the Committee on Design turned its attention to Chicago—the “Second City” that stands proud and plays second fiddle to none. Shaped by its lake, river, and canals, Chicago’s waterways have long influenced how the city functions, grows, and connects with its people. We were excited to open the conference with an iconic architectural boat tour, offering a uniquely Chicago perspective on design, infrastructure, and civic life.