[JGMA - Grace Manor - COVER IMG] Affordable housing inspired by the legacy of Route 66 / Angie McMonigal

Grace Manor

Firm LocationChicago, United States
Project locationChicago, USA
CompanyJGMA
Lead ArchitectJuan Gabriel Moreno, AIA
Design TeamBurling Builders Inc., ML Structural PLLC, Site Design Group Itd, Callan Consulting Engineering Inc., Eva Design and Engineering LLC
ClientTyler Holland, East Lake Management and Development Corp.

Grace Manor is a transformative affordable housing development in Chicago’s Lawndale neighborhood. Inspired by the legacy of Route 66 and its context, the six-story, 65-unit building features a vibrant facade of colored bands, fritted glazing, and private terraces that create a dynamic identity rooted in place. Designed for families, it’s set back from the street to provide safe, landscape-integrated outdoor spaces for play and gathering. By combining high-quality housing, community-focused design, and a strong sense of place, Grace Manor serves as a catalyst for revitalization and opportunity