Albion Evanston - Evanston IL

Ground-level view of Albion Evanston, showing the building's exterior and street context in downtown Evanston.

Albion Evanston is a multi-unit residential high-rise that anchors the Sherman Avenue shopping district in downtown Evanston. Designed by Hartshorne Plunkard, the distinctive curved structure efficiently uses a narrow, triangular lot, while its form alludes to the motion of the nearby transit line and of Lake Michigan. A three-story masonry base integrates with the surrounding urban fabric, while the tower above is set back to maintain a low-rise scale at street level. Photographing the tall building in its dense urban context required careful vantage point selection and forecasting to minimize shadows from adjacent structures.

 
Detail view of the entrance to Albion Evanston.
Full exterior view of Albion Evanston from the south.
Aerial detail view of Albion Evanston, showcasing the building's distinctive curved facade
View of the south plaza at Albion Evanston, with people walking nearby.
View of the entrance to Albion Evanston, with pedestrians.
Aerial overview of Albion Evanston, showing its context within downtown Evanston and proximity to Lake Michigan.
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