Michigan Plaza

Michigan Plaza comprises two office towers at 205 and 225 North Michigan Avenue with heights of 44 and 25 stories, featuring extensive glass facades and steel frames that define the streetscape. The complex houses over 20 restaurants within its lower levels and connects directly to the East Loop Pedway system.

The complex emerged as a modern development drawing its architectural approach from Ludwig Mies van der Rohe's principles, particularly through extensive use of glass and steel. It became the main entrance to Illinois Center, a large-scale office development that expanded in the same district.

The complex houses multiple diplomatic missions, including the Consulates General of Argentina, France, and the Czech Republic in its office spaces. This international presence turns the location into a hub where diplomats and business professionals regularly interact.

The site sits conveniently positioned between the Magnificent Mile and Millennium Park, making both easily accessible to visitors. Direct connection to the Pedway system enables easy navigation and provides weather protection while exploring the surrounding area.

The complex serves as the main entry point into Illinois Center, a sprawling office development spanning multiple blocks that represents one of the city's largest commercial undertakings. Visitors often overlook that entering these two towers places them at the gateway to this much larger interconnected network of structures.

Location: Chicago

Part of: Illinois Center

Website: https://michiganplaza.com

GPS coordinates: 41.88600,-87.62360

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:47