Amenities
A wide range of shared resources, both inside and out, come together to create a community of exciting, sustainable innovation.
- Lobby
- Conference Rooms
- Passenger & Freight Elevators
- 24/7 Security
- Drive-in Access Options
- On-Site Parking
- High Speed Siemens EV Chargers
- Lockable Interior and Exterior Bike Storage
- Rideshare Drop Off
- Hydroponic Garden
- Green Walkways
- Public and Private Roof Decks
- Courtyard
- Picnic Areas
Features
The Terminal offers the latest in utilities, internet, and electrical, making it an ideal location for physical tech and natural science research.
- Fiber Connectivity & High Speed Data
- 8” Fire Protection Service & 1000 HP Pump
- Gas Service with at Least 2# Pressure
- New Domestic Water and Sanitary Plumbing Services
- Low Flow Automatic Plumbing Fixtures
- 3000A / 480V Electrical in Buildings A and B, with Modular Meter Banks
- HVAC/Ventilation Flexibility
- Built-in Redundancy with Room for Increased Capacity
- Secured Interior Chemical Storage
- LED Lighting
- Occupancy/Vacancy Sensors
- Controlled Testing Environments
- Sound & Vibration Attenuation
- Insulated Skylights and Glazing with Low-E Coating
- R-30 TPO Roofs
- High Efficiency RTUs
- 300,000 Gallon Underground Storm Detention System
- 360° Exterior Camera Coverage, Interior Monitoring, and a 911 Panic Button
- Automated Patrol Robot by Knightscope
The Team
The
Progress
We have come a long way since The Terminal’s construction began in 2020. Here’s a quick look at some of our progress.
The
History
Built by the venerable Pyle National Company, known for keeping America’s railroads lit for decades, The Terminal’s new home is nothing if not a reminder of Chicago’s innovative heritage. Motivating us today is the opportunity to keep that legacy alive. Check out the timeline below to see more about what that means.
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1897
Royal C. Vilas founds The Pyle-National Electric Headlight Company.
March 5, 1897
The first electric headlight equipment produced by the company are shipped to Chicago, Rock Island & Pacific Railroad.
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1913
Pyle introduces the first successful electric headlight utilizing the incandescent lamp.
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1915
A bill is presented to Congress requiring that headlights be installed on all locomotives.
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1916
The company moves to 1334 N. Kostner Avenue, Chicago, and shortens its name to “The Pyle-National Company”.
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1920
Mid 1920s
Pyle-National provides the lighting for Soldier Field Stadium
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1933
Pyle-National provides the lighting for Wrigley Field and Wrigley Tower in anticipation of the World’s Fair returning to Chicago.
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1963
Pyle-National sells off its original product lines of locomotive lighting equipment and moves its manufacturing to South Carolina.
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1992
Pyle-National evacuates the building and the plant is converted into storage, office space, and automotive repair shops.
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2020
August 2020
ARCO Murray Construction begins at 1334 N Kostner Ave
September 2020
New Lobby area is cleaned out
October 2020
Scaffolding is erected in preparation for parapet demo and rebuild at west high parapet
November 9th, 2020
Ribbon Cutting Ceremony with Mayor Lori Lightfoot + Roof Work begins
December 2020
Roofing continues to progress
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2021
January 2021
Interior demolition continues
February 2021
Great Room and Second Floor demolition is completed
November 2021
Phase 1 construction on Building A is completed
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2022
January 2022
EeroQ named The Terminal’s first tenant
November 2022
The Terminal wins NAIOP Chicago 2022 Office Redevelopment of the Year
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2023
March 2023
The Terminal wins the 2023 Greater Chicago Food Depository Redevelopment of the Year