After years of ongoing demolition threats and renovation proposals, Governor Pritzker has announced that the state will preserve Helmut Jahn's Thompson Center.
Constable: Exhibit shows how Helmut Jahn s architectural trail started in Chicago and suburbs This photo, taken in 2000, shows architect Helmut Jahn at his Chicago offices, where he was known for putting in many hours of work. Rich Hein/Sun-Times Forward-looking architect Helmut Jahn blazed an innovative trail with his buildings. A new Chicago Architecture Center exhibit honors his life and work. Courtesy of Studio Thies Ibold Famed architect Helmut Jahn stood out among his peers by always being on the cutting edge of design and technology, say Michael Wood, left, senior curator, and exhibit curator Zurich Esposito of the Chicago Architecture Center.