The Magnificent Mile® in Chicago is known for its iconic, vibrant gardens. Michigan Avenue comes alive with a symphony of seasonal magical designs, fountains, and art that fills The Avenue with colorful blooms. This iconic Avenue is more than a street, it is a canvas where the city's motto, "Urbs in Horto" (City in a Garden), bestowed upon Chicago many decades ago, thrives. The Association has continuously upheld the title for the city beautifully.
Each season a harmonious collaboration between property owners, property managers, and landscape contractors work to craft sunning garden displays that transform The Magnificent Mile® into an oasis. These stunning garden displays decorate The Magnificent Mile® district and keep it a top visitor destination. The Association annually celebrates the best of the best in garden design and “wow” factor with Beautification Awards. Now, with the summer seasons coming to an end The Association is thrilled to announce the five awards that will add yet another chapter to the story of this iconic Avenue.
The winners of The Magnificent Mile 2023 Beautification Awards:
1st Place Beautification Award: 663, 669, 673 North Michigan Avenue
Property Owner: MARK
Property Manager: Cushman & Wakefield
Landscaper: IGS Plantscaping Group
2nd Place Beautification Award: 875 North Michigan Avenue
Property Owner: JHTC Holdings, LLC
Property Manager: Hearn
Landscaper: IGS Plantscaping Group
3rd Place Beautification Award: 625 North Michigan Avenue
Property Owner: 625 N. Michigan (Chicago) LLC
Property Manager: Golub Realty Services
Landscaper: Clarence Davids & Company
Exceptional Design Award: 401/435 North Michigan Avenue, Planters on the South Side of Tribune Tower Residences
Property Owner: Walton Street Capital, Tribune Tower, and University of Chicago
Property Manager: Zeller
Landscaper: Twin Oaks Landscaping & Oswego Landscape Management
Exceptional Design Award: 505 North Michigan Avenue
Property Owner: Strategic Hotels and Resorts
Property Manager: InterContinental Chicago Magnificent Mile
Landscaper/Exterior Decor: Kehoe Designs
