The Obama Presidential Center

Project

The Obama Presidential Center

Public Assembly / Entertainment

Chicago, IL | 2026

  • 155K GSF

About

Atelier Ten led the sustainability vision for this world-class museum and public gathering space, which as a built project embodies the Obama Administration’s work to combat climate change. The project will serve as a neighborhood amenity given the project’s sensitive location in Jackson Park.

Project Owner

The Obama Foundation

Is the project Net Zero Energy or Net Zero Energy Ready?

Net Zero (Targeting)

Project Size in GSF

155K

Category of height

Mid-Rise

How is the building all-electric for heating?

Ground-source Heat Pump

Is the service hot water all-electric?

Yes

What is the primary system type for domestic hot water?

Air-source heat pump

On-site renewable energy

0%

Is the owner purchasing off-site renewable energy to offset all electricity consumption?

No

What is the climate zone for this project?

5A Cool Humid

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