The Chicago Architecture Foundation is turning 50 and instead of looking back at all that’s happened over the years, they’re bringing the future to life.

In a new exhibition, CAF features 50 transformative proposals for building a better Chicago, presented by 50 of the city’s top architecture and design firms. The celebration proves there’s still plenty of creative expression and visionary power to grow, enhance, and improve the landscape.

50 Designers, 50 Ideas, 50 Wards is on display now in the CAF Atrium Gallery at 224 S. Michigan Avenue. If you’re not in The Windy City, you can explore the online exhibition, which features an interactive map of Chicago’s wards and a detailed look at all 50 design proposals.

• Story by Ariel Katz