Pride in ownership is the common thread shared by Haberdasher Square Loft residents who set highest standards for maintaining their homes and building.
The People
It is no surprise that people who are attracted to loft living are comfortable in non-traditional, urban surroundings. They also are people who have a real appreciation for history and place. Living in a historic building means that a sense of progress and change is ever present, and architectural features like iron railings and original wood floors, concrete posts and exposed timber beams attract individualists who seek personal style.
Residents
The people at HSL are an eclectic mix of people similar to any urban neighborhood; however, what they have in common is pride in their home, which is reflected by the clean, quiet, and well-organized lifestyle that residents enjoy and value. Read what the people of HSL have to say:
“We purchased here because we wanted a large apartment and this was the best value, but now that we’re here it’s really all about the convenience – fun and easy living.”
- E.M., Resident Since 2000
“I think about the people who worked here and feel sort of privileged to have part of a factory floor as part of my home. The history of the place is always here.”
- C.H., Resident Since 2003
“I see some neighbors I know and new faces, too. I like living in a big building – personal, but not so personal.”
- D.C., Resident Since 1998
“The services here are really excellent; from the staff regularly washing the garage floor to the polished stainless steel elevator doors. It’s clean, convenient and always in great shape.”
- K.R., Resident Since 1997
“I’ve lived here for several years and one thing is consistent– we always attract the nicest people to live here… not sure why, it’s just that way.”
- H.L., Resident Since 2004
Board Members
The HSL Homeowners’ Association is the building’s governing body, responsible for financial management, policies and procedures, and decisions on behalf of property owners. The seven-person Board of Directors meets in open meetings regularly and, through parliamentary procedure, addresses issues, reaches consensus, and directs management to act on behalf of residents.
Each board member invests personal time in conducting due diligence for decision-making on utility, maintenance, and management contracts. Consistent, effective leadership by board members has held monthly assessment costs steady without increase to homeowners for more than 4 years.
Learn why residents love living here:
I am delighted with the building. It is well- managed, clean and the people who live here are great!
– R.C., resident since 2008
Great restaurants, the Lyric Opera, Symphony hall, plus State Street, Michigan Avenue and the Harold Washington Library… what else could I want in my neighborhood?
– D.B., resident since 2003
I feel safe here, especially with a 24/7 door staff and our security systems. I never worry about safety when I’m at home and feel my home is secure when I’m away.
– C.C., resident since 2005