Golf Mill Redevelopment

Niles, Illinois

Located in the middle of a busy commercial corridor, Golf Mill was once considered the shopping jewel of the northwest suburbs. A lifestyle center before its time, it provided department stores, retail shops, live theater, and other entertainment options across its 70 acres. Later enclosed like many outdoor centers, it began to struggle following the closure of several anchor tenants followed by smaller tenants. The owner recognized the need to once again reinvent this great property.

Working with the owner and the Village of Niles, OKW has developed an extensive master plan and placemaking strategy to reinvigorate Golf Mill. This work includes creating interconnected public spaces with extensive pedestrian paths, a new road network connecting major public streets, and developing a design language for commercial and residential buildings as well as for the hardscape, landscape, and site lighting.

The result is a plan that brings to life the Village and owner’s shared vision of creating a thriving mixed-use development with retail, diverse residential options, hospitality, medical office, and entertainment that enlivens the surrounding community.