A 55-story skyscraper adjacent to Dallas’ Arts District will soon undergo another multi-million-dollar makeover that includes a new name, reimagined lobby, and the addition of two restaurants.

2200 Ross Ave., formerly known as Chase Tower, will be rebranded as Dallas Arts Tower. Owner Fortis Property Group worked with professionals from Stream Realty Partners to strategically select a new moniker that pays tribute to the surrounding neighborhood and amplifies the district’s mission to unify culture and commerce in one dynamic destination. Stream, a national commercial real estate firm headquartered in Dallas and offering an integrated platform of services, leases the office building. Executive Vice President and Partner J.J. Leonard and Managing Director Matt Wieser are the leasing agents for the building’s 1.25 million square feet of office space.

While the landmark building is a work of art designed by architect Richard Keating, its lobby will soon become a masterpiece for tenants and visitors alike. New York-based Fortis plans to add an art gallery displaying pieces from local artists and commission art installations throughout other public spaces. New lighting and flooring will help showcase the artwork. Elevator cabs also will receive a refresh. Construction for the lobby and restaurants is expected to start in late summer, with a 2024 completion. Dallas-based ENTOS Design is working with restaurant architect 75 Degree Design Studio of Dallas on the common area improvements.

Two new restaurants will be constructed in conjunction with the lobby renovations. Dallas-based hospitality powerhouse Milkshake Concepts has been awarded space in the lobby and The Rotunda to launch two eateries that will complement the neighborhood.

For the lobby, Milkshake Concepts will design a European-style, all-day café featuring a robust coffee program, daily baked goods, and a diverse menu with items that can be taken to go or enjoyed in a bright, open environment. Early evening meals and a wine program are expected to be featured.

A first-of-its-kind Greek restaurant will be introduced in The Rotunda. A selection of fish, grilled meats, and traditional sides and dips will anchor the menu that will serve a bustling lunch crowd and refined dinner group.

Jack Gosnell, Elizabeth Herman Fulton, and Marissa Stave with CBRE negotiated Milkshake Concepts’ lease on behalf of Fortis and are leading retail leasing for Dallas Arts Tower. 

Stream has leased Dallas Arts Tower since Fortis purchased the building in 2016. The Class A skyscraper has seen several significant updates since, including a new motor court, water features, and landscaping on the Ross Avenue-facing frontage; the addition of a sky lounge and meeting center on the 40th floor; and a new fitness center. An executive tenant conference center, Starbucks coffee shop, convenience store, on-site shoeshine, full-service car wash, and sky bridge that connects to the Dallas Marriott Downtown and DART Light Rail station are among its many amenities.

An 18-story Uptown Dallas tower has dropped its moniker of more than 30 years as owners begin a multi-million-dollar capital improvement project.

Chateau Plaza will now be called 2515 McKinney to highlight the property’s opportune address in the increasingly popular submarket known for its diverse mix of residential, retail and office spaces. The property is owned by institutional investors advised by J.P. Morgan Global Alternatives.

J.P. Morgan Global Alternatives worked with Stream Realty Partners to reimagine the building’s identity as a complete renovation starts on the lobby, tenant lounge, public corridors and boardroom. A fitness center and outdoor patio also will be added to enhance the tenant experience and attract companies seeking employee-centric office spaces in buildings with modern amenities. Dallas-based Entos Design has been retained to oversee the design and construction, which is expected to wrap up in the fall.

Stream, a national commercial real estate firm offering an integrated platform of services, is headquartered in Dallas and provides leasing and property management services at 2515 McKinney. Managing Director Rhett Miller and Associate Patrick Cruz serve as leasing agents. Blair Miller is the Property Manager.

Chateau Plaza was built in 1985 and last renovated in 2011. The building, with 178,970 square feet, sits on the corner of McKinney Avenue and Fairmont Street, near a host of fast-casual restaurants and popular retail shops that tenants will appreciate. Interstate 35 East, U.S. 75 (Central Expressway), and Woodall Rogers Freeway (Texas Spur 366) are all easily accessible for commuters.

2515 McKinney is home to the privately held, state-chartered financial institution Nexbank; national healthcare strategy and transaction advisory firm VMG Health; and national business advisory company Riveron. The building offers suites from around 1,500 square feet to full floors–including the 13th floor available in November 2023 and the 10th floor available in June 2024–at more than 18,000 square feet. 

Revantage, a Blackstone Real Estate portfolio company, will soon call Stream Realty Partners’ The QUAD home as it expands its employee base in Dallas.

Revantage, which provides corporate services to Blackstone’s real estate portfolio, expects to occupy approximately 32,000 square feet on the third floor of the 12-story, Class AA office tower at 2699 Howell St. The space will accommodate the company’s current Dallas employee base with additional capacity to hire local talent in support of its strategic growth plan. Revantage will maintain its current headquarters and presence in Chicago’s Willis Tower and maintains other office locations around the world including in Europe and Asia.

Stream Senior Vice President Ryan Evanich and Vice President Marissa Parkin represented Stream, the owner of The QUAD, in the transaction. Jon McNeil, Torrey Littlejohn, and Christy Rhea of JLL represented the tenant.

Stream, a national commercial real estate firm offering an integrated platform of services, is developing the 345,425-square-foot office building and surrounding 18,500-square-foot retail area heralded as the dawning of “A Different Dallas.” The QUAD is expected to deliver in March 2024. Revantage anticipates moving employees in during the first half of 2024.

The QUAD will set a new standard in Dallas with an integrated “smart” building end-user interface. Pathogen-reducing technologies such as hospital-grade air filtration and outside air circulation on office floors are 50% higher than industry standards. Tenants such as Revantage will appreciate the tower’s full-service fitness studio, top-floor outdoor terrace with expansive views, a club lounge and conference center, an acre of outdoor space, a bike valet, and dedicated underground parking. The building is also steps away from popular Uptown restaurants, hotels, entertainment venues, and multifamily complexes.

Revantage is the third tenant, and largest thus far, to sign on at The QUAD. Stream previously announced that Two Hands, a community-focused eatery based in Australian café culture, will occupy one of the five free-standing retail spaces surrounding the office tower. Chicago Title, the largest title insurer and provider of real estate-related products and services in the world, was the first office tenant to sign on at The QUAD and will occupy 20,000 square feet.