Outdoor space is a selling point for any home, especially in cities like Chicago, where buyers are gravitating to new developments that place an emphasis on the “urban backyard.”  Expansive terraces and balconies, and even private rooftops, are rivaling their suburban counterparts in size, providing plenty of space for seating and dining areas, as well as impeccable views. Recognizing the trend, Taylor Johnson put Forbes.com in touch with clients Lexington Homes, Fifteen Fifty on the Park and Eveq for insights on how developers are marrying sophisticated urban living with the great outdoors. Read the full story here.

Fifteen Fifty on the Park, a boutique condo community in Chicago’s Gold Coast, incorporates private outdoor space in all 32 of its residences, many of which offer views of Lincoln Park and Lake Michigan.