Chinese American Service League Kam Liu Building at Open House Chicago

The Kam L. Liu Building is the permanent home of the Chinese American Service League (CASL), the largest nonprofit serving Asian American communities in the Midwest. Completed in 2004 and designed by Studio Gang, the 38,300-square-foot building received AIA Chicago's Distinguished Building Award and a Richard H. Driehaus Foundation Award for Architectural Excellence. The design reflects CASL's mission and the community it serves. Architectural details draw from a Chinese palette of color, pattern, and symbol. Controllable natural daylighting and ventilation animate the interior throughout the day. Founded in 1978, CASL serves over 7,400 clients annually. Through early childhood education, immigration and legal services, English language courses, housing and financial workshops, behavioral health and clinical services, and older adult care. This building anchors that legacy in the physical heart of the neighborhood. Visitors can choose between station-by-station exploration or guided tours. Tours will offer access to more areas of the building. Guided Tours 10:30am | 12:00pm | 1:30pm | 3:00pm (Saturday only) Walk through CASL’s building and hear how its architecture reflects its mission to serve Chicago’s Chinese American and broader AAPI community. Gallery Exhibit On view all weekend: a gallery showcasing CASL’s history and its impact on Chinatown through architecture.