Partners Celebrate the Grand Opening of New Tesla Center in Northbrook

Representing a Large Investment in the Village’s Economic and Environmental Future

Northbrook, IL (August 9, 2023) – Focus, a leader in real estate development and construction in Chicago, together with its partners Fort Union and the Village of Northbrook celebrated the grand opening of a new, state-of-the-art electric vehicle sales, service, and delivery center for Tesla in Northbrook, IL. The project marks an important step in achieving goals set by Village of Northbrook in their 2021 Climate Action Plan and brings valuable jobs to the local market. The 50,000 square foot flagship building will conduct sales, vehicle service and customer deliveries for Chicago’s North Shore. 

Focus and Fort Union were joined by Village of Northbrook President, Kathryn Ciesla at the grand opening who remarked, “As we look around this new facility, we see more than just a showroom for cutting-edge electric vehicles. We see a partnership—a partnership that brings new jobs, new opportunities, and a sign of our village’s growth and progress towards our status as a forward-looking community that embraces innovation and sustainability.”

“Delivery a state-of-the-art location of this magnitude for Tesla represents a significant milestone for us," said Justin Pelej, Executive Vice President at Focus. “We are eager to see the impacts of our team’s substantial economic investment in the Village of Northbrook and are proud of the role we played in furthering their economic and sustainability goals.”

The state-of-the-art facility features double height glass and reflects the bold, modern aesthetic that has become synonymous with the Tesla brand. The location includes a showroom, service center, ancillary office spaces and rooftop parking. 

"The grand opening of this Tesla dealership in Northbrook is a testament to the power of collaboration and vision,” said Matt Hendy, Managing Partner of Fort Union. “Delivering projects for best-in-class tenants like Tesla is no easy task, and our deepest gratitude goes to the Village of Northbrook's leadership and my invaluable partners at Focus for their crucial role in this achievement."

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About Focus 

Focus exists at the intersection of development and construction. For 30 years, Focus has worked diligently to exceed expectations and transform communities. 

As a vertically integrated development and construction company, Focus is responsible for distinctive developments that value over $2.4 billion. These projects range from smaller, multifamily communities in historic districts to high-density, mixed-use redevelopments in thriving downtowns. Since 1993, Focus has delivered thousands of multifamily units, and millions of square feet of real estate but in addition, the company is committed to enhancing community. Through community partnerships, commitment to a sustainable future and corporate responsibility, Focus takes an active role in positively shaping the communities where it works. 

For more information, visit workwithfocus.com.

About Fort Union

Fort Union is a national real estate development and investment firm specializing in value-add investments, build-to-suit development, sale/leasebacks and advisory services.  Founded with a background in large-format retail, the company leverages its nearly two decades of institutional experience with an entrepreneurial mindset to find value in this complex macro-environment.   For more information, visit www.ft-union.com. 

About Village of Northbrook 
The Village of Northbrook is a suburban community of more than 35,000 residents located in Cook County Illinois 25 miles north of downtown Chicago. The Village has a diverse economic base and is home to several corporate headquarters, a retail base, a charming downtown, and several public transit resources. Residents enjoy a variety of events and recreational opportunities, award-winning natural areas, a rich history and track record of strong civic-minded leadership. Learn more at: northbrook.il.us.