We've got various threads going on this one, and I hate to create another one, but in the interests of clarity a simple title works best.
Here's are some pictures I took yesterday. The best place to view the activity is from the 3rd floor pool deck of the San Carlos Hotel. Simply take the elevator up, turn right and walk to the end of hall through the exit doors (which are not locked during regular hours).
Right now, the caisson work is underway:
Pool area of the San Carlos:
44 W Monroe
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