As we head into the holiday season and the COVID-19 pandemic continues to alter the state of business in Chicago, we are checking in with local businesses to see how they’ve pivoted their business structure and what they are most thankful for this year! Read below to learn what Porte Apartments, 855 W. Madison St., has been up to lately.

Find your dream home at Porte, a brand-new apartment community in the West Loop. With spacious studio to three-bedroom floor plans, including rental townhomes, Porte has something for everyone. Residences feature two finish options, with open living areas and private outdoor space, per plan. Amenities include fitness centers, coworking spaces, a Sunset Lounge on the 17th floor and a 1-acre deck with a pool, grills, fire pits, and outdoor televisions.

The following questions were answered by Porte Apartments Leasing Director Gerda Varkuleviciute.

How have you adapted your business to the pandemic?

We have adapted by doing virtual tours (Facetime or video sharing), 3D unit walk through's.

What have you been found has been the most successful adaptation or transition?

Having pre-recorded video tours of different floor plans

What do you need from your community?

Spread the word about brand new building and never lived in units

What have been your greatest challenges?

Lower amount of tours and leases then anticipated due to COVID limitations, social distress in the city. Limitations on in person events, especially resident events, networking events which are a big part of building the community within and outside the building.

What are you most thankful for this year?

Thankful to be a part of West Loop community which is one of the most supportive of local businesses! Thankful for amazing team that runs Porte, that everyone stayed healthy and positive through this challenging time. Thankful to have a job!