Journal Squared is a project of Kushner Real Estate Group.

It was first approved by the city council in December 2012 and was later granted a 30-year tax abatement and $10 million in bonds.

One of Journal Squared's main components is a large plaza occupying a portion of the lot, providing a focal point for public gathering and open space in an area that is rapidly becoming densely populated.

[10] The project broke ground in October 2014 with the first building topping out in December 2015 at 54 stories and 574 ft (175 m).

[12] The third tower, consisting of 600 units and rising 60 stories, broke ground in October 2021.