There's another empty storefront in the Loop, but the back story on this one is a bit more complicated than flagging sales or construction-related headaches.
Create Space, the arts incubator that launched in the early months of 2016 on the promise of funding from University City, unceremoniously closed its doors last week. The project — which was leasing the city-owned storefront that was previously home to Good Works furniture store— held 22 artisans and crafters who were learning the ropes of starting a businesses even while selling their wares.
The businesses set up shop last April and were meant to be the first "class" in an ongoing project.…