The Pomeroy Apartments
The Pomeroy Apartments CHICAGO, ILLINOIS
Chicago Housing Authority 104 Apartments + 1 Mgmt. Unit 10 Stories 118,500 GSF Original Construction 1923 Original Architect Leo Steif The redevelopment of the limestone and terra-cotta clad building to affordable apartments for active seniors centered upon providing a strong residential character and integral connection to the neighborhood. Dwellings with maxiumum accessibility and efficiency in their layouts, interactive commons areas, and extensive interior day-lighting were key design objectives. A full exterior restoration included window replacement, replication of missing terra cotta cornice features, and a new Kenmore Avenue entry. A newly built first floor structure and elevator core create nearly 4,000 sq. ft. of accessible flexible outdoor space including a central landscaped courtyard and rooftop terrace. The Richard H. Driehaus Foundation Preservation Award, Landmarks Illinois Silver Award, Best 50+ Repositioned Project, National Association of Home Builders Silver Award, Best Renovation, MultiHousing News Magazine Bronze Award, BD+C Reconstruction Awards, Building Design + Construction Magazine Bronze Award, Restoration/ Renovation, The Brick Industry Association LEED® Platinum Certification
Chicago Housing Authority 104 Apartments + 1 Mgmt. Unit 10 Stories 118,500 GSF Original Construction 1923 Original Architect Leo Steif The redevelopment of the limestone and terra-cotta clad building to affordable apartments for active seniors centered upon providing a strong residential character and integral connection to the neighborhood. Dwellings with maxiumum accessibility and efficiency in their layouts, interactive commons areas, and extensive interior day-lighting were key design objectives. A full exterior restoration included window replacement, replication of missing terra cotta cornice features, and a new Kenmore Avenue entry. A newly built first floor structure and elevator core create nearly 4,000 sq. ft. of accessible flexible outdoor space including a central landscaped courtyard and rooftop terrace. The Richard H. Driehaus Foundation Preservation Award, Landmarks Illinois Silver Award, Best 50+ Repositioned Project, National Association of Home Builders Silver Award, Best Renovation, MultiHousing News Magazine Bronze Award, BD+C Reconstruction Awards, Building Design + Construction Magazine Bronze Award, Restoration/ Renovation, The Brick Industry Association LEED® Platinum Certification
