The Schlenker Office Building
Ann Arbor, Michigan
Restoration and environmentally sound expansion in Ann Arbor’s Allen Creek floodplain
This project took advantage of the site’s natural grade to place parking below a 22,000 square foot office space addition. The former hardware store received a modern office interior while its original front facade was restored to an 1880’s appearance. Featured in CAM magazine for its floodproofing techniques, this project was also awarded a Michigan Building Award by the Michigan Historic Preservation Network citing the adaptive reuse of a significant historic structure.
Ann Arbor, Michigan
Restoration and environmentally sound expansion in Ann Arbor’s Allen Creek floodplain
JC Beal Construction, LLC
Liberty Land Inc.
The Smith Group/Architects 4
AWARD:
2001 Building Award –
Michigan Historic Preservation Network
PHOTOGRAPHY:
Chris Burkhalter Photography


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