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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