Projects
Bohemian National Cemetery
Ed Skaggs took assessment samples of all of the roofing found. Immediate repairs were made. This single missing tile had caused major damage to the plaster inside. The view of the Chicago skyline from the top of the dome was...
Disney Birthplace
Walt Disney was born in a modest frame home at 2156 North Tripp Ave. in Chicago, Illinois on December 5th of 1901. It’s restoration is being funded by The Walt Disney Birthplace not for profit organization. Plans are being made to restore the small frame house to its original configuration with a period of significance of 1901. Chicago Project Management and historic preservation architect Charlie Pipal are working with the new owners on the evaluation of several plans for the renovation. Exterior cleanup of the siding and restoration of...
LaGrange Theater
Chicago Project Management has been retained by the Village of La Grange, Illinois to oversee their interests in the restoration of the La Grange Theatre. Originally opened on February 19th, 1925, the La Grange Theatre was designed by Rapp & Rapp for live productions and sat almost 1400. The theatre was subdivided into four smaller theatres in the 1980s and all of its original ornate beauty hidden by drywall and suspended ceilings. Under its current owners, John Rot and David Rizner, appropriate portions of the original architecture are being...
First Congregational Church of LaGrange
The First Congregational Church of LaGrange hired Chicago Project Management to manage six very important projects for their 125th Anniversary. Roof Replacement A roofing assessment has been conducted by Concept 3 Architects. Their conclusion is that all of the existing roofs require near term replacement. Masonry Repairs The properties committee has approved a pilot project to remove and repair two limestone window mullions and complete an analysis of all mortar. Sanctuary Attic Insulation Prior to insulating the attic many issues need to be addressed. Insulation hoses are pulled...
First Congregational Church of Western Springs Renovation
1st Congregational Church of Western Springs undergoes $2.5 million renovation. With Chicago Project Management providing Project Management services for the three year effort, the Church has completed the following major tasks: Asbestos Removed In a two stage effort, all hazardous (friable) asbestos was removed. Major concentrations were in boiler pipe insulation and acoustic ceilings. Full Fire Sprinklers Installed In order to avoid revisions to the church’s historical character, the decision to fully sprinkle all buildings was reached with the WS Fire Dept. Within the Elmslie Sanctuary, all piping was well...
Historic Immanuel Hall Restoration
Through the hard work of the Hinsdale Historical Society Historic Immanuel Hall has been saved from demolition and restored for use by the residents of Hinsdale. Following architect Charles Pipal’s plans a kitchen, elevators and archive research rooms were added. Preparations The Electric Service is relocated by His & Her Electric Prior to the start of any work we are protecting the priceless stained glass windows. Mike Conboy of Conkra Remodeling installs plywood inside and outside of all the windows. Lower Level Demolition An initial Asbestos Abatement is completed...
1846 Blodgett House Relocation and Restoration
Built in 1846 by pioneer Israel Blodgett, the Blodgett House is a significant chapler in the history of the Underground Railroad and Downers Grove, Illinois. This chapter has been saved due to the dedicated efforts of a group of private citizens who formed The Downers Grove Heritage Preservation Corp. and stepped forward to see that this piece of history was not demolished. It is with great pride that Chicago Project Mangement joins them in the restoration and relocation of this important home from our past. House Structure At first...
Unity Temple
Frank Lloyd Wright’s historic Unity Temple in Oak Park, IL is suffering from serious roof concrete failure as it marks its 100th anniversary. As the owner’s representative for the Congregation, Chicago Project Management will place primary focus on keeping the sanctuary as safe as possible during the on-going work. The current phase will repair the roof / ceiling slab located directly above the organ and pulpit. The first challenge for the General Contractor, Zera Construction, is the erection of the interior scaffold that supports the roof during removal and...
LaGrange, IL Chapel Conversion
This darling little chapel in LaGrange, IL was built by Swedish brick masons in 1895. After the congregation out-grew it’s limited size and moved across the street, it went through ownership by a series of small congregations and was then purchased by it’s current owner in 2005. Her dream was to convert it into a comfortable modern home with unlimited character and charm! Her first step was to call Dan Ruzic of Chicago Project Mangement. The rest is described here! The main foyer leads past two original pews to...