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Catalyn Cummings • Kristen WightChristopher Clifford
Kirk Huffaker • Steve Cornell
Catalyn Cummings • Kristen WightChristopher Clifford
Kirk Huffaker • Steve Cornell
Why “do” Historic Preservation?
• “One thing that people like about older buildings, is that they were BUILT TO LAST…they have a SENSE OF PERMANENCE about them.”
• “A revitalized neighborhood attracts:– New investment– New Business
– The pure gold Of tourists.”
Why “do”Historic Preservation?
•“It gives us insight into history, tradition, and how people lived.”
-Phil McCarthy
Central Warehouse520 West 200 South
History
• George E. Chandler, had building constructed ca.1929
• Held Prominent space in the Warehouse District
• housed many companies– American Maize Company– Standard Oil Company– Simmons Bedding– Among others
History
• Architectural highlights include its classical influences– Pilasters
History
• Architectural highlights include its classical influences– Pilasters– Main entry way
History
• Architectural highlights include its classical influences– Pilasters– Main entry way– Cornice lines along parapet
History
• Architectural highlights include its classical influences– Pilasters– Main entry way– Cornice lines along parapet– Stringcourse
Location
Accessibility
• Located 4 blocks from i-15 ramp• Within walking distance of the
Gateway and Downtown• 200 South is a designated bike route• Future TRAX stop
(GreekTown stop?)
Factors for development
• Zoning regulations• Area demands• Public needs • Client‘s ideas• Rehab standards and tax credits• Leed Certification
Zoning
• GMU - Gateway Mixed Use– Buildings fronting 200 south (First floor requirements)
• Retail goods/service establishments• Motion Picture theaters• Performing art
Facilities• Art Galleries• Restaurants• Offices
Area Demands
• Housing– Overall Vacancy Rate at 6.1%
• Commercial– Office
• Overall Vacancy Rate at 10.28%
– Retail• Overall Vacancy Rate at 7.79%
“Rehabbed buildings can help revive a whole neighborhood, even a whole town or city…the least attractive part of town may become suddenly the most attractive.”
Public Needs
• Entertainment• Super Market• Green Space• Office Space• Day Care• Gym• Safety• Sense of Cohesiveness
Phil’s Considerations
•Show piece:–Entertainment–Business
Phil’s Property
Rehabilitation Standards
• If placed in new use must require minimal change
• Preserve distinctive features • Deteriorated historic features shall be
repaired rather than replaced • Cannot destroy historic materials
Tax Credits
• 20% Federal tax credit– Only for income producing buildings
• commercial, industrial, agricultural, or residential rental
• 20% State tax credit– Only for residential use
• owner-occupied residences or residential rental
LEED Recommendations
• Conscientious energy use• Recycling of building materials• “Smart” fixtures
– (flushless toilets)
• High albedo• Landscaping techniques
Proposals!• Entertainment/Recreation• Business/Office• Cultural/Art
“The best buildings are not those that are cut to fit only one set of functions, but rather those that are strong enough to retain their character as they accommodate different functions over time.”
Entertainment/Recreation
First floor
• Local Business• Restaurant Seating• Kitchen• Restrooms• Lobby/historic information• Elevator bank
Entertainment/Recreation
Mezzanine
• Private Dining• Historic installation art• Elevator bank
Entertainment/Recreation
Second floor
• Yoga and Spinning Studio• Restrooms and Dressing area• Retail space• Elevator bank
Entertainment/Recreation
Third floor
• Venue– Will contain
• Stage• Bar• Non-smoking
• Restrooms• Elevator bank
Entertainment/Recreation
Roof
• Garden• Photovoltaic cells
Business/Office
First floor
• Local business• Day care• Lobby area• Restrooms• Elevator bank
Business/Office
Mezzanine
• Wi-fi Lounge• Suspended Walkway• Historic installation art• Elevator bank
Business/Office
Second floor
• Lobby• Office Space A• Office Space B• Restrooms
Business/Office
Third floor
• Lobby• Communal Conference Rooms• Office Space C• Restrooms• Elevator bank
Business/Office
Roof
• Garden• Photovoltaic cells
Cultural/arts
First floor
• Open community area• Local businesses• Historic gallery & Lobby• Restrooms • Elevator bank
Cultural/arts
Mezzanine
• Wi-fi Lounge• Historic installation art• Elevator bank
Cultural/arts
Second floor
• Art Studio/gallery• Restrooms• Elevator bank
Cultural/arts
Third floor
• Community classes• Restroom• Elevator bank
Cultural/arts
Roof
• Garden• Photovoltaic cells
Feasibility Study• Intro
1. History– Area– Building
2. Contacts and Statistics– Area
3. Building Condition Report– Exterior– Interior
4. Proposals5. Cost
– Comparison– Incentives
• Appendix
Exhibition
• Board– Statistics– Proposals
• Takeaway– Rehabilitation
“It’s a sturdy building!”-Max Smith
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