Take a gander at what this Edison Park commercial building looked like before and after its masonry makeover!
By the time AAA – 1 Masonry & Tuckpointing moved into this 1-story property, the 1950s building was overdue for a little freshening up.
Seeking to pay homage to the rich history of their craft, the 68-year-old masonry company came to us in search of a timeless redbrick to use on its brand-new façade treatment.
Watsontown Brick “Sturbridge” flashed modular brick offered the perfect rangey tonality and classic molded look they were looking for. As one of the colors we use most often for brick matching applications — and a popular choice for new construction, too! — the color paired beautifully with corbeling details at the cornice and gauged brick arches above the windows. We love the way these artful bricklaying techniques, popular in the 19th century, give the building a centuries-old historic aesthetic despite its somewhat modern origins.
This is one company headquarters well worth a visit… and if you need to find a mason while you’re at it, the exterior serves as a one-of-kind advertisement for their services!
LOCATION: 6479 N Avondale Ave, Chicago, IL 60631
ARCHITECT: bba Architects
MASON: AAA1-Masonry
PRODUCTS SUPPLIED: Watsontown Brick
