Some projects are just too unique to forget! Check out how well this adaptive reuse project at Lincoln & Melrose in Roscoe Village has aged. It’s hard to believe it’s been a decade since we supplied some gorgeous “Ironstone” Interstate Brick to the modern half of this condo building…
Built in 1914, this former Citizens’ State Bank building was crumbling into pieces prior to its 2008 renovation. Determined developer Gary Solomon & Co. came to the rescue, enlisting the terracotta pros at Gladding, McBean to restore the Melrose-facing side of the property, and creating an striking old-meets-new look to replace the damaged remains of the eastern-facing facade. Each of the nine units inside are completely different, apart from the ultra tall, loft-style ceilings true to the original architecture of the bank. We also provided Quaker Windows and tons of reclaimed Chicago common brick to the project, used for interior accent walls and repairs inside and out.
Read a little more about the building here.
LOCATION:1623 W Melrose St, Chicago, IL 60657
DEVELOPER: Gary Solomon & Co.
TERRACOTTA:Gladding McBean
MASON: Joe Battaglia
PRODUCTS SUPPLIED: Quaker Windows, Interstate Brick, Reclaimed Chicago Commons
