Our most recent project with OKW Architects — this snazzy new senior housing development near Oak Park, Illinois — welcomed its first residents in April 2021. Known as The Sheridan at River Forest, the 125-unit assisted living and memory care facility is located a few short blocks from countless Frank Lloyd Wright homes.
Inspired by the Prairie Style architecture of the surrounding area, the architects sought to pay homage to the horizontality and geometric patterning of this distinctively Midwestern aesthetic. We supplied four sizes of Interstate Brick in “Walnut” brown to the traditional brickwork of the building’s exterior, a naturalistic color complement to the lush landscaping of its open-air patios. This organic color scheme is carried through to the interior design, which features warm wood paneling and jade green accents.
When embarking on new construction projects in historic communities, a little brick goes a long way in creating visual harmony between old and new!
LOCATION: 800 N Harlem Ave, River Forest, IL 60305
ARCHITECT: OKW Architects
GC: CORE 1937
MASON:Unlimited Masonry & Construction
PRODUCTS SUPPLIED: Interstate Brick
