Growth of architecture/interior design firm’s leadership fueled by diversity of perspectives Fifteen years ago, Legat Architects’ then president/CEO Wayne Machnich gave Patrick Brosnan some advice on building a strong leadership team—surround yourself with people who think differently than you. Since his appointment to President/CEO in 2007, Brosnan has kept that advice close to heart and […]
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Harper College, Legat Architects to Explore Academic Library Design at National Community College Conference
Innovations Conference forum investigates community college library paradigm shift from quiet study space to enticing destination, highlights Harper College’s library renovation When he designed the iconic Phillips Exeter Academy Library (Exeter, New Hampshire) in the mid-1960s, renowned architect Louis Kahn had a concept: “A man with a book goes to the light. A library begins […]
Hyatt Place Royal Oak Construction Nears Completion
New hotel/mixed-use development to spark revitalization of Detroit suburb [Royal Oak, MI] – A new, 123-room Hyatt Place hotel is under construction in the lively Detroit suburb of Royal Oak. Topping off (i.e., placement of the roof deck and parapets) has been completed. The 100,000-square-foot select service hotel, led by Namou Hotel Group, showcases a […]
Rosalind Franklin University Launches Center for Advanced Simulation in Healthcare
Build-out creates authentic hospital setting that expands university healthcare simulation program, brings professional training option to Centegra Health System’s Huntley, Illinois, campus. At first glance, the upper floors of Centegra Medical Office Building 2 in Huntley, Illinois, look much like a small hospital. Sliding glass doors open to ICU, trauma, and emergency treatment rooms. Medical […]
Element Moline Hotel Approaches Completion
Adaptive reuse project transforms 100-year-old landmark into stylish hotel that respects historic origins [Moline, IL] – Construction of Element Moline, the first Illinois hotel in Marriott International’s expanding Element Hotels portfolio, is nearing completion. The hotel is slated for opening in February, 2018. The adaptive reuse project converts the historic O’Rourke Building, a former Sears, […]
Mundelein and Glenbard West High School Additions Featured at Illinois’ Largest PreK-12 Education Conference
Suburban high schools achieve advanced science/classroom environments while covering opposite ends of the aesthetic spectrum Two strikingly different styles of architecture characterize the recent science and classroom additions at Glenbard West High School (Glen Ellyn, Illinois) and Mundelein High School (Mundelein, Illinois). The former, featuring a warm, brick-dominant traditional exterior, not only advances Glenbard West’s […]
Moline High School Breaks Ground on Bartlett Performing Arts Center
Sophisticated arts venue to honor Moline benefactor, expand educational opportunities, and enrich city’s cultural fabric Insurance executive Robert E. Bartlett (1927-1998) loved the City of Moline. He supported the regional arts scene, and anonymously donated to causes that helped economically disadvantaged students in the area. On January 9, 2018, teachers, students, and dignitaries gathered at […]
Beacon Place Breaks Ground on Waukegan Community Center Annex
Facility to bring Waukegan community center much-needed programmatic and storage space When Beacon Place began in late 2012, the founders had visions for programs that would serve local children and families. Since then, a once abandoned, dilapidated house has become a thriving community center that now serves over 700 kids and adults. Beacon Place offers […]
Legat Architects Welcomes Columbus, Ohio-based Legat Kingscott
Acquisition brings Ohio building owners streamlined services, more resources, expanded building type expertise [Columbus, Ohio] – In 2011, Legat Kingscott did its first project at Upper Arlington Schools—a small makeover of a high school retail store. The next year, the store’s sales doubled. The firm then led larger projects, the most recent of which is […]
Hamilton Elementary School, Mundelein High School Win Top Architecture Awards
Interior learning environments impress jurors in American Institute of Architects’ Northeast Illinois Chapter design competition Hamilton Elementary School (Moline, Illinois) and the Mundelein High School science and classroom expansion (Mundelein, Illinois) received Merit in Architecture awards from the American Institute of Architects’ (AIA) Northeast Illinois (NEI) Chapter. The projects, designed by Legat Architects, claimed two […]
Beacon Place Community Center Benefits from Legat Architects’ ShareFest 2017
Oktoberfest-themed event combines camaraderie and creativity to raise $5,200 for Waukegan nonprofit community center [Gurnee, IL] – On October 5, the Oktoberfest spirit took over Legat Architects’ Gurnee, Illinois studio for ShareFest 2017. Over 100 people gathered amid the sounds of German Oompah and the aroma of grilled brats. Catenary lighting, craft beer, pumpkin pie, […]
Marquardt School District 15 Dedicates Performing Arts Center
One campus, many talents: “wondrous” new multifunctional facility unites disciplines, connects campus, and gives every student a leg up with new opportunities and experiences [Glendale Heights, IL] – Yesterday evening, Marquardt School District 15 hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony for the new Performing Arts Center at Marquardt Middle School. Construction started in September of last […]
