Goodrich Hall Renovation
Project Status: COMPLETED
Completed: 2016
Project Description & Statistics
Goodrich Hall (located at 2321 Sheridan Road in Evanston, IL) is part of a series of recent Northwestern residential projects that are designed to promote a sense of community. Originally constructed in 1932, it was renovated with new lounges, study spaces, and a small kitchen on the first floor. Sleeping rooms have been kept simple and compact to encourage residents to mingle in the common spaces. An apartment was incorporated into the lower level for a member of the faculty and their family to live in close proximity to the students. Loosely based on the traditional college system within a university, it allows for casual interactions and mentorship opportunities.
The renovation included the complete restoration of the original ornate brickwork. The masonry at the new additions used brick from the original manufacturer who still had the original color formula. All mechanical systems were completely replaced and air conditioning was added which enabled summertime use of the building. A new accessible
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Project Team
Architect, Engineers & Consultants
Architect: Dan Weese, Weese Langley Weese Architects
Contractor: WB Olson