Civic Opera Building | Chicago, IL
Client: Equity Office Properties
Consultant: The Structural Shop
Assignment: Limestone and Terra-Cotta Restoration
Duration: In Progress
Project Value: $4+ million
The historic Civic Opera Building located on the Chicago River requires ongoing extensive limestone and terra-cotta restoration. Design Installation Systems has done maintenance on this landmark for years and is currently in the early stages of a four year repair program. The repair and maintenance program currently underway is focused on stabilization and replacement of stones. In keeping with the character of this fine building, the profile of each replacement stone is carefully matched to the original. Additional caulking and tuckpointing work will help to protect the building from the harsh weather typical to the building’s riverfront exposure.