Motor Club
Penthouse Case Study/Redesign Project
Old Chicago Motor Club (Wacker Tower) 68 E Wacker Place Built 1928 Architect: Holabird & Root/Roche
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ORIGINAL PLANS/SECTION
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BUILDING PROGRAMS
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CONCEPT Preserve historic character of building while providing an updated interior with modern amenities.
“Moderne Deco� Lobby Image from SAIC Digital Library Jennifer R. Lea
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PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS Elevators must be used for entry to entrance floor Fire Escape route must be respected/provided Enhance natural light entering the space via skylights and solar tubes Acoustical issues need to be considered due to high ceiling level (30 ft) Two floors are combined to create space
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PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS Staircase Master Bedroom Master Bathroom Fireplace Kitchen (open) Dining area Living Room
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TV Room Library/Study Studio/Office Guest Bedroom Guest Bathroom Patio Space Powder Room
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PENTHOUSE DESIGN FEATURES Art-deco inspired custom hardwood entry doors Second floor railing modeled after historic lobby staircase Antiqued gold ceiling medallion with custom pendant light fixture Double Staircases to second floor Architectural details including: arched doorways and “stepped” ceiling details Floor to Ceiling Entry Fireplace flanked by elongated windows Use of vintage and antique furniture when possible Jennifer R. Lea
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FLOOR PLANS
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CEILING/ LIGHTING PLANS
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SECTION DIAGRAM - EAST
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SECTION DIAGRAM - WEST
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RENDERINGS entry
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RENDERINGS Entry/fireplace
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RENDERINGS
2nd floor/custom chandelier
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RENDERINGS dining room
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RENDERINGS
2nd floor living area
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FURNITURE SELECTIONS
“new options”
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FURNITURE SELECTIONS
“vintage/antique options”
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INSPIRATION PALETTE
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MATERIALS PALETTE
Wenge or Ebony Stained Hardwood
Paint White quartz
Leather
Textiles Jennifer R. Lea
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Mosaic
ART & ACCESSORIES
Fireplace Screen French Deco Artist Barbier
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LIGHTING CONCEPTS STRATEGY Maximize Natural Light Provide Dramatic and Elegant Light Fixtures to enhance space
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Jennifer R. Lea Candidate- Master of Arts Interior Design Harrington College of Design April 23, 2010
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Motor Club Penthouse