Republic Windows and Doors
Chicago, Illinois
2008

The bold glass and steel facade of an elegant modern factory

This project provides an elegant yet efficient main factory for Republic Windows and Doors. Sited on Goose Island in Chicago, the project captures a vista of the Chicago Skyline. Befitting a window fabricator, the building design incorporates a dramatic glazed curtain wall, creating a three-story atrium lobby for guest reception and large employee gatherings. It also houses an airy and well-organized factory space, offices, a sales center, and employee support facilities, all infused with natural light.

An elegant steel curtain wall
A modern steel stair in a factory atrium
A large curtain wall with views of the Chicago skyline

Recognizing the important role architecture plays in improving business results, the manufacturing facility received the prestigious Good Design is Good Business Award from Architectural Record and Business Week.

The methodical floorplan of an efficient factory
The technical elevations of a modern factory

Awards: The Richard H. Driehaus Foundation – 2000 Architectural Excellence in Community Design, 1999 AIA Chicago Distinguished Building Award, 1999 Business Week/Architectural Record Award