Plaza, Historic Landmark

PROBLEM

Located on the shores of Lake Michigan in front of Core Library is the main gathering space for students: Core Plaza. After 40 years of Chicago winters and normal wear & tear, the university centerpiece needed repair to eliminate water leakage into the offices and library below due to concrete and waterproofing deterioration.

SOLUTION

• Stripped all topping and waterproofing, and installed new buried waterproofing system
• Blended the new patio waterproofing with the roofing systems of three adjoining buildings to ensure water tightness of offices below
• Created a unique decorative stamping & poured colored concrete pattern
• Renovated a scallop-shaped staircase and added aluminum railings
• Completed the work on-time in seven months