Concord Energy
The 1408 Wazee building, while historically significant, was compromised by an insensitive renovation from 1982 and by a lack of maintenance in recent years. After purchasing the property, Concord Energy retained Semple Brown to restore the building’s historic charm and renovate the interior spaces to incorporate the amenities of a modern office.
Our team started by designing all new facades for the primary and alley street elevations. The result is distinctly modern but references the historic condition by repeating key regulating lines from the original 1930’s facade and by re-creating the divided lite proportions of the original glazing. Daylighting is distributed through each floor plate.
Our team started by designing all new facades for the primary and alley street elevations. The result is distinctly modern but references the historic condition by repeating key regulating lines from the original 1930’s facade and by re-creating the divided lite proportions of the original glazing. Daylighting is distributed through each floor plate.
On the interior, our team retained and exposed as much of the original wood and brick structure as possible, but the building was otherwise gutted and redesigned. The building now includes one and half floors of open office space, two large conference rooms, private offices, a feature stair that visually connects the three levels, and staff amenities including multiple kitchen/breakrooms, shower/locker rooms and bicycle storage space.
On the interior, our team retained and exposed as much of the original wood and brick structure as possible, but the building was otherwise gutted and redesigned. The building now includes one and half floors of open office space, two large conference rooms, private offices, a feature stair that visually connects the three levels, and staff amenities including multiple kitchen/breakrooms, shower/locker rooms and bicycle storage space.
Concord Energy allowed us to preserve the building's original charm by renovating rather than replacing it. Our team designed new energy-efficient facades and new building systems while exposing and restoring the original structure and finishes, making only strategic modern updates to create an office that balances historical character with contemporary functionality.
Simplicity at Every Turn
Embracing an inclusive ethos, Hurley Place positions itself with the river as its focal point, inviting diverse communities and fostering economic vibrancy. The Riverfront development is comprised of two residential towers, a hotel tower, and an expansive central open space connecting to the river. This central connector is flanked by food & beverage and retail establishments and serves as both a connection to the Promenade but also a gathering space for the community.
