ECI Projects

07 – The University of Chicago – Mindworks Behavior Science Lab

The University of Chicago

Mindworks Behavior Science Lab

Chicago, IL

2,500-sf buildout of a highly-functional and dynamic space that allows The University of Chicago Center for Decision Research staff to conduct interactive behavioral science studies on a substantially larger and more diverse group ofย participants. The space features open-office workspace; interactive exhibits; and flexible testing space.

8-week fast-track schedule

Located at 224 South Michigan in the historic Railway Exchange Building

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The Nature Conservancy – Illinois Chapter Buildout

The Nature Conservancy

Illinois Chapter Buildout

Chicago, IL

9,300-sf tenant buildout features reception area; private and open office space to enhance productivity; boardroom and conference space; and screened lounge and collaboration space with soft seating.

Located in Chicago’s histortic Wrigley Building

Cafรฉ features booth seating and a farm table constructed from reclaimed barn wood

Reception desk made from repurposed ash trees

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13 – The Aspen Group – Headquarters Relocation

The Aspen Group

Headquarters Relocation

Chicago, IL

195,000-sf headquarters relocation includes learning and development space with two-story bleacher seating and intercommunicating stair;ย  divisible training and conference rooms; reception; private office and open office areas; executive suite and boardroom; collaboration spaces; main cafรฉ; a full-service kitchen; and typical support spaces.

Spands over eight floors in a first-generation building at 800 West Fulton Market

Features an AspenDental prototype office and operatory area

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Saint Viator High School – Dining Hall and Performing Arts Additions

St. Viator High School

Dining Hall and Performing Arts Additions

Arlington Heights, IL

16,000-sf demolition and new construction of a new cafeteria addition; new student dining hall along with a new kitchen; food court; high-end AV system; and a 4,500-sf Performing Arts Department addition with new band and chorus rooms, and additional office and practice space.

Masonry load-bearing structure and glass
exterior wall

Required detailed masonry construction and acoustical features for the band and choral rooms

Design-build of new
MEP/FP systems

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Spear Street Capital – 500 W. Monroe Lobby Renovation

Spear Street Capital

500 West Monroe - Lobby Renovation

Chicago, IL

12,800-sf lobby renovation at 500 West Monroe includes new curtainwall entrance; multiple tiered and curved drywall ceilings, both exterior and interior; ceramic tile throughout; high-end millwork furniture; water source heat pump HVAC system; and refinished terrazzo.

Maintained safe access to 24/7 open lobby

Coordination with overseas manifacturers to ensure fit of massive imported rug

Worked closely with architect on curved
design accents

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JPD Oak Brook Holdings LLC – 2715 Jorie Road Redevelopment

JPD Oak Brook Holdings LLC

2715 Jorie Road Redevelopment

Oak Brook, IL

Renovation of two-story office building on the former McDonaldโ€™s Corporation campus to a multi-tenant development. The new space features exposed concrete flooring, custom decorative cement block reception desk, 10โ€™ feature walls on each floor, complete lighting system; and prefunction space for tenant use.

Included heavy demolition of stone flooring and stair removal to core construction

Features complete lobby millwork upgrades

Exterior work includes major parking lot upgrades

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Northern Trust – 333 S. Wabash Relocation

Northern Trust

333 S. Wabash Relocation

Chicago, IL

492,000-sf office relocation includes open office โ€œneighborhoodsโ€;ย a support floor; training and amenity space; a two-story โ€œSocial Hubโ€ with interconnecting stair; a client-facing conference center; private offices; training rooms; library; wellness / life rooms; pantries; and quiet rooms.

Extensive technology infrastructure to provide 24/7/365 business continuity

Phased buildout of 17
floors concurrent with
base building renovations

Phased buildout of 17
floors concurrent with
base building renovations

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Confidential Industrial Client – Warehouse Renovation

Confidential industrial client

Warehouse Renovation

Bolingbrook, IL

50,000-sf warehouse renovation partitioned the space into a specialized facility for retooling equipment, including office space and amenities. The workspace features offices, conference rooms, and a cafeteria. The facilityโ€™s infrastructure includes two electrical rooms, two data rooms, and two compressors.ย 

Team provided cost-effective solutions to challenges with existing conditions

Required clash-detection audit of existing systems

Reinforced roof joists for replacement and addition
of roof-top HVAC units

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Mid America Plaza – Curtain Wall Replacement

Mid America Plaza

Curtain Wall Replacement

Oakbrook Terrace, IL

Removal and replacement of curtain walls in the โ€˜center linkโ€™ between the two towersย  required the installation of exterior temporary walls in both areas. Additionally, it required interior temporary drywall partitions and protection enclosures as necessary.ย 

Installed temporary walls around enitre perimeter during construction

Work was performed in an active main lobby of this Class A building

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Merieux Nutriscience – New Food Science Center

Merieux Nutrisciences

New Food Science Center

Crete, IL

71,500-sf single story load bearing precast structure located on approximately a 12 acre site. The new facility will include general office space, a food science center with a pilot plant, and a laboratory.

Load-bearing
precast structure

Lab features separate microbiology and
chemistry functions

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