ARCHITECTURE: Honor Award
 PROJECT: Leunter Commons CLIENT: Case Western Reserve University ARCHITECTURE FIRM: Stantec CONTRACTOR: Krill Co., Inc. ENGINEERS: Thorson Baker & Associates, Inc.; Karpinski Engineering, Inc. PHOTOGRAPHER: Jason Meyer of Feinkkopf Photography DESCRIPTION: Originally designed in 1963, Leunter Commons exemplified mid-century modern architecture. While the building had undergone updates over the decades, there were many factors that necessitated a renovation. These challenges were addressed while acknowledging the original building’s architecture and context. The new construction was designed as an extension, rather than an addition, by maintaining the original material palette, rhythm, proportions, sightlines, and the expression of horizontality of the existing building. JURY COMMENTS: This project is simple and self-confident, commensurate with the existing building. The enhancements are function driven influenced by the architecture of the building. The solution shows great restraint and did not overreach. The project is transformational while positively engaging its campus context. There is a very nice resonance between the building and the program.

Living room photo in Other

view from the foyer into the formal dining room. We wanted to give the realtively compact Dining Room a cozy "restaurant booth" character with a wrap around banquette along one wall and under the window and an overreaching wall light. The space is defined by layers of organic textures - plush fabrics, a custom modern moroccan rug - grounded by a live edge oak table with Chrome Base and vintage rattan chairs

Inspiration for a contemporary medium tone wood floor open concept kitchen remodel in Chicago with open cabinets, paneled appliances and an island

1960s concrete patio photo in Los Angeles with a roof extension and a fireplace