Irene McCoy Gaines Apartments

Occupied rehab construction spanning 150 units in a 17-story building.

This project was part of an extensive renovation of two west-side senior living apartment buildings. The combined 400,000-SF, 500-unit renovation brings both buildings up to modern standards for years to come.

Client/Owner

Chicago Housing Authority and Michaels Development

Architect

Canopy / a+d

Square Footage

350000

JV Partner

Blackwood Group

Number of Floors

Number of Units

150

As an occupied rehab construction project, careful sequencing and coordination of all work were required to ensure safe, smooth delivery with minimal interference to resident lives.

All units received updated HVAC, electrical and plumbing systems. Additionally, every unit was given new flooring, paint, LED lights, kitchens and baths, and air conditioning and thermostats. New amenity spaces were added, such as a redesigned dining and community room, an exterior courtyard and upgraded laundry spaces. Internet connectivity and Wi-Fi were also upgraded in all common areas and units.