The team preserved and restored the iconic Indiana limestone exterior of this 350,00-sq-ft, 1931-era Hartford, Conn. landmark with Art Deco features while the interior was fully gutted and renovated to create a modern office layout for state employees.
Finding a balance of cost, design elements and programming was challenging, but completion of the $163-million project, which bid slightly under budget, met expense and schedule targets and allowed for inclusion of all design elements and finishes. Taking a nimble and cohesive approach in the face of unexpected environmental challenges, the team noted its quick response to changing situations and reevaluated sequences while continuing to develop early release packages to allow for construction to begin in sync with design development.