News Posts - Bailey Edward

Westview Elementary Transformation Underway

2013-03-26T16:38:17Z

Westview Elementary, a K-5 school in Champaign, Illinois, is undergoing a renovation and expansion which will provide space for special programs, improved accessibility and safety upgrades. With construction scheduled to be complete in early August, the design vision is becoming reality at Westview Elementary.

Taking the time to collect data about the needs of each teacher and every specialty discipline was of significant importance to the design team’s approach. Included in the renovation is removal of hazardous material and replacement of antiquated infrastructure systems. The existing building will receive a new entry ramp, fully remodeled administration offices and all new finishes. The new addition will house three kindergarten classrooms, three 5th grade classrooms, a gymnasium and restrooms. Upon completion, Westview Elementary will have state-of-the-art technology with smart boards in every classroom, a new intercom system, a synchronized clock system, as well as a new sprinkler system.

Cannon Design provided programming and schematic design services for this project, Bailey Edward is leading the efforts from design development through construction observation and administration.

Pictured Above:
Top left, exterior view of addition that features a brick façade to match the existing structure.
Top right, interior view of finishes installation within the new addition’s gymnasium.
Bottom left, interior view of drywall installation and new fire protection piping in corridor of new addition.
Bottom right, interior view of ceiling grid installation for a renovated classroom space.

Design Competition - On-The-Job Advantage

2013-02-28T21:52:57Z

Architectural design competitions are an opportunity for emerging design professionals to research and learn about current social and economic trends. The challenge comes in using that intelligence to articulate the role architecture can play in a solution. Design competitions provide an opportunity where the designer is free to explore and craft architectural responses to these issues.

The staff of Bailey Edward routinely participates in architectural design competitions. Generally, a team of designers coalesce and strategize options that expand from addressing the needs of the client to encompass innovative approaches new to the field. Bailey Edward staff developed a design for the redevelopment of an old air force base; the solution transforms the base into a research and production center for bio-fuel and drone testing and provides the local community with cultural resources such as a performing arts center and nature park.

In recent months, staff member Damon Wilson prepared a design response to a call for entries that addressed the re-use of the historically-significant Prentice Hospital in Chicago. The cantilevered cloverleaf building, designed by famed architect Bertrand Goldberg, was completed in 1975. Wilson’s design response (pictured) allowed him to “have a voice and be a participant to push the conversation forward about architecture and our relationship to it as humans.” By engaging in design competitions, Wilson finds he’s able to fold the strategies and architectural language explored back into our work.

Historic Urbana Armory: The Renovation Tour

2013-01-23T16:47:02Z

Ms. Laurie Goscha of the Bailey Edward will be providing a presentation of the recently completed project, “Renovation of the Historic Urbana Armory in Urbana, Illinois”. Laurie will show how sustainability and energy concepts can be implemented to meet current building demands while maintaining a building's historic character. The presentation will include a detailed discussion of specific LEED credits sought and design solutions utilized. Following the presentation, Laurie will lead the attendees on a brief tour of the facility highlighting the sustainable solutions implemented.

Ms. Goscha is a registered Architect in Illinois and Wisconsin and is a LEED Accredited Professional with specialization in Building Design & Construction at Bailey Edward. Ms. Goscha has additional training and expertise in Project Management, Anti-Terrorism / Force Protection Standards and Value Management. As an Associate Value Specialist, Ms. Goscha facilitates value management workshops and provides clients with functional project solutions that meet each client's unique definition of value.

Who may attend:
All SAME Illini Post members and their guests are welcome to attend and colleagues from the Illinois Society of Professional Engineers.

Date & Time:
Tuesday - January 29, 2013
11:30-12:00 Luncheon
12:00-1:00 Presentation and Tour

Is there a cost:
Lunches from Jimmy John's will be ordered. Meals will include an 8" sub, chips, cookie, and a soft drink. The cost is $10 per person. Checks can be made out to SAME Illini Post and brought to the meeting.

Location:
Illinois National Guard Armory
600 East University Avenue
Urbana, IL 61802
United States
See map: google map

Contact Information:
Please RSVP by 12 p.m., Friday, January 25th, to Roch Ducey at r2d2im@yahoo.com, or call 217-367-9230. If you need to cancel your reservation, please do so by Monday, January 28th. NO CHANGES OR ADDITIONS WILL BE ALLOWED AFTER THE 25th. CANCELLATIONS AFTER THE 28th WILL STILL BE CHARGED $10.

Reason to Give: Winter Coat Drive

2012-12-03T16:19:13Z

Bailey Edward and ReasontoGive.com are teamed up and giving back this holiday season. Help Humboldt Park families keep warm this winter. Bring in a winter coat to BE's Chicago office now through December 17th.

Open House Honoring Ken Nelson

2012-11-19T18:41:21Z

Please join us in honoring Ken Nelson as he retires from an outstanding 50 years of contribution to the practice of architecture

Friday, December 7, 2012
4 – 7pm

Champaign Country Club
1211 S Prospect Avenue
Champaign, IL 61820

Hosted by Bailey Edward
217-363-3375
lcollett@baileyedward.com

Building New Economy in Faith Environments

2012-11-13T18:18:48Z

If you are a faith leader at a house of worship that serves your community,

If you are a lay leader or volunteer at a congregation that is committed to service, justice and peace,

If you are interested in the role that sacred places play in revitalizing neighborhoods and helping those in need,

If you want to network with foundation program officers, city officials and experts that support the work of community-serving congregations...

Join us, Partners for Sacred Places and Bailey Edward for our first annual conference - Building New Economy in Faith Environments:
Leveraging Your Sacred Place to Maximize Community Impact

December 6, 2012
8am-5pm

Quinn Chapel A.M.E. Church
2401 S. Wabash Ave.
Chicago, IL 60616

The event will prepare congregations and their partners to maximize their community impact, providing solutions that build capacity and stability for Chicagoland's houses of worship.

Attendees will learn how to grow their membership, and increase their impact through partnerships with community and ministry groups.

They will learn to navigate the regulatory requirements and to secure funding for their work.

Leaders from the faith, philanthropy and preservation fields will conduct lectures and panel discussions, and a curated group of vendors will be available to exchange ideas and expertise from construction to finance.

Space is Limited.
Please RSVP to chicago@sacredplaces.org

Questions?
Check Out Our Event Website or Contact Amy Schachman
aschachman@sacredplaces.org | 866.796.0297 x93

A Gift for the Ages - Tour UIUC's renovated Lincoln Hall

2012-09-18T16:48:52Z

UIUC's renovated Lincoln Hall is this Fall's must-see attraction in the Urbana-Champaign area. Celebrated as a 'new Gift for the Ages', the century old campus icon's rehabilitated marble foyer, gold leaf adornments and green technologies are drawing crowds of visitors.

In the early Spring, the American Institute of Architects Central Illinois Chapter completed a second of two tours of the facility. The first tour was undertaken while the building renovations were under construction. "The AIA Central Illinois Chapter is a great group, they routinely find new and interesting ways to educate and share member accomplishments. The follow up tour of UIUC’s Lincoln Hall is one such example." shared Bailey Edward's Karla Smalley.

"Ron Harrison of Cannon Design and I were able to walk through the nearly completed renovation with AIACI members – many members had toured the facility a year ago when the project was deep in the construction phase. ‘Before’ and ‘after’ in an up close and personal way is one of the best exercises for true architectural appreciation. It was a pleasure to share our hard work with our peers." added Smalley.

Don't miss your opportunity to tour this historic gem. Register today for the Lincoln Hall Open House on Saturday, October 27th during Homecoming Weekend.

Historic Illinois Schools - Community Assets

2012-09-18T16:08:10Z

Historic schools and older school buildings can be successfully rehabilitated into 21st century teaching environments, they can continue to be assets to their communities and provide continuity. Support for this sentiment is demonstrated by Gov. Pat Quinn signing into state school construction law an amendment that allows school districts to consider rehabilitating aging buildings, rather than just demolishing and replacing them.

"These structures are typically a significant aspect of the built environment of communities. I'm glad to see the state recognizes both the cultural contribution of the buildings, as well as the sustainability qualities of rehabilitation." shared Bailey Edward Principal, Robin Whitehurst. "In my opinion, rehabilitation should be considered first and foremost for those reasons and for economic reasons. Many of these schools are of very durable construction and were built to last." added Whitehurst.

Through Bailey Edward's work with Chicago Public Schools and the Champaign School District, we have collaborated on the rehabilitation of a number of older school buildings that range from an early childhood learning center in a converted bread baking factory, to additions and remodeling including energy efficient upgrades to four elementary schools in Champaign. As architects, Bailey Edward staff are passionate about protecting the character of historic structures.

Read SB 639 here

Successful Historic Restoration & Renovation at the Chicago Temple Building

2012-09-12T19:42:45Z

AIA Chicago's HRC and IFRAA hosted a Historic Restoration & Renovation Tour of First United Methodist Church yesterday. The tour, lead by Bailey Edward Principal, Robin Whitehurst, and Historic Preservation Leader, Susan Turner, highlighted the restoration and renovation of the Sanctuary and Pierce Hall spaces within the 27-story 1927 Chicago Temple Building.

After an introduction by Rev. Phil Blackwell, participants learned about the various upgrades within the Sanctuary for lighting, sound and accessibility to the chancel. Additionally, the tour outlined the new central aisle configuration, this solution was devised to accommodate changing worship style needs of the congregation. Renovation solutions within Pierce Hall demonstrate the need to accommodate flexibility to meet a variety of ministries within the church, as well as Silk Road Theatre Project. Historic preservation strategies such as reversibility and sympathetic additions were discussed. At the conclusion of the tour, attendees were invited to tour the Sky Chapel, located at the base of the steeple.

Tour participant Brian Robertson, AIA summarized "I've faced many similar infrastructure issues existing builds, and it is good to see others solve problems in ways sympathetic to keeping original spaces intact, and inserting new work so that it seems as if it was originally meant to be that way."

Crazy for a cause

2012-09-11T19:54:35Z

On Saturday, September 8th, Bailey Edward staff participated in the CarX Crazy K at the Champaign County Fairgrounds. The CarX Crazy K is a twist on the traditional 5K run - teams race over, around, under and through 5 kilometers of varying obstacles and challenges - all for the sake of raising money for charity.

Bailey Edward's six-person Crazy K team consisted of Karla Smalley, Ryan Chester, Nathan Steffen, Michael Brown, Rebecca Smalley and John Brown. "We had a fantastic time representing Bailey Edward and getting down and dirty in the mud" shared Nathan Steffen. These sentiments were further expressed by Ryan Chester, "I am grateful to have had the opportunity to participate. We all had a blast and got plenty dirty for a good cause."

The American Red Cross, Habitat for Humanity and the Champaign Urbana Schools Foundation are just a few of the 27 local charities who benefit from the proceeds of the race.

Senator Kohl and Local Architect Confer at the US Capitol

2012-08-14T14:36:20Z

Mrs. Laurie Goscha, Associate Principal of Bailey Edward, an architecture firm, located in Rhinelander, recently visited Washington, DC, to speak with Wisconsin’s Senator Herb Kohl regarding Senate appropriations budgeting and legislation. Goscha stated, “It was a pleasure meeting Senator Kohl. Bailey Edward has been tracking planned spending on military, veteran’s hospital and clinic construction, and Senator Kohl clarified how projects are being selected for construction and where future spending may be heading.” Goscha, whose government work includes National Guard projects, also felt, “It was encouraging to hear that the needs of Veterans and the National Guard are recognized and supported by Senator Kohl. Their facilities are in need of modernization and I made the Senator aware of the upcoming Army National Guard Readiness Center Transformation Master Plan scheduled to be presented to Congress at the end of this calendar year.”

Upon learning that Bailey Edward was located in Rhinelander, Goscha explained, “The Senator’s face lit up and he noted that he ‘buys all of his shoes at Danner’s’ and was very familiar with the legend of the Hodag.” Goscha encouraged Senator Kohl to advocate for Wisconsin women business owners. Federal and numerous state governments recognize women-owned businesses as being economically disadvantaged and set goals for selection of these companies on government contracts i.e. Illinois 7%, Wisconsin no goals.

Goscha is a Registered Architect and LEED Accredited Professional focused on creative sustainable solutions in the education, healthcare, military, community and government markets. She is a member of the City of Rhinelander Planning Commission and Historic Preservation Commission. Bailey Edward redefines responsive architecture for clients who serve, support and protect the public. As a woman-owned small business, the firm serves the entire Midwest Region.

A Box Within a Box - Logan Center for the Arts

2012-07-05T15:20:18Z

Bailey Edward staff members Damon Wilson, Angela Lee, Erin Masters-Beyers, Prashant Gongal and Chris Hainer, were treated to a walk-thru of the $114 million Reva & David Logan Center for the Arts currently under construction in Hyde Park at the University of Chicago.

The tour of this new creativity 'mixing bowl' started on the tenth floor outdoor terrace. From this point, the tour progressed downward to the performance penthouse on the ninth floor; the seminar terrace on the eighth floor; the performance studio and practice rooms on the seventh floor; the studios and screening rooms on the second floor; and, the black box, proscenium theater and performance hall on the ground level.

"Our tour guide stressed how important acoustics and acoustic separation were throughout the building. All of the performance and practice spaces are "a box within a box” acoustically separated and shaped for optimum acoustic quality which you can really see from the floor plans." shared Erin Masters-Beyers.

Learn more about this project here.

Look How the Gold Leaf Gleams

2012-06-25T16:53:27Z

As the renovation work to UIUC's Lincoln Hall nears completion, the building's restored historic details are catching the eye of all who enter. Gleaming gold leaf and copper, as well as elaborately decorated medallions, scrollwork and other embellishments are once again a 'wow' factor to be enjoyed by students, staff and faculty a like. Further explore the renovation here.

Investing in Education at Westview

2012-06-06T14:38:06Z

A groundbreaking ceremony was recently held at Westview Elementary School. The $7 million expansion and renovation will provide a new gymnasium and six new classrooms. Space for special programs and improved accessibility were paramount to the design solutions. Both students and School Board members were on hand for the ceremony. View the WAND News report of the event here.

Find Assistance in Orange at JETC 2012

2012-05-25T14:06:23Z

Earlier this week Champaign Branch Manager, Kevin Schnebly, greeted attendees at the Society of American Military Engineers (SAME) Joint Engineer Training Conference (JETC) event hosted by the SAME St Louis Post.

As one of many SAME member volunteers, Kevin assisted active committee members and association leaders with express registration. He guided attendees through badging, scanning and the conference event schedule, which helped to orientate participants.

Kevin summarized his participation by saying “I had a great experience volunteering for the JETC 2012 in St. Louis. I met a lot of really interesting professionals from so many different fields. The SAME volunteer shirts were bright orange to help the volunteers stand out. Being from Illini country, I forget how many people outside of Central Illinois don't find bright orange to be a standard wardrobe color."

Argonne's Advanced Materials Design Exploration

2012-05-17T15:43:41Z

Bailey Edward's BSL2 web lab design supports the Argonne Institute for Molecular Engineering's mission to advance thin film technology and new polymer characterization. Read the full article here

Green Ribbon School Designation for CPS Waters Elementary

2012-04-24T22:27:26Z

Bailey Edward is delighted to share the news that Thomas J. Waters Elementary School recently received Green Ribbon School designation from the U.S. Department of Education. Read about this prestigious designation here.

Vendor of the Year Nomination

2012-04-13T18:20:24Z

The University of Chicago Department of Facilities Services nominated Bailey Edward for their prestigious Vendor of the Year designation. The University of Chicago and Bailey Edward have collaborated on various architectural projects over the past two years. Projects range from office renovation and accessibility upgrades on the academic campus, to high-tech laboratory and patient areas within the medical center.

"The Vendor of the Year event was a great night. For our staff exceeding expectations is the expectation, we feel fortunate to work with the University of Chicago and to have our efforts recognized." stated Omar Bailey, Branch Manager of Bailey Edward's Chicago office.

Study and Sustainability for UIS Public Safety Building

2012-02-16T17:01:04Z

The University of Illinois at Springfield has charged Bailey Edward with development of a feasibility study for a new 14,000 sf Public Safety Building. The study investigates two potential sites for the new facility. The goal of the new facility is to provide law enforcement officials with the space necessary to facilitate their present and future operations. The design will provide students and faculty with evening hours access to the facility, as well as areas for the police to question witnesses. Much needed secure storage spaces for evidence and weapons will also be provided in the new facility.

“According to Dave Barrows, Associate Chancellor of Administrative Affairs at UIS, one of the design goals for the new facility is to utilize sustainable components and obtain LEED Certified status” explains Steven Juarez, Project Manager at Bailey Edward.

The scope of work provided by Bailey Edward includes conducting programming interviews, developing design options and review of the potential solutions with designated stakeholders. Bailey Edward’s study includes a preliminary space program, conceptual site plans, building schematic floor plans and a preliminary estimate of construction cost.

"I just wanted to drop a quick note to you, to let you know how much I appreciate the effort that your team put together for us in our programming and cost study. Steve and Ken were exceptional throughout the entire process. They were thorough, professional and patient while working with myself, Don Mitchell and his staff...I hope we are able to work together again in the future. All my best and thank you again for sending us such a wonderful team to work with!"

David T. Barrows, AIA
Associate Chancellor of Administrative Affairs
Executive Director of Facilities and Services
University of Illinois Springfield

Curriculum-Responsive Design

2012-01-13T16:24:00Z

Innovations for Educational Facility Design, as featured in Architectural Record Magazine, highlights elements of curriculum-responsive design for project-based learning. Download the full article and learn more about schools like Booker T. Washington Elementary School, designed by Bailey Edward and Cannon Design, which focus on creating academic communities and project-based learning environments.

Earn AIA/CES credit for reading this article. After reading the article, obtain AIA/CES credits by passing the quiz at ce.architecturalrecord.com

Rendering courtesy of Cannon Design

Decoded design at Milan Illinois National Guard

2011-12-19T16:34:12Z

WQAD-TV news team, which serves the Quad Cities area of West-Central Illinois and Eastern Iowa, recently featured a segment decoding the design on the exterior of the Milan Illinois National Guard Readiness Center addition. Bailey Edward exercised creativity in the design of the addition. The design incorporates seven words as Morse code patterns on the walls that symbolize the National Guard values: Loyalty, Duty, Respect, Service, Honor, Integrity, and Courage. Embedded in the bricks and mortar of this building, these words will serve as daily inspiration to all who choose to serve our country.

View the news segment

Guidelines Garner 'Best Practice' Award Recognition

2011-12-02T23:56:33Z

Bailey Edward, in association with The Lakota Group, prepared The Naperville Historic Building Design and Resource Manual (Guidelines) to address appropriate preservation procedures and methods for alterations, changes and additions to properties located within the Local Historic District. The Guidelines also serve as an educational document that encourage appropriate maintenance and rehabilitation consistent with a building’s historic architectural style, character and scale of the existing historic neighborhood.

Bailey Edward and The Latoka Group attended meetings with City staff to discuss the project timeline, structure, format and general content of design guidelines; then, conducted a drive-through of the Historic District and adjacent historic neighborhoods in central Naperville. Development of the Guidelines also included introduction of the project to the Historic District residents and the community at-large, which involved workshops to obtain input regarding residents’ needs and expectations.

The Illinois Chapter of the American Planning Association has honored The City of Naperville Historic Sites Commission with a 'Best Practice' Award for their Historic Preservation Initiatives. The Guidelines, prepared by Bailey Edward and The Lakota Group, are a contributing component of the Historic Preservation Initiatives.

Ellen Dickson Leads Islamic Architecture Discussion

2011-11-01T21:27:30Z

Join the Glenview Ismaili Jamatkhana and Chicago IFRAA Knowledge Community for a lecture and tour of the new facility, led by Ellen Bailey Dickson, President of Bailey Edward.

The Jamatkhana’s design reflects the group’s belief that esoteric knowledge is communicated by the Imam (prayer leader) to the Jamat (community) through numerical symbolism expressed in architecture. The building encompasses a Prayer Hall, Social Lobby, Social Hall and Char Bagh Garden; each of which received special design attention from Bailey Edward.

The Prayer Hall’s wood doors are decorated with stained glass inserts that display the symbolic patterns. The Qibla wall, positioned east towards Mecca, with tall bronze screens over long exterior windows, is flanked by carved wood panels creating a ceremonial backdrop for services. In the Social Lobby, the granite floor features an assembly of heptagons forming the symbol unique to this Jamatkhana. One-of-a-kind tapestry panels decorate the walls and custom bronze-finished lights illuminate the room. The unique heptagon is again reinvented in the design of the fountain within the Char Bagh Garden.

Event Date/Time:
Sunday, November 13, 2011 @ 3:00 - 4:30 pm

Event Location:
Glenview Ismaili Jamatkhana
100 Shermer Road
Glenview, IL 60025

Please RSVP to the Ismaili Jamatkhana:ICMW@USAJI.org

The program is expected to be eligible for 1.5 AIA CES credits.

Robin Whitehurst Accepts Preservation Recognition

2011-11-01T21:59:51Z

The Winnetka Landmark Preservation Commission selected the the Cenotaph at the Village Green as recipient of a Preservation Award for restoration work completed by Robin Whitehurst of Bailey Edward. The historic preservation work performed restores the property to its original appearance using original plans and required research.

In 1927, proud Winnetka residents funded a memorial honoring hometown Winnetka soldiers who made the supreme sacrifice in World War I. Samuel S. Otis, an architect trained at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and Harvard designed the winning solution. The Winnetka Cenotaph is a 1,600 sf monument with platform, steps, benches and cenotaph proper cut from Tennessee marble. The ‘tomb’ is adorned with bronze stars plated in 14 karat gold honoring the veterans killed in World War I and features bronze plaques engraved with the names of Winnetka’s war lost from World War II, the Korean Conflict and the Vietnam Conflict. Flanking the ‘tomb’ are bronze eagles that illustrate protection and endurance of those lost loved ones. To finish out the design of the monument, a nine foot tall gilded eagle with wings in air is mounted on a flagpole staff of Oregon fir nearly 300 years old. The Winnetka Cenotaph stands at the crown of the Village Green honoring those 192 Village sons and daughters.

The Winnetka Cenotaph stands as a centerpiece of Village annual patriotic ceremonies and community festivals. It is a gathering place for families enjoying the park on a daily basis. It has become not only a soldier’s monument but a proud symbol of the Village of Winnetka.

In its 84-year history, the monument’s marble and bronze has symbolized stability and respect, however in recent years it became evident that along with the marble, the monument’s honor was cracking and in need of a prideful restoration. The Winnetka Cenotaph was displaying signs of movement and deterioration. Given the prominent location of this memorial and its importance to the community, in 2008 the Village determined it a priority to restore the monument.

Water ingress had caused stones to migrate and joints to open. Once in the wall, the water saturated the mortar beds. Freeze-thaw action caused additional mortar deteriorations, allowing the anchors to loosen. While some stones were cracked, others were stained with water runoff from the bronze plaques. The flagpole-topping eagle had lost its glorious luster.

A study was performed to examine the monument. Careful preservation efforts involved removal of stones to reveal the method of attachment, the condition and configuration of the substrate, and evidence of the dynamics that caused the deterioration. To retain the historic appearance, each stone was surveyed, labeled and cleaned to remove bronze staining. Selective patching and Dutchmen repair work successfully integrated old with new stone. The mortar bed was augmented with a concrete layer and a concealed drainage system. The monuments’ bronze eagles, flagpole base and plaques were repaired and waxed; the adorned stars were dip electroplated; and the eagle topping the flagpole was re-gilded.

Completed in 2009, the restoration of the Winnetka Cenotaph demonstrates a community committed to remembrance and advocacy. Furthermore, it reflects the thoughts of fallen World War I veteran Dinsmore Ely ‘It is an investment, not a loss, when a man dies for his country.’

Cleared for Take-Off: Bailey Edward Begins Kankakee Armory Project

2011-10-20T14:50:19Z

Bailey Edward, an award-winning architecture, historic preservation and interior design firm, has been awarded the $48 million Illinois Army National Guard Readiness Center and Aviation Support Facility project to be constructed at the Greater Kankakee Airport.

The current facility, located at Midway Airport, is suffering from a diminishing safety zone between the apron and taxiway as runways have been extended and the size of commercial airliners increases. The 168,000 square foot Illinois Army National Guard Readiness Center and Aviation Support Facility will incorporate a 64,000 square foot readiness center and a 104,000 square foot aviation support facility designed to serve the peacetime mission of the assigned Army National Guard units. The facility will provide for the administration, training and maintenance activities necessary to improve the units’ readiness posture. Elements of specific importance include hangar space for ten UH-60 Black Hawk helicopters, a weapons simulator training space and task-loaded combat simulated flight environments. The facility will be designed to incorporate LEED sustainability measures.

Bailey Edward’s experience with Readiness Center’s for the Illinois National Guard includes new construction of the 50,000 sf Readiness Center in Galesburg, Illinois. The Galesburg facility provides resources for two National Guard units and is viewed by the Illinois Department of Military Affairs as a model for new facility development. Also within Bailey Edward’s portfolio is the renovation, restoration and retro-commissioning work performed at the 75,000 sf Readiness Center in Urbana, Illinois. The Urbana facility, constructed in 1939, features historically-significant Art Deco styling. Bailey Edward’s efforts assist the Illinois National Guard with their goals to preserve the historic fabric of the structure while accommodating renovations to provide modern amenities and optimum energy performance.

Other firms instrumental in accomplishing the successful design and construction of the new Kankakee facility include KJWW Engineering Consultants providing mechanical, electrical, plumbing and technology engineering; Hanson Professional Services providing structural and geotechnical engineering, as well as military planning; Crawford, Murphy and Tilly providing civil engineering and airport planning; Coover-Clark & Associates providing army aviation support facility design consulting services; dbHMS providing life-cycle costing and design review of the mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems; Rubinos & Mesia Engineers providing design review of structural and civil engineering systems; and JH2B Architects providing on-site construction administration and observation services.

Bailey Edward, a woman-owned small business, serves Illinois, Wisconsin, Michigan and the entire Midwest Region. Founded in 1991, their clients include the U.S. Department of Agriculture, General Services Administration and Department of Veterans Affairs, in addition to the National Guard. For more information, visit the firm’s Web site at www.baileyedward.com.

Branch Manager’s Insight from On-Site

2011-10-20T14:23:10Z

Bailey Edward, an award-winning architecture, historic preservation and interior design firm, has appointed Mr. Kevin Schnebly Branch Manager of the firm’s Champaign office.

As a construction administrator with ten years experience in the field, Schnebly is tasked to make certain construction is consistent with the quality of the plans and specifications. In addition, his experience assessing building systems and architectural conditions helps renovation and preservation design run more smoothly. He is a LEED Accredited Professional, holds several OSHA and ACI certifications and is a volunteer firefighter for the Bement Fire Protection District. Vast field experience and a comprehensive understanding of policies, procedures and requirements associated with each project phase allow Schnebly to provide valuable insights and relevant, practical solutions to staff. His project management capabilities transform to position him as a leader and mentor. “My experiences managing quality and deadlines in the field have provided me with the tools necessary to ensure work produced by our Champaign office exceeds expectations for quality and is delivered to the client on time,” explained Schnebly. Schnebly can be reached at 217.363.3375 or kschnebly@baileyedward.com.

Bailey Edward, a woman-owned small business, serves Illinois, Wisconsin, Michigan and the entire Midwest Region. Founded in 1991, they work in the education, government, healthcare and religious sectors. For more information, visit the firm’s Web site at www.baileyedward.com.

Discipline Leader Cultivates Historic Preservation Sector

2011-10-20T14:16:32Z

Bailey Edward, an award-winning architecture, historic preservation and interior design firm, has appointed Mrs. Susan Turner, AIA, PMP, LEED AP as Historic Preservation Discipline Leader.

Turner is a licensed architect with 24 years of architecture experience focused on discerning, yet creative solutions for restorations, renovations and additions to historically significant structures. Serving on the AIA Chicago Chapter’s Historic Resource Committee, she has been collaborating with the staff of Bailey Edward for the past three years. “Everyone is talking sustainability these days. I am fully supportive of sustainable design – historic preservation is the original green building, conserving not only the embodied energy of these sturdy assets, but also the cultural heritage of those architects who came before us,” explained Turner. Turner can be reached at 312.440.2300 or sturner@baileyedward.com.

Bailey Edward, a woman-owned small business, serves Illinois, Wisconsin, Michigan and the entire Midwest Region. Founded in 1991, their clients include the U.S. Department of Agriculture, General Services Administration and Veterans Administration, to name a few. For more information, visit the firm’s Web site at www.baileyedward.com.

Discipline Leader Taps Healthcare Sector

2011-10-20T14:12:31Z

Bailey Edward, an award-winning architecture, historic preservation and interior design firm, has appointed Mr. Michael Petti, AIA, NCARB, LEED AP as Healthcare Discipline Leader.

Petti is a licensed architect with 23 years practicing architecture that offers a solutions-based interpretation to the complex needs of modern healthcare design. He is an active member of AIA’s Chicago Chapter, serving as Chairman to the Healthcare Knowledge Community. As a new member of Bailey Edward’s staff, Petti’s design experience with the Veterans Administration and other healthcare centers in the Midwest aids him in leveraging the firm’s presence in the healthcare sector. “I feel fortunate to have the opportunity to share my design background in the team environment at Bailey Edward. It’s rewarding to create a clear understanding for a particular methodology and help everyone on the design team develop a better product,” explained Petti. Petti can be reached at 312.440.2300 or mpetti@baileyedward.com.

Bailey Edward, a woman-owned small business, serves Illinois, Wisconsin, Michigan and the entire Midwest Region. Founded in 1991, their clients include the U.S. Department of Agriculture, General Services Administration and Veterans Administration, to name a few. For more information, visit the firm’s Web site at www.baileyedward.com.

Building Rhinelander: Accessible Architecture

2011-10-20T14:04:20Z

Bailey Edward, a Chicago-based architecture, historic preservation and interior design firm, has recently expanded their services to the Rhinelander, Wisconsin area through the efforts of local resident, Mrs. Laurie Goscha. Goscha is a licensed architect in Wisconsin with 15 years experience practicing architecture that has focused on sensitive, yet creative solutions for renovation, addition and new construction projects. Previously serving as Chief Architect in Bailey Edward’s Champaign, Illinois office, she has been collaborating with the staff of Bailey Edward for the past seven years.

Goscha is anxious to utilize her knowledge of design and construction for education, healthcare, municipal and preservation projects throughout Oneida County. “The Northwoods has a wonderful heritage to preserve and build upon with opportunities for growth that will enhance the quality of life for all of our residents. As a local architect, I share the values held by our community and am looking forward to providing professional services for a variety of projects,” explained Goscha.

Goscha can be reached at 715.203.1843 or lgoscha@baileyedward.com.

Bailey Edward, a woman-owned small business, serves Wisconsin, Illinois and the entire Midwest Region. Founded in 1991, their clients include the U.S. Department of Agriculture, General Services Administration and Veterans Administration, to name a few. For more information, visit the firm’s website at www.baileyedward.com.

Institute of Politics Opens at University of Chicago

2013-04-09T23:01:52Z

On Monday, April 8th, the staff of Bailey Edward listened as Mr. David Axelrod, Director of The University of Chicago (UC) Institute of Politics, and UC President Mr. Robert Zimmer officially opened the new Institute of Politics located in the recently renovated early 1900’s era four-story mansion at 5707 South Woodlawn in Chicago.

The nonpartisan extracurricular Institute of Politics program was first envisioned by Mr. Axelrod and President Zimmer just two years ago when they identified a need for a program that encourages UC students with a passion for politics and public service. In his address at the official opening and ribbon cutting ceremony, Mr. Axelrod expressed his appreciation for the speed that enabled this vision to become a reality. President Zimmer echoed Mr. Axelrod’s sentiments and explained that the Institute is meant to be a place where contemporary discussions and diverse point of views converge.

As Architect of Record for the full building renovation to the historic mansion that now serves as the home to the Institute of Politics, it was integral that Bailey Edward’s design solutions not only accommodate reception, offices and group meeting room spaces, but also integrate all necessary technology components essential to the state-of-the-art conference center.

At the ceremony, Institute staff shared with Bailey Edward staff their respect for the overall balance of historic elements and modern touches. Further, the Institute staff find the work spaces to have an open feel with good flow – they also find it hard to remember that their office was once a private residence.

In placing client goals above all else, the Bailey Edward team was able to complete the Institute of Politics renovation in a manner that both Mr. Axelrod and President Zimmer found to have ‘exceeded expectations’.

Doing Business with the Forest Service

2013-06-11T20:17:40Z

Improving capabilities and gaining a competitive edge are the focus of a three-hour training session to be hosted at the Bailey Edward Rhinelander, WI office on Thursday, June 20, 2013 from 1PM to 4PM. Organized by the Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WisPro), the workshop features Shawn Lacina, Contracting Officer with the U.S. Forest Service Lake States Acquisition Team (LSAT). LSAT is responsible for all acquisitions over $25,000 in the four National Forests in Wisconsin and Michigan.

In addition to learning about what it takes to contract with the U.S. Forest Service and what major projects are coming up, attendees will learn the basics of what is involved in making the Government a customer. Insights on the different registrations and certifications will be shared, along with an understanding of how to conduct market research in the acronym riddled government marketplace.

“As a participant in WisPro events across the state, I’ve applied the business advice and technical expertise gleaned from their workshops to business development strategies that are generating positive results.” shared Laurie Goscha, Associate Principal at Bailey Edward. “Bailey Edward is pleased to be giving back to WisPro by hosting this U.S. Forest Service-focused workshop and we look forward to identifying what we can do to address the facility needs of the Forest Service in a creative, responsive and professional manner.” added Goscha.

Registration is now open for the ‘Federal Contracting 101 & Doing Business with the U.S. Forest Service’ workshop, visit http://www.wispro.org/eventdetail.asp?ID=657 to register online and learn more about other outreach efforts organized by the Wisconsin Procurement Institute.

Conference on Building Economy in Faith Environments

2013-06-18T15:19:13Z

Bailey Edward and Partners for Sacred Places hosted their first annual conference focused on providing congregations with a crash course on how to best leverage houses of worship to maximize community impact. With over 150 attendees at the free one-day event, faith leaders had the opportunity to network with local leaders in preservation, community development and philanthropy.

The day began with a keynote address from Partners' Executive Vice President, Tuomi Forrest, who introduced the Economic Halo Effect research and methodology. Next, Bailey Edward Principal, Robin Whitehurst, and Partners' Vice President for Philanthropy and Business Development, Gianfranco Grande, introduced fundamentals of space sharing with community groups as well as with other congregations.

During lunch attendees mingled with vendors ranging from structural engineers to stained glass experts, painting conservators to roofers. Afternoon panels provided attendees with practical advice on how to best implement licensing and legal issues followed by insights on how to identify and secure funding.

At the close of the conference, finalists for the first annual Halo Award were recognized. The finalists honored exhibited innovative strategies for using their space to create a better life for those in their community. Saint Pius V Parish of Pilsen was selected as the Halo Award winner, Father Charles Dahm was presented with an award and a check for $1,000.

The second annual conference is scheduled for October 23 and 24, 2013. Details about the 2013 conference will be made available to the public shortly.

Window Study: Restore, Replace, Add Storm

2013-07-25T14:21:22Z

The State of Illinois funded a major research study on the treatments to the original wood windows on the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign Lincoln Hall, a century-old academic building on the core of the campus. This study, conducted by Bailey Edward, was executed as part of a larger renovation program for the building.

The technical study looked at various window treatments but ended up focusing on three; new storm windows, retrofitting the existing sash with insulated glass, or aluminum-clad wood replacement windows. All three options were investigated using a fifty-year life cycle assessment methodology that emphasized energy and maintenance costs.

The study provides useful technical research into the treatments of historic windows for a type of window that is common on both the U of I campus and other similar buildings across the nation. Further, the State of Illinois is now using this study as a benchmark in determination of window treatments for historic structures.

Review the study here.

Architect 3

2013-08-23T15:32:02Z

LOCATION: Champaign, IL

POSITION DESCRIPTION:
One of the leading Central Illinois Architecture and Engineering Firms, Bailey Edward, is looking for a responsive Architect to become a part of a collaborative, high-energy studio where professional growth and client satisfaction are emphasized. The successful Candidate must have a passion for creating innovative solutions with a desire to grow and maintain Client relationships.

PURPOSE AND SCOPE:
The Candidate must be able to apply sound and diverse knowledge of architectural principles and practices in a broad array of assignments and related fields. He or she must be able to oversee projects from start to finish, supervise project team members, and be the point of contact for clients and consultants, while exhibiting responsibility for accuracy and timeliness of work projects. The successful Candidate must be willing to participate and assist in business development efforts as directed by the firm.

RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES:
• Model firm values of responsiveness, creativity and professionalism.
• Apply Bailey Edward Policies and Procedures.
• Act independently regarding architectural methods and complexities.
• Consult with Supervisor regarding unusual complexities and developments.
• Plan, direct and supervise architectural aspects of report, design or construction projects.
• Supervise, coordinate and review work of a few architects and consultant engineers.
• Execute complex or novel assignments requiring development and implementation of new or improved techniques and procedures.
• Ensure accuracy and timeliness of finished plans, specifications or approval of materials and construction.
• Attend Owner / Architect / Contractor meetings throughout the duration of the project, including during construction.
• Assist in business development efforts established by the firm, including participation in interviews and maintenance of client relationships.
• Willing to travel domestically.
• Apply the applicable industry codes and standards to architectural work performed.
• Promote work share within the other Bailey Edward offices.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

EDUCATION
• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in architecture

CERTIFICATION:
• Professional registration as a licensed Architect
• LEED accredited professional is preferred

EXPERIENCE:
• 8+ years’ experience in an architectural practice with 1+ years demonstrating skills as a project architect.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
• AutoCAD experience with developing construction documents.
• REVIT experience with developing construction documents.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel and Power Point).
• Sketch-up or other comparable modeling software.
• Experience with design and documentation for commercial interiors, including FF&E selections.
• Relevant building codes and standards.
• Specification writing, experience with Masterspec is a plus
• Cost estimating.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem solving skills.
• Accurate attention to detail.

Location: Champaign, IL
Email Resumes: info@baileyedward.com
Reference: CHA13ARCH

Engineering Draftsperson

2013-08-23T15:37:08Z

LOCATION: Fox River Grove, IL

POSITION DESCRIPTION:
One of the leading Chicagoland Architecture and Engineering Firms, Bailey Edward, is looking for a responsive Engineering Draftsperson to become a part of a collaborative, high-energy studio where professional growth and client satisfaction are emphasized. He or she must have a passion for creating innovative solutions with a desire to grow and maintain Client relationships.

PURPOSE AND SCOPE:
The Candidate must be able to apply sound knowledge of engineering drafting principles and practices, as well as have an entry-level knowledge of engineering design principles and practices in a broad array of assignments. The Candidate will work under the direct supervision and guidance of the Project Engineer, providing limited judgment on work details and preliminary selections. He or she will perform drafting and design work, exhibiting responsibility for accuracy and timeliness of work products.

RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES:
• Model firm values of responsiveness, creativity and professionalism.
• Act independently regarding engineering drafting assignments including: drawing set-up, mechanical and electrical plans, drafting red-lines, and preparing shop drawings for Contractors.
• Act independently regarding preliminary mechanical / electrical systems design.
• Consult with Supervisor for assignments and for direction with engineering complexities.
• Coordinate and review work with in-house, as well as consulting, Architects, Engineers and Contractors.
• Carry out drafting and design assignments and assist Project Engineers and Mechanical / Electrical Engineers with project tasks.
• Perform Field Surveys.
• Ensure accuracy and timeliness of finished drawings.
• Ensure drawings comply with company standard details and drawing practices.
• Attend Owner / Architect / Contractor meetings throughout the duration of assigned projects, including construction.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

EDUCATION / CERTIFICATION / EXPERIENCE
• Associates Degree in AutoCAD and Design Theory
• Three or more years’ experience employed as drafter / designer
• One or more years’ experience in an engineering firm, demonstrating skills as an Engineering Draftsperson

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)
• Expert in AutoCAD
• Experience in 2D and 3D drafting
• Proficient in Bluebeam
• Experience with REVIT is a plus
• Strong interpersonal skills, including excellent oral and written communication skills, are a plus.

Location: Fox River Grove, IL
Email Resumes: info@baileyedward.com
Reference FRG13ED

Mechanical Engineer

2013-08-23T15:43:26Z

LOCATION: Fox River Grove, IL

POSITION DESCRIPTION:
One of the leading Chicagoland Architecture and Engineering Firms, Bailey Edward, is looking for a responsive Mechanical Engineer to become a part of a collaborative, high-energy studio where professional growth and client satisfaction are emphasized. The successful Candidate must have a passion for creating innovative solutions with a desire to grow and maintain Client relationships.

PURPOSE AND SCOPE:
The Candidate must be able to apply sound knowledge of mechanical engineering principles and practices in a broad array of assignments. He or she will perform mechanical design work of equipment and systems, developing and reviewing potential projects, and providing support during major project implementation. Additionally, the individual will be required to lead in the execution and coordination of assigned project mechanical work, exhibiting responsibility for accuracy and timeliness of work assigned.

RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES:
• Model firm values of responsiveness, creativity and professionalism.
• Apply Bailey Edward Policies and Procedures.
• Responsible for project and proposal quality and schedule.
• Perform normal and complex aspects of mechanical engineering.
• Plan, schedule and conduct work requiring judgment in the independent evaluation, selection and adaptation of mechanical engineering technique, procedures and criteria.
• Interface with clients and suppliers.
• Willing to travel domestically.
• Apply the applicable industry codes and standards to mechanical work performed.
• Review and/or approve mechanical drawings, calculations and equipment/material specifications.
• Interface with other disciplines.
• Promote work share within the other Bailey Edward offices.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

EDUCATION/ CERTIFICATION/ EXPERIENCE:
• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering
• Professional registration required – Illinois licensed PE
• LEED accredited professional preferred
• Experience with mechanical building systems and energy conservation for government, commercial and industrial facilities.
• Minimum of ten years’ experience with at least five years’ experience in the aforementioned sectors.
• Experience in the design of HVAC, plumbing and fire protection systems, including: analysis, equipment selection, layout, design and specifications.
• Experience with engineering deliverables such as: mechanical equipment sizing and system sizing calculations, material takeoffs, mechanical layout and detail drawings, mechanical system descriptions, equipment and load lists, and 3-D modeling.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel and Power Point).
• AutoCAD
• Experience in 2D and 3D graphics
• Experience with REVIT is a plus
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem solving skills.
• Accurate attention to detail.
• Demonstrated experience leading engineering design efforts from concept through project closeout.

Location: Fox River Grove, IL
Email Resumes: info@baileyedward.com
Reference FRG13MECH

Preserving the Past, Conserving the Future

2013-08-29T16:20:08Z

At Urbana Readiness Center, renovation of an historic facility beat the budget and aspires to earn LEED Gold.

When Terry Anderson (LTC Ret), the former Chief of Planning for the Department of Military Affairs, IL looked to modernize the 1938 Readiness Center in Urbana, IL, his first thought was to build a new facility. However, when funds were appropriated several years earlier than anticipated, plans had to change. Anderson noted, “We weren’t planning to build in FY09, so when the opportunity presented itself, we realized that renovation would be the right answer for this facility.” Bailey Edward, a Midwest-based, women-owned, small architecture firm with a track record of successful projects with the National Guard was selected with their team of consulting engineers to take on the mission. “The Guard asked us to take an historic 83,000sf cast-in-place concrete armory and develop it from Schematic Design to Bidding in 8 months. It was a challenge we just couldn’t pass up,” stated Ellen Bailey Dickson, Managing Principal at Bailey Edward.

HISTORIC CHALLENGES
If a shortened design phase wasn’t challenging enough, the design team learned that the building had been determined to be “eligible” for the National Register of Historic Places by the State Historic Preservation Officer at the Illinois Historic Preservation Agency (IHPA). This designation could potentially create roadblocks to meeting key project requirements like increasing the net assignable area of the building, meeting or exceeding a Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design LEED Silver rating, and meeting minimum Anti-Terrorism/Force Protection (AT/FP) requirements. As the project construction is now complete, success appears to be on the horizon with approval from the IHPA, a potential LEED Gold rating, and solid AT/FP measures in place. The project couldn’t be more timely for the Guard. As the Army National Guard ARNG Readiness Center Transformation Master Planning project is fully underway, the renovation of the Urbana Readiness Center is positioned to provide a template for how existing, historic Readiness Centers can be modernized to meet today’s functional and environmental needs while preserving the character which makes buildings like this unique.

GOALS AND TEAMWORK
How did they do it and how can these results be replicated? First and foremost, these results are the outcome of a solid partnership between the Architects, Engineers, Owner, Using Agency, and Contractors. Trust and respect went a long way in establishing that bond and generating an atmosphere where everyone had a personal stake in the success of the project. Renovation projects have unforeseen conditions and when those arose, the project team was able to openly communicate and work through the challenges to find the best solutions for the project both in terms of cost and schedule.

Second, starting the project with a solid vision and goals for sustainability set the stage for success. This helped to ensure the goals were carried through from concept to building occupancy. Bailey Edward utilized their strategy of bringing a proposed LEED checklist to the very first kickoff meeting and placed their LEED Accredited Professionals on the project who knew what it would take to achieve the sustainability credits. By marrying expert environmental knowledge with their insight into ARNG’s programmatic needs and budget, Bailey Edward was able to establish specific sustainability goals for the project upfront. This clarified what systems and technologies were the best fit for the building before design really began.

With these guiding principles of partnership and early goal setting, the team was able to employ innovative sustainable design strategies and build them into the project from the very beginning.

INNOVATIVE SOLUTIONS
While preservation has value for our communities and culture, the Guard wanted to be sure that investing in a building from the 1930’s made sense for their 21st century needs. With updated AT/FP requirements, a tight budget, and federal sustainability mandates, some wondered if it would even be possible to address all of these needs through a renovation project. The answer was a resounding yes, with all AT/FP requirements met, the cost for the project nearly half what it would have cost to construct a new, similarly sized facility, and an anticipated LEED Gold certification with expected annual energy cost savings of 17.9%.

RESTORATION FOR TODAY’S NEEDS
Earlier projects had replaced the original Readiness Center windows with wood and vinyl casement windows. Not only were these windows leaking water into the building, they were inefficient and did not meet the blast resistance required for AT/FP. The Architect utilized historic photographs found during their research on the facility as the basis for the mullion pattern at the replacement windows and worked with their consulting structural engineer, ABS Consulting, to identify the level of blast protection needed at each window.

The entire building was constructed with a cast-in-place concrete façade which was cracked and spalled allowing further water infiltration into the building. The Architect surveyed the facades and documented each crack and spall, providing drawings and specifications dictating the proper procedures for removal of loose concrete, anti-corrosive treatment for exposed rebar, methods for patching cracks and spalls, and the procedure for coating the entire building with an elastomeric coating. At the area of the building determined to receive the highest blast impact, the Structural Engineers scheduled the inside face of the cast-in-place concrete wall to receive a coating of fiber reinforced polymer composite along with steel brackets which extend from the floor to the roof at the window piers.

To meet the changing needs of the Guard and their updated security measures, various doors were required to be replaced or modernized with updated hardware. The work included the replacement of overhead doors which were designed to match the original wood doors that had formerly led to stables for the cavalry’s horses and restoration of existing wood interior doors to outfit them with modern hardware.

Never far from their minds, the team had to focus on efficiency and creative solutions to keep the project’s budget in line. The construction funds available to renovate the 83,000sf building, construct an addition, and make sizable improvements to the site were just under $14 million. For new construction, a project of similar size and construction quality would be estimated to range between $270 - $300 / sf. Representing a potential budget of $22- $25 million. By reusing over 95% of the existing building shell, structure and interior walls, the Bailey Edward team was able to save nearly 50% of the construction cost of a new structure. That’s money in the bank that can be used for other mission needs.

CONSERVATION FOR TOMORROW
In addition to the initial cost savings realized by reusing the existing building, the energy improvements made to the building will continue to translate into savings at the bottom line for years to come. While it is understood that the LEED rating system may not specifically be utilized in the future, the following sustainable innovations and strategies utilized at the Urbana Readiness Center are applicable under any criteria used to measure the impact on our environment and provide a sustainable roadmap for the renovation of other facilities.

SUSTAINABLE SITES
Reusing the existing location kept the project from becoming a new construction facility on a greenfield site, which in Illinois, typically ends up being located on prime farmland. With a location near the heart of the city, the Readiness Center was able to capitalize on the existing nearby public bus stop and existing bicycle infrastructure, reinforcing the mass transit and cycling culture that was already established in the Champaign-Urbana community.

After evaluation by the project’s civil engineers and landscape architects, Harley-Ellis Devereaux, the site was determined to be conducive to restoration and a bioswale was created for natural filtration of the stormwater coming off of the enlarged military parking lot. As discussed, the project called for the addition of over 12,000sf. By strategically infilling the larger than authorized Assembly Hall and building on top of an existing single story portion of the building, the original building foot print was maintained while gaining the required functional space, resulting in no building increase to the impermeable site area.

WATER EFFICIENCY
In a Readiness Center, showers and toilets are a must. Add to that the size of the units anticipated to utilize the facility and the fixture counts became high. To offset the impact of the water needs for the facility, the plumbing engineers selected low-flow urinals, low-flow lavatory faucets, low-flow shower heads, and dual flush toilets to minimize water usage. After working out the initial commissioning bugs, these devices have had no complaints from the users and are functioning as intended. Additionally, the project’s landscaping utilized native and drought tolerant plantings, removing the need for permanent irrigation.

ENERGY AND ATMOSPHERE
With 12” cast-in-place concrete walls with no insulation as the exterior envelope, improving the thermal performance of the exterior walls was a high priority for the Bailey Edward team. To determine the right solution for the walls, samples were taken and analyzed in a laboratory to determine the composition and condition of the concrete and to characterize the water vapor transmission properties of the existing coating(s) on the exterior surface. Through this analysis and Bailey Edward’s research, it was determined that the exterior walls would be furred out on the interior with 3 5/8” metal studs, filled with spray foam insulation, and covered with gypsum board for a finished interior, tripling the R-value of these walls.

Similarly, existing roofing and insulation was removed and replaced with thicker polyisocyanurate insulation and roofing, more than doubling the R-value of the roof. Electrical and mechanical systems were reviewed and energy efficient systems were designed by KJWW Engineering Consultants. Specifically, outdated lighting was replaced with high-efficiency fixtures, exterior lighting utilized high performance LED fixtures, and a water source variable refrigerant flow system was installed for heating and cooling.

MATERIALS & RESOURCES
In addition to reusing the existing structure, the design team carefully specified new materials, beating LEED credit requirements for recycled content and regionally manufactured materials. The general contractor, Felmley Dickerson Company, exceeded the project’s construction waste management requirements, providing documentation showing an impressive 81% of the construction waste was diverted from landfills through recycling. Construction Project Manager, Jim Meek, included the following in his LEED submission, ”At a minimum, the goal of the project's construction waste management plan was to divert at least 75% of debris from disposal in landfills and incinerators. The approach to satisfy this requirement was to require sorting of all debris materials on site to individually labeled dumpsters by recyclable material type. This sorting of debris was to ensure that the maximum quantity of debris material was in fact appropriately diverted. When a dumpster was filled to capacity, the recycler or hauler would remove the debris from site to be processed and then report the actual weight of debris on a monthly basis. At monthly project meetings, we provided an up-to-date Construction Waste Management Log to track the type and total quantity of debris removed from the project. Types of material debris that were able to be recycled included wood, concrete, metal, and cardboard.”

INDOOR AIR QUALITY
The quality of the air we breathe both during and after construction affects our overall health and productivity. To manage this issue, air quality was monitored during the construction process, and building materials were protected from moisture damage and subsequent mold growth. Bailey Edward specified low VOC materials for adhesives, sealants, paints, coatings, and carpet systems making sure that when specifying these products, they met the performance requirements necessary for a military facility. Additionally, to ensure the right amount of fresh air was available in each room, a carbon dioxide monitoring system was installed to measure Co2 and increase the volume of outside air circulating in each room to match the occupant load in real time.

In conclusion, the renovation and addition to the 1938 Urbana Readiness Center, demonstrates that a historic building can be renovated to meet the needs of today’s military while preserving its unique character and the environment. The innovative solutions implemented in this facility can be translated into facilities nationwide and provide a meaningful roadmap for the transformation of existing Readiness Centers into sustainable assets for the future.

Best in Brick - Bronze Award for Milan National Guard Readiness Center

2013-09-13T19:02:06Z

The Brick Industry Association (BIA) has honored stunning architecture that incorporates fired clay brick. With new categories this year including Renovation/Restoration, the 2013 Brick in Architecture Awards span almost half the country in 21 states, including green building practices that have earned Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) ratings.

“Fired clay brick offers unmatched style and substance,” said BIA President and CEO Gregg Borchelt, P.E. “It offers the aesthetic flexibility to match the architect’s imagination and desires, along with sustainable design, unmatched durability and many benefits from its physical properties,” he said.

BIA selected Bailey Edward's architectural design of the addition to the Illinois National Guard Readiness Center in Milan, Illinois for the Bronze Award in the Renovation/Restoration category. The Milan Readiness Center’s 15,000 sf addition houses an additional 130 soldiers of Forward Support for the Illinois National Guard. Security requirements for key interior spaces – military supply rooms and locker rooms – made it imperative that the exterior walls feature a minimal number of windows with no windows on the first floor level. This design challenge was embraced through the inventive use of clay brick.

Military service is a symbol of the pride an individual holds in its country. Armories and readiness centers have long infused symbols of patriotism in their designs to express that pride: the eagle, the American flag and the well-preserved cannon, boat or aircraft. The Milan Readiness Center is no different. The clay brick design of this addition incorporates seven words as Morse code patterns on the walls that symbolize the Army National Guard values: Loyalty, Duty, Respect, Service, Honor, Integrity, and Courage. Utility-sized face brick in two contrasting colors animates the façade and reinforces the message of strength, durability and security for those under the protection of the National Guard.

Firmly embedded in the bricks and mortar of this building, these words will serve as daily inspiration to all who choose to serve our country.

LEED® Gold for Historic Urbana Readiness Center

2013-10-10T22:45:28Z

The Illinois National Guard Readiness Center in Urbana, Illinois has been awarded LEED® Gold established by the U.S. Green Building Council and verified by the Green Building Certification Institute (GBCI). LEED is the nation’s preeminent program for the design, construction and operation of high performance green buildings.

“The Guard asked us to take an historic 83,000sf cast-in-place concrete armory and develop it from Schematic Design to Bidding in 8 months. It was a challenge we just couldn’t pass up,” stated Ellen Bailey Dickson, Managing Principal at Bailey Edward the architectural firm leading the project. In addition to schedule challenges, the 1938 building had been deemed ‘eligible’ for the National Register of Historic Places, requiring careful planning by the architects to maintain the building’s character defining features while enhancing force protection and modernizing the facility’s outdated infrastructure. Now complete and designated LEED Gold, Bailey Edward’s work at the Urbana Readiness Center is a template for the renovation of military facilities nationwide. The successful modernization of this historic facility demonstrates that the renovation of existing facilities can effectively and affordably meet today’s functional and environmental needs while preserving the character which makes these buildings community keepsakes.

Bailey Edward achieved LEED Gold certification for the Urbana Readiness Center through innovative design strategies that reduced energy consumption, lighting demand, water use and material use while incorporating a variety of other sustainable strategies. By using less energy and water, LEED certified buildings save money for families, businesses and taxpayers; reduce greenhouse gas emissions; and contribute to a healthier environment for residents, workers and the larger community.

“The green building movement offers an unprecedented opportunity to respond to the most-important challenges of our time, including global climate change, dependence on non-sustainable and expensive sources of energy and threats to human health,” said Rick Fedrizzi, President, CEO & Founding Chair, U.S. Green Building Council. “The work of innovative building projects such as the Illinois National Guard Readiness Center in Urbana, Illinois is a fundamental driving force in the green building movement.”

LEED Gold certification was based on a number of green design and construction features that Bailey Edward incorporated into the project which positively impacted the project as well as the broader community. These features include:

- Capitalizing on the existing nearby public bus stop and existing bicycle infrastructure
- Creating a bioswale for natural filtration of the stormwater coming off of the enlarged military parking lot
- Maintaining the original building footprint by strategically infilling the Assembly Hall and building on top of an existing single-story portion of the building
- Offsetting water needs through the use of low-flow urinals, lavatory faucets and showerheads, as well as dual flush toilets
- Removing the need for permanent irrigation by using native and drought tolerant plantings
- Improving the thermal performance of the exterior walls ultimately tripling the R-value
- Removing and replacing roofing and insulation doubling the R-value of the roof
- Using energy-efficient LED lighting fixtures
- Installing a water source variable refrigerant flow system for heating and cooling
- Specifying new materials made from recycled content and regionally manufactured
- Diverting 81% of construction waste from landfills through recycling
- Managing air quality with the use of low VOC materials and a carbon dioxide monitoring system

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Bailey Edward, an award-winning, woman-owned architecture, engineering and interior design firm has served the building community nationwide for 22 years. With a focus on responsive, creative solutions for their clients, Bailey Edward is known for their attentive client service and results driven project management. For more information about this project and how Bailey Edward is making an impact today, visit www.baileyedward.com.

The Washington, D.C.-based U.S. Green Building Council is committed to a prosperous and sustainable future for our nation through cost-efficient and energy-saving green buildings. The U.S. Green Building Council's LEED green building certification system is the foremost program for the design, construction and operation of green buildings. For more information, visit www.usgbc.org.

Mechanical Engineer - Chicago

2013-10-17T19:46:15Z

LOCATION: Chicago, IL
REPORTS TO: Kent Locke, FRG Branch Manager

POSITION DESCRIPTION:
One of the leading Chicagoland Architecture and Engineering Firms, Bailey Edward, is looking for a responsive Mechanical Engineer to become a part of a collaborative, high-energy studio where professional growth and client satisfaction are emphasized. The successful Candidate must have a passion for creating innovative solutions with a desire to grow and maintain Client relationships.

PURPOSE AND SCOPE:
The Candidate must be able to apply sound knowledge of mechanical engineering principles and practices in a broad array of assignments. He or she will perform mechanical design work of equipment and systems, developing and reviewing potential projects, and providing support during major project implementation. Additionally, the individual will be required to lead in the execution and coordination of assigned project mechanical work, exhibiting responsibility for accuracy and timeliness of work assigned.

RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES:
-Model firm values of responsiveness, creativity and professionalism
-Apply Bailey Edward Policies and Procedures
-Responsible for project and proposal quality and schedule
-Perform normal and complex aspects of mechanical engineering
-Plan, schedule and conduct work requiring judgment in the independent evaluation, selection and adaptation of mechanical engineering technique, procedures and criteria
-Interface with clients and suppliers
-Willing to travel domestically
-Apply the applicable industry codes and standards to mechanical work performed
-Review and/or approve mechanical drawings, calculations and equipment/material specifications
-Interface with other disciplines
-Promote work share within the other Bailey Edward offices

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

EDUCATION/ CERTIFICATION/ EXPERIENCE:
-Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering
-Professional registration required – Illinois licensed PE
-LEED accredited professional preferred
-Experience with mechanical building systems and energy conservation for government, commercial and industrial facilities
-Five years’ experience as a licensed engineer, with experience in the aforementioned sectors
-Experience in the design of HVAC, plumbing systems, including: analysis, equipment selection, layout, design and specifications
-Experience with engineering deliverables such as: mechanical equipment sizing and system sizing calculations, material takeoffs, mechanical layout and detail drawings, mechanical system descriptions, equipment and load lists, and 3-D modeling

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
-Proficient with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel and Power Point)
-AutoCAD
-Experience in 2D and 3D graphics
-Experience with REVIT is a plus
-Excellent oral and written communication skills
-Excellent analytical and problem solving skills
-Accurate attention to detail
-Demonstrated experience leading engineering design efforts from concept through project closeout

Westview Dedication Honors Past Celebrates Future

2013-10-24T23:12:12Z

Champaign, Illinois – The dedication ceremony for the recently completed renovation and expansion at Westview Elementary School began with a student-led video tour. The video highlighted the new classrooms and music room which are light-filled learning environments equipped with smart board technologies. A cartwheel infused segment of the student-led video tour takes viewers around the new gymnasium space – now its own space, separate from the cafeteria. Concluding the tour is a focus on the renovated classrooms and office areas, including a student/teacher discussion of new safety measures.

In his address to the audience Principal Sean Morrison stated, “The best features of the existing structure were kept while new modern spaces were created. The whole project has honored the past while at the same time celebrating the future.” These sentiments were followed by recognition and testimonials from past board members, principals, faculty, staff and students in attendance.

A one percent sales tax is being used to fund improvements to schools throughout the Unit 4 School District. Superintendent Dr. Judy Wiegand commented, “What has transpired here at Westview is a true testament to the community and their belief in our children. This is a great testament to 21st century education and what we believe is necessary.”

In addition to new and renovated teaching environments and support spaces, the construction work at Westview involved universal access upgrades, the removal of hazardous materials and the replacement of antiquated infrastructure systems. On the exterior site improvements include new rain gardens and an expanded parking lot. Cannon Design provided programming and schematic design services for the project and Bailey Edward lead efforts from design development through construction observation and administration.

Architects & Engineers

2013-11-25T21:05:20Z

Bailey Edward Principals, Ellen Dickson and Robin Whitehurst, decided this was the year to follow client feedback and add mechanical, electrical and plumbing services. Ellen and Robin approached Kent Locke, Principal of Fox Valley Engineers for 20+ years, with the idea of spring-boarding a decade of collaboration into added value to our community, education and government clients.

"We knew by hiring the staff of Fox Valley Engineering,” stated Ellen, the firm’s Managing Principal, “we were gaining an engineering division who had already demonstrated to us their ability to service clients in the professional and responsive manner that is a Bailey Edward standard." Robin, the firm’s Technical Principal, added, "Kent Locke and the rest of our new MEP engineering staff members help us to achieve a level of efficiency and expertise necessary on the fast-paced, retainer work we execute."

As a woman-owned small business enterprise, Bailey Edward’s offering of in-house architecture, engineering, historic preservation and interior design services is built on a reputation emphasizing consensus, inventive problem-solving and responsive client service. Kent Locke commented, “it’s been a great pleasure to combine our efforts into a design process based on core competencies.” Since joining the firm in June, Bailey Edward’s engineering division has collaborated on over a dozen projects with the firm’s architecture division.

As Ellen explained, “We covet the relationships we’ve developed with our strategic consulting partners over the past 22 years and it’s of paramount importance that we maintain and strengthen those relationships. It is always in our client’s best interest to have a design team that is comprised of the best suited resources available – that may involve our in-house architects and engineers, and, at times, it may involve teaming with outside firms. Our goal is to have the best resources at hand for our clients.”

Schnebly & Bailey Earn Associate Designation

2013-11-25T21:06:32Z

Bailey Edward Branch Managers, Kevin Schnebly and Omar Bailey, were promoted to Associates. “In recognition of Omar and Kevin’s superb performance as professionals in their field, as managers of their staff, and as contributors to the financial health of the firm,” stated Managing Principal, Ellen Dickson, “Robin [Whitehurst] and I are proud to announce that Kevin and Omar have earned a promotion to Associates at Bailey Edward Design.” Kevin and Omar join Rhinelander Branch Manager and Associate Principal, Laurie Goscha, in the Associate level at the firm.

Kevin Schnebly joined the firm in 2004. In addition to managing the firm’s Champaign, Illinois branch location, Kevin plays a critical role as Project Manager and On-Site Construction Observer. His project management capabilities transform to position him as a leader and mentor. Kevin travels throughout the State of Illinois and the Midwest to perform inspections to ensure work is at the highest level possible. Kevin is a LEED Accredited Professional and Construction Document Technologist holding various certifications from OSHA and ACI.

Omar Bailey joined the firm in 2007, while managing the firm’s Chicago, Illinois headquarters location, Omar’s role as Project Manager reflects his passion for architecture and the art of building. His insight into the productivity available through the use of BIM transforms into providing superior coordination and accuracy. Omar’s ability to listen intently to users, while maintaining cost, schedule and building integrity is exemplary. Omar is a Registered Architect and LEED Accredited Professional holding certifications and memberships with NCARB, AIA and the Building Enclosure Council.

“Among attributes we look for in an Associate,” commented Technical Principal, Robin Whitehurst, “both Kevin and Omar positively mentor others, maintain repeat client relationships and champion Bailey Edward throughout the community. These gentlemen, along with Associate Principal Laurie Goscha, will maintain the legacy of the firm Ellen and I have worked so hard to build over the last 22 years.”

Business Development Manager

2013-12-02T20:05:24Z

LOCATION: Chicago, IL
REPORTS TO: Ellen Dickson, Managing Principal

POSITION DESCRIPTION:
One of the leading Chicagoland Architecture and Engineering Firms, Bailey Edward, is looking for a responsive Business Development Manager to become a part of a collaborative, high-energy studio where professional growth and client satisfaction are emphasized. The successful Candidate must have a passion for creating innovative solutions with a desire to grow and maintain Client relationships.

PURPOSE AND SCOPE:
The Business Development Manager (BDM), under the general direction of the firm’s principals, is responsible for the planning, development and execution of a variety of business development initiatives across the firm including Client Relations and Marketing. In addition, the Business Development Manager manages the day-to-day operations of the Business Development department and supervises the Marketing Coordinators and/or Marketing Assistants.

RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES:
- Establish programs to accomplish business development -related aspects of the corporate mission
- Plan and schedule support activities to ensure that goals are accomplished and deadlines are met
- Participate in strategic business planning and the achievement of firm objectives as a business development representative
- Seek business opportunities for firm using techniques to screen and classify prospects, and qualify, interview and select vendor and consultants
- Research and gather information on potential clients and projects
- Coach the firm’s Client Relationship Management (CRM) team of 12 people
- Manage marketing collateral development including qualification and presentation activities
- Develop and manage marketing communications, marketing collateral and branding strategies, including developing regular marketing campaigns and managing the company’s online presence
- Contribute to the establishment of business development policies and procedures
- Assist with business development budget management
- Manage and mentor subordinate business development staff
- Responsible for overall business development staff training and familiarizing new technical staff on role of business development department
- Represent the firm to clients, peer organizations and business associates

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

EDUCATION/ CERTIFICATION/ EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor’s degree with 7 to 10+ years of experience; without a degree, 10 to 12+ years of relevant A/E/C experience required.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
- Excellent knowledge of business development theory and practice
- Thorough understanding of A/E/C industry terminology and delivery methods
- Excellent leadership/managerial and mentoring/teaching abilities skills
- Thorough knowledge of marketing databases and proposal resource files
- Professional demeanor; interact with the highest levels both inside and outside the firm
- Excellent organizational skills
- Ability to work without close supervision and in a team environment
- Persistent
- Good time-management skills; ability to prioritize activities
- Strong strategic planning, critical thinking and creative skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office; proficiency in Adobe InDesign and Photoshop preferred

Location: Chicago, IL
Email Resumes: info@baileyedward.com
Reference CHI13BDM

Architectural Intern

2013-12-05T19:54:02Z

JOB TITLE: Entry-level Architectural Intern
LOCATION: Chicago, IL
REPORTS TO: Omar Bailey

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

One of the leading Chicago Architecture and Engineering Firms, Bailey Edward, is looking for a responsive Architectural Intern to become a part of a collaborative, high-energy studio where professional growth and client satisfaction are emphasized. The successful Candidate must have a passion for all aspects of Architectural practice and have a personal goal of becoming a licensed Architect.

PURPOSE AND SCOPE

Internship comprised of entry level of professional work. Works under close supervision, receives specific and detailed instructions regarding tasks and expected results.

RESPONSIBILITIES / DUTIES

• Performs elementary design computations
• Makes quantity take-offs
• Prepares estimates
• Prepares plans and renderings
• Inspects architectural features of structures in field
• Follow Bailey Edward Policies and Procedures

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in architecture
• No experience (entry level position).

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
• AutoCAD experience with developing construction documents a plus.
• REVIT experience with developing construction documents in REVIT is a plus.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel and Power Point).
• Sketch-up or other comparable modeling software.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Accurate attention to detail.

Location: Chicago, IL
Email Resumes: info@baileyedward.com
Reference: CHI13INT

Holiday Greeting

2013-12-19T22:36:00Z

Season’s greetings to you and your loved ones. In the hustle and bustle of the holidays, we hope that you are able to enjoy time with friends and family and take the chance where available to provide a lending hand to those less fortunate than ourselves. Most of Bailey Edward’s staff will be doing the same starting next week and through New Year’s Day.

At Bailey Edward, our Rhinelander staff has volunteered to bell ring with the Salvation Army (http://salvationarmyusa.org). Our Chicago office is currently participating in the Reason to Give Winter Coat Drive benefiting low-income families in the Humboldt Park neighborhood of Chicago (http://reasontogive.com/). Whether it be partaking in one of these activities, volunteering to serve a holiday meal at your local soup kitchen or donating time or a service to those in need, giving back is a great way to get into the holiday spirit.

As the year comes to a close, we hope that you are able to reflect on 2013 with fond memories. Here at Bailey Edward, we have undergone several positive changes over the course of 2013, including the addition of an engineering branch and several talented engineering employees. In addition, Branch Managers Omar Bailey (Chicago) and Kevin Schnebly (Champaign) were promoted to the Associate level at the company.

These changes have proved to be exciting and inspiring for all those involved. We continue to grow in size and services, always in the hopes of best achieving our mantra: providing responsive architecture and engineering for clients that serve, support and protect the public.

Best Wishes,
Bailey Edward

*Please note that our offices will close at noon on December 24th, 2013, reopening for normal business house on December 26th, 2013. Offices will close again at noon on December 31st, 2013, reopening for normal business hours on January 2nd, 2014.

Project Win - Integrated Bioresearch Laboratory

2013-12-19T22:39:15Z

Bailey Edward recently notched a milestone win for the company in its successful teaming effort with CORE Construction on the pursuit of the Capital Development Board (CDB) project for an Integrated Bioresearch Laboratory (IBRL) at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (UIUC). This design-build project will result in a 42,850 sq. ft. facility which will connect to the existing Agriculture Bioprocess Laboratory. At completion the new facility will allow for the study of biotechnology, fermenting, corn milling and soybean processing.

Furthermore, per the University of Illinois’ website, “I believe that the IBRL will provide the ability to model and physically test the integration of different feedstocks, pre-treatment processes, enzyme hydrolysis conditions and fermentation processes for the production of second generation biofuels and high value co-products,” said Bob Randle of GeneraEnergy, LLC. “The industry has a very limited number of public facilities that can reliably and economically perform that type of testing, and certainly none exist in the state of Illinois. A facility such as this would be helpful to us in scaling up our lab scale enzymatic hydrolysis processes using industry accepted pilot-scale feedstock pre-treatment and ethanologen conditions.”

The IBRL win unites Bailey Edward with CORE Construction on a project for the first time. Both firms bring a storied history of providing successful work for the CDB to the team which will also include KJWW Engineering Consultants, Hanson Professional Services, Rubinos & Mesia Engineers and Hitchcock Design Group. This factor coupled with Bailey Edward’s expansive history working on the UIUC campus, positions the team as well-equipped for executing this high-profile job.

“We are thrilled to have been selected as the A/E team of choice by the University,” said Ellen Bailey Dickson, Managing Principal at Bailey Edward. “The new IBRL facility will feature innovative design and afford the University the ability to further progress their cutting edge research education for prospective and current students. As an alumnus, I relish the opportunity to cultivate the university that helped develop me into the architect I am today.”

Preliminary work on the Integrated Bioresearch Laboratory began in early November. Construction is expected to be completed in May of 2015.

Tracing Our Champaign Roots

2013-12-19T22:42:17Z

Dating back to 1924, Bailey Edward has had a presence on the Champaign architecture scene. The firm’s origins stem from Berger and Kelley Associates, proceeding through the century as Unteed Associates; Unteed, Scaggs, Nelson; Unteed, Nelson, Slack, Anderson and Architectural Planning Consultants before becoming Bailey Edward in 2001. The final merger in 2001 integrated four decades of educational and institutional experience into the new firm, including a myriad of work on K-12 education projects in the Champaign area since the company’s original inception.

“We have blue lines in the store room at our Champaign office that date back to the company’s beginnings,” said Ellen Bailey Dickson, Managing Principal at Bailey Edward Design. “My mentor, Ken Nelson, worked at the original firm, Berger and Kelley Associates.”

In fact, Ken Nelson served as the direct link between the original firm and Bailey Edward. His mentee, Ellen, worked as an Architectural intern at Unteed, Scaggs, Nelson for two years before returning to the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign to acquire her Master of Architecture in 1988. She went on to found and establish Bailey Edward Design, a Chicago-based architectural and interior design firm in 1991. Ellen was joined in 1993 by Robin Whitehurst, deepening the firm’s design and technical skills to serve a growing client base.

In 2001, Ken reached out to Ellen to gauge her interest in purchasing his firm. Given Architectural Planning Consultants’ rich history in educational and institutional work in the Champaign area, Ellen and Robin moved forward with the acquisition, giving them office locations in two of Illinois’ largest markets, Chicago and Champaign.

Today the firm has expanded to four offices in two states, providing architecture, engineering and interior design services. The Champaign office holds close ties with the University of Illinois situated just down the road, consistently executing multiple projects every year on their behalf with 86 in total.

“Our storied history in Champaign serves as a source of pride for us at Bailey Edward,” said Ellen. “We plan to remain a cornerstone of the A/E/C industry in the area.”

Administrative / Executive Assistant

2014-01-09T16:50:57Z

JOB TITLE: Administrative/Executive Assistant
LOCATION: Chicago Office
REPORTS TO: Chicago Office Branch Manager and Sr. Office Manager
CLASSIFICATION: Exempt

JOB DESCRIPTION:

PURPOSE AND SCOPE
The Administrative Assistant provides administrative and support services to firm executives and architectural and administrative professionals.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES
• Routes incoming telephone calls.
• Greets clients and visitors and provides information and assistance to clients and customers.
• Schedules appointments, maintains conference room schedule, receives or sends out messenger/courier items.
• Responsible for the general housekeeping of office facilities.
• Supervises the maintenance of office equipment, including copier, printers, plotter, etc.
• Schedules and maintains branch office activities and appointments on corporate calendar.
• Produces type-written proposals and correspondence.
• Manages office supply ordering and organization.
• Provides administrative project support by assisting architects with project submittal production and specification books, assisting with project bid process and maintenance of shop drawing logs.
• Provides administrative support to the company’s executives.
• Filing as needed.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

EDUCATION / CERTIFICATION / EXPERIENCE
• This is an entry level position and requires one year of office experience.
• Associates Degree or higher.
• Some experience in the architecture and/or construction industry is preferred.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
• Good planning and organizational skills; problem solving skills; decision making skills.
• Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills; team building skills.
• Effective written communications skills.
• Ability to negotiate effectively.
• Ability to maintain a high level of accuracy in preparing and entering information.
• Professional appearance and manner.
• Working knowledge of mail processes such as postage machine, Federal Express and UPS.
• Strong computer proficiency, specifically with Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.

Location: Chicago, IL
Email Resumes: info@baileyedward.com
Reference: CHI14AA

Pro Bono Work

2014-01-24T16:52:25Z

The phrase pro bono is derived from Latin meaning “for the public good”. Bailey Edward has joined the 1% Program of Public Architecture which connects non-profit organizations in need of design assistance with architecture and design firms. We are excited to provide these services since we firmly believe that helping non-profits helps society as a whole. Featured below are two recent examples of our pro bono work here at Bailey Edward.

826CHI
http://www.826chi.org/

826CHI is a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting students ages six to 18 with their creative and expository writing skills, and to helping teachers inspire their students to write. 826CHI provides drop-in tutoring, after-school workshops, in-schools tutoring, help for English language learners and assistance with student publications.

Bailey Edward developed a renovation design for the 826CHI location in Wicker Park. The renovation is a redesign of the Boring Store area to allow for more efficiency, reducing the store to be 2/3 its current size so that more space can be given back to workshop programming. The design inserts a multi-purpose meeting space and small office area between the store and the workshop space to allow for more programming flexibility and for growing staff needs. A new parlour aesthetic was developed to rebrand the store area to current 826CHI desires.

F.U.T.U.R.E Foundation
http://www.future-foundation.org/

F.U.T.U.R.E. Foundation is a not-for-profit organization established in 1987 to provide services for the growing youth population in the far South Suburbs of Chicago. Their mission is to promote, encourage and foster programs and activities designed to improve the quality of life.

F.U.T.U.R.E. Foundation’s newest initiative involves converting its Ford Heights facility into a business incubator that facilitates and supports high-impact entrepreneurs, or new start-ups and growing small companies located in emerging economies throughout the South Suburbs. Additionally, the business incubator will provide workplace skills training, entrepreneurship training, internships and employment opportunities for local students and residents.

Bailey Edward conducted a facility assessment to evaluate the current facility conditions and its capacity to house the small business center and start-up incubator with young adult outreach services. The assessment is essential knowledge for the Future Foundation’s strategic planning. Identifying a model design, building code deficiencies and energy code shortfalls, Bailey Edward was able to itemize the associated development costs for a renovation plan. Next steps include Bailey Edward providing capital campaign materials, so that the Future Foundation can begin engaging funders, partners and stakeholders in a capital campaign in February 2014.

Industry Recognitions

2014-01-24T16:55:47Z

Here at Bailey Edward, we applaud the hard work that our employees put in at our four offices every day. From draftspeople to market sector leaders, the ambition and dedication to providing responsive architecture and engineering is something in which we take much pride.

There are times, however, when our employees surpass these already amplified standards we have set and their work is recognized by outside organizations. This was the case for not one, but two Bailey Edward team members in recent months.

Laurie Goscha, AIA, LEED AP BD+C, serves as manager of our Rhinelander, Wisconsin office as an Associate Principal. Her accolades are countless, but will now also include Industry Director for the Society of American Military Engineers Illini Post.

“I was certainly surprised and humbled by this appointment,” said Goscha. “Providing architecture and engineering services for military facilities has been a passion of mine for many years and I look forward to providing my services to the Society of American Military Engineers organization.”

Also appointed to a new post this past month was Bailey Edward’s Managing Principal and President, Ellen Dickson, AIA, LEED AP. She has been called upon to serve as an Illinois Delegate on the American Institute of Architect’s (AIA) Chicago Board of Directors.

As an Illinois Delegate to this storied AIA chapter, Ellen will participate in meetings with legislators and fellow AIA cohorts, as well as championing AIA national legislative agendas including unfreezing credit to allow for more development, tax relief for small businesses and green building tax deductions.

“Policy can impact our profession, so I relish the opportunity to understand what kind of policy is brewing,” said Dickson.

Our sincerest congratulations go out to Laurie and Ellen.

New Employee Announcement

2014-01-24T16:57:36Z

Bailey Edward is thrilled to announce the hire of Rachelle Freegard, AIA, LEED AP, at our Champaign office. Rachelle brings over 25 years of architecture experience to Bailey Edward, having worked on projects ranging from K-12 and higher education buildings to airport terminals and support facilities.

A west coast native, Rachelle made the move to Champaign looking to join a team that would inspire a new outlook on her work and allow her to be closer to family. She found that Bailey Edward’s mantra of providing responsive architecture and engineering to clients that serve, support and protect the public to be the perfect fit for her.

“I want to produce projects that give back to the community,” said Freegard. “I was looking to see more of the U.S., have an adventure and put teamwork and fun back into my work.”

Hardworking and driven to succeed, Rachelle is quickly becoming an integral part of the company’s success by working on our University of Illinois retainer projects and Champaign Unit 4 School District’s newest school design. Said Freegard, “I want to become a leader in the company by continuing Bailey Edward’s record of creating projects that everyone is proud to be a part of.”

As the Champaign office continues to grow and develop, we value newcomers like Rachelle who embody our vision of being client-oriented. Her prior experiences and dedication to a heightened level of communication will make her an asset to each and every project she will touch while at Bailey Edward. “Whether I am giving a public presentation, brainstorming with a team member or creating construction documents, my objective is to be clear with my intentions and each other’s goals and expectations, all while being open-minded, respectful and forthcoming with information.”

We hope you will join with us in extending a warm welcome to Rachelle and have the opportunity to work with her in the very near future.