An abandoned retail building was slated for condemnation and demolition by Phoenix officials. The architect worked with the landlord and an upstart small business to bring modern art to a location in Central Phoenix and to celebrate the hidden character of a 1901 merchantile building.
Project:
Lambert-Miller Art Gallery
Location:
Phoenix, AZ
Date Posted:
February 13, 2009
Project Partners:
Ms. Aline Lambert
Mr. Mark Miller
Mr, Dick Hales [graphic design]
Abell & Associates Architects. Ltd.
Project Timeline:
3 months design and permitting
5 months renovation / construction
A limited improvement budget for inside and out was met of only $25,000, paid by the tenants. Pro bono architecture services and graphic design services were committed to the project.
Stakeholder Involvement:
City of Phoenix offered reduced permitting costs, Mayor Margaret Hance awarded the project highest honors for civic improvement, winner of Valley Forward "Crescordia" award, Honor Award, AIA Arizona.
