Museums and Libraries

Regenstein Library
Joseph Regenstein Library, U of C

The Joseph Regenstein Library is home to over 4.5 million print volumes focusing on subjects in the humanities and social sciences, as well as business, divinity, and area studies.

Location: Chicago, Illinois
Client: The University of Chicago
Architect: MDC Architects

David and Alfred Smart Museum of Art at the University of Chicago

This renovation involved the reconfiguration of gallery spaces, a new prints and drawings study center, new permanent art storage facilities, as well as lobby improvements to provide retail and cafe spaces. The consistant control of humidity, airflow, and temperature is critical for the longevity and safety of an art collection and was a primary goal for this 30,000 square foot museum renovation.

As the project MEP engineer, Weber Consultants was responsible for the mechanical, electrical, lighting, fire alarm, security, and access systems upgrades as well as museum-grade climate controlled temperature and humidification and an infrared and motion activated intrusion detection and alarm system.

Location: Chicago, Illinois
Client: The David and Alfred Smart Museum of Art
Architect: Vinci | Hamp Architects, Inc.

The Garfield Park Conservatory, Chicago, IL

The Conservatory is listed on the National Register of Historic Places

It is a nationally significant horticultural facility and is a unique cultural asset to Chicago.

In 1994, Weber Consultants was commissioned to provide a master plan for mechanical and electrical renovations, and engineered the renovations of the Aroid House and Horticultural Hall.

In 1997, we received the Richard H. Driehaus Preservation Award from the Landmarks Preservation Council of Illinois for renovation of the Aroid House.

Eckhart Hall
Eckhart Hall, University of Chicago

The 13,000 volume Eckhart Library is on the second floor.

We worked closely with MDC Architects to reshape and upgrade the restrooms to finally provide proper accessibility.

We redesigned the hot and cold water delivery systems, and closely monitored the construction. The contractors were able to meet the demands of a high-quality design with a tight summer schedule.

Location: Chicago, Illinois
Client: The University of Chicago
Architect: MDC Architects

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