After the death of Howard Colman in 1983, the campus was sold to Reed-Chatwood, ceasing operations 17 years later. The City of Rockford purchased the property in 2002 and began the environmental cleanup process, making the campus more appealing for redevelopment. The...
We recently put the finishing touches on the Downtown Danville Revitalization Plan and are eager to share it with, well, everyone! The plan is all about economic resiliency and revitalization, giving them the framework to recover from the financial setbacks which...
Note: Since many of our projects have used historic tax credits as a funding source, we wanted to share what we know about “HTCs” so that you can consider them for your next project. You’ll find a number of benefits, along with answers to some frequently asked...
2022 has been a monumental year for Studio GWA. We celebrated our 40th anniversary of being in business! What started with Gary 40 years ago has flourished into a 12-person team of partners, architects, designers, and planners. While we wear our job titles and...
One of the little perks about being a small studio is this: When we add a new team member, it’s a VERY BIG DEAL. A new team member brings fresh perspectives and unique experiences that ultimately add more value to our projects. And treats. More treats. ...
Today was a great day for a groundbreaking! Studio GWA and Engberg Anderson Architects are excited to play a role in this new chapter for the Rockford Public Library. The site is fully remediated, and construction will now begin on a 21st century library for the...
