Download MDA Proposal for Chateau Theatre

Chateau Theatre Reuse Task Force:
Request for Proposals
Multipurpose Performance Art Center
April 29, 2016
Contact:
John Mecum, Vice President
612-278-7780
[email protected]
29 April 2016
City of Rochester – Music Department/Riverside Concerts
201 4th Street SE, Suite 170
Rochester, MN 55904
Attn: Steven Schmidt
RE:
Chateau Theatre Reuse Task Force:
Request for Proposals (RFP)
Multipurpose Performance Art Center
Dear Mr. Schmidt and Selection Committee:
Miller Dunwiddie Architecture (MDA) is honored to submit this proposal of professional consulting services for the rehabilitation
and reuse of the historic Chateau Theatre in Rochester Minnesota. Our team is very familiar with the Chateau Theatre; its legacy
as a cherished touchstone to Rochester’s past, and it’s being envisioned as a key element for expanding the City’s commitment to
the Arts and enlivening the downtown by hosting a wide variety of activities throughout the day and evening hours.
For over five decades, MDA has established a long history of successfully preserving and adapting historically significant buildings
so that they may continue to serve their owners’ and users’ needs. Those projects begin with MDA’s extensive experience teaming
with local communities to develop very specific public engagement processes by listening to and respecting all ideas; and then
builds consensus within your team, your community, your funding sources, and the regulatory agencies. This engagement
approach encourages all participants to become advocates for the project.
Our MDA team is composed of firms with superlative individuals that truly enjoy working together on historic theatre projects,
and together we offer an unparalleled depth of experience and expertise that is directly applicable to the professional analysis,
planning, and design services required for the Chateau Theatre. Our team is led by Architects that each have unique combined
talents in design, theatres, existing buildings and preservation, which will provide the Chateau with comprehensive value-driven
insights that develop synergistic connections between the assets of the building and the identified multipurpose programmatic
needs of the community.
We also are skilled at identifying and assisting you in developing multiple funding sources such as historic tax credits, facade easements,
grants-in-aid, and other financial incentives for historic buildings. We can further assist in identifying “Donor Opportunities” for
individuals / corporations and developing presentation packages to governmental bonding authorities and philanthropic funds.
Our proposal is based on our thorough review of the RFP, available documentation, and our 19 April 2016 building site visit and
attendance at the Reuse Task Force meeting. Our proposal is organized as requested in the RFP Statement of Content. The entire MDA
team has provided their commitment to immediately enter into an agreement, to assign the identified personnel with additional
staff as necessary to perform the services promptly, and to make this an enjoyable and successful experience for everyone.
Our MDA team is excited about the opportunity to work together and for the anticipated benefits that the Chateau Theatre could
provide to artists, residents, businesses, and visitors of Rochester. It is clear that the Chateau is one of the sparks that will have a
significant impact on the DMC development. We invite your review of our proposal response, and we will be happy to answer any
of your questions at the interview.
Sincerely,
Miller Dunwiddie Architecture
John D. Mecum, AIA, NCARB
Vice President
B. Table of Contents
Table of Contents
A. Title Page
B. Table of Contents
C. Statement of Proposal
1
D. Firm Profiles
10
Team History & Expertise
10
Project Experience
16
E. Staff Resumes
41
F. Proposed Fee
53
G. Additional Information
54
C. Statement of Proposal
Project Approach:
Fundamental Components
Community & Stakeholder Driven Reuse Process:
The Miller Dunwiddie Team (MDA) understands the valued
place that the Chateau Theatre holds in the City of Rochester.
In the heart of downtown, it served for years as a treasured
entertainment venue. When threatened with demolition, it
was repurposed into a bookstore that helped maintain the
vitality of downtown. Now empty, it is again time to define
how it can again become an even greater center of activity.
The opportunity that the DMC initiative presents for its
rebirth as a performance space is an exciting prospect that
can help foster additional activity and growth in downtown
Rochester for many years to come.
Our team uses a theater-as-community philosophy that sees
theaters as places to build human and social capital. Theaters
are also community assets, and as such, the community should
be involved in the process. We understand the importance of
community involvement and commitment to the success of a
project like this.
MDA believes that our role is to facilitate, inform, and
generate concepts; but the main driving vision is always
based on a project’s objectives. We believe in active
listening as an important planning tool that
helps us to create a deep understanding
of your needs. Through an interactive workshop
and presentation process, we will jointly review the goals
underlying the project and develop an understanding of
your needs and concerns. This process will begin by jointly
defining the opportunities and challenges that are available
to the program and building. It will also engage the artists
and individuals from the community in ways to allow their
vision to be heard and seen.
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C. Statement of Proposal
MDA has successfully implemented community engagement
as a process to understand the vision and needs of spaces
on a number of community-driven arts and performance
projects. These are similar to an approach MDA could use
for this project. In the instances outlined below, the concept
was initiated by MDA but the exact process, including number
of individuals and events needed to make for a successful
engagement process, was designed by the whole team,
including the owner group. Two examples follow.
• During our planning work on the Paramount Theater in
Austin, MN we used a group interview process to gather
information. Groups of individuals from the community
were identified by the board and invited to sit with the
design team on the stage to discuss their concerns and
issues related to the use of the theater. Some individuals
requested private interviews. Once the interviews were
complete, a public open forum was held to share the
findings and outcome. This was a great opportunity for
many to be heard and to see how their input impacted
the future plan for this shared community asset.
• The planning for the Victoria Theater in St Paul was
another example of how an open community platform
was used to gather and share information. This
project also utilized performance and the sharing of a
community meal to invite and entice anyone interested
from the neighborhood to participate. Working with
the Victoria Theater Arts Initiative Board and a group of
four artist organizers, three main events were planned.
Two of these events, or as they were called during the
process ‘design parties’, were held within the space.
Each party included performances from local artists and
an interactive activity led by the design team. The first
design party was about hearing and understanding their
collective and individual visions for the space. Working in
groups of ten, the participants used a Post-It note activity
to share their ideas and dreams. The second design party
included attendees’ input on space planning and the
physical utilization of the space. The activity for this event
used a simple polling exercise to allow people to vote on
the character of the space and a planning exercise where
they could layout the spaces within the building. All ideas
were presented to the group as a whole and the night
ended with an open mic. The final design party was a
celebration and an unveiling of the communities’ hard
work and design.
Both projects are currently seeking funding based on the planning
completed through the described community driven processes.
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C. Statement of Proposal
Unbiased and Practical Proven Process:
Optimizing Use of Space:
The purpose of the Chateau Theatre study is to define and
evaluate options regarding its rehabilitation and reuse as a
multi-purpose performing arts facility. To achieve this, Miller
Dunwiddie Architecture (MDA) also proposes to use as a
guide the reuse study process developed by the Minnesota
Historical Society (MHS), A Primer for Historic Properties
Reuse Teams In Minnesota. (http://www.mnhs.org/shpo/
planning/primer.pdf) Working with the City and Reuse Task
Force as noted previously, we will adapt and customize the
process for the specific needs of this project, the community,
and the stakeholder engagement process selected.
We are eager to demonstrate that a performing arts facility can
be flexible enough to accommodate evolving programs and
changing needs over time. We utilize high-performance design
principles to create functional, sustainable,
safe, healthy and cheerful places.
As the reuse study team for this project, MDA’s responsibility
will be to use our extensive skills and knowledge to develop
ways for the Chateau Theatre to once again be repurposed to
achieve Rochester’s intended goals of the project including:
• Theater Program
• Operational requirements
• Relationship to and use by immediate neighbors
• Relationship to and use by the greater community
The reuse study process requires a delicate balance of many
factors so that the final report represents a thorough,
unbiased, and practical analysis of the Chateau
Theatre that is intended to generate community support and
minimize later criticism and second guessing. A number of
tenets need to be stressed, as follows:
• Locally Initiated: The reuse study process originates
through a community’s or local group’s request for help,
in this case the City of Rochester, and the Reuse Task
Force.
• Independent: The report and its conclusions are the
responsibility of the reuse study consultation team.
• Objective: The consultation team enters the process
without preconceived recommendation.
• Analytical: The purpose of the study process is to gather
information and form recommendations through an
analysis of that information. This analysis includes
identifying needs and opportunities within the context of
physical, political, and other constraints.
• Inclusive: The consultation team actively seeks a
variety of opinions in its attempt to develop sound
recommendations for reuse.
• Locally Implemented: Once the consultation is
completed, it will be the responsibility of the City of
Rochester to determine which recommendation(s) can
and should be pursued.
The MDA Team will also utilize our expertise related to existing
and historic buildings--especially theatres--to quickly develop
an understanding of the building’s assets and constraints to
visualize and enable beneficial and economic modifications
of space and structure to create a dynamic environment. The
footprint of the building will be optimized, not by merely
maximizing use of space, but by challenging the assignment
of program uses. Assignment and configuration of space can
be very linear. This linear thinking and space assignment
ignores the complexity and research related to the human
brain and experience, resulting in the design of static spaces
that inhibit function and comfort.
The optimal solution will be non-linear to take full advantage
of efficiency, allowing for a variety of uses for each space to
assure maximum use. For example, this was attained at the
Cowles Center in Minneapolis where an upper level studio
was designed to match the footprint of the stage, overlook
Hennepin Avenue, and include appropriate amenities and
technology. This allows it to be seamlessly transformed to
multiple functions as needed, including:
• Dance studio
• Rehearsal space
• Event or pre-function space
• Distance learning studio
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C. Statement of Proposal
Sustainable and Responsible:
MDA applies research and best practices and is fully
committed to the development of sustainable, efficient
spaces. That means our team will provide the foundations for
the creation of a place that will be easy to operate and be
more energy efficient, healthier, and cost less over its lifespan
than traditional buildings. The integration of sustainability
principles is inherent in how the MDA Team practices.
Optimizing Scope and Budget:
The MDA Team has extensive experience working within
local communities, not-for-profit organizations, and on
projects that require a budgeted and/or phased approach.
We understand that significant projects can often require a
multi-phased approach that is based on incremental funding
goals. While working with the City and Reuse Task Force to
identify your project’s overall program requirements, we will
also develop priorities, budgets, and a potential sequencing
of work that will provide the best value for any fundraising
efforts and steady progress toward your final goal. We also
are skilled at supporting multiple funding sources by assisting
in obtaining historic tax credits, facade easements, grantsin-aid, and other financial incentives for historic buildings.
We can also assist in identifying “Donor Opportunities” for
individuals, corporations,and/or foundations and developing
presentation packages to governmental bonding authorities
and philanthropic funding sources.
Working with the Right Team – Base Services:
To accomplish all of the work outlined above, MDA has
compiled a team with all the necessary expertise to assure
this project is a success. As a collaborative team we work to
ensure that every action we take enhances the project vision
of our clients. The Basic Services we will provide, and the
MDA Team member responsible for them, is outlined below.
The MDA staff includes a number of individuals that specialize
in the successful reuse of existing and historic buildings
including; architects, interior designers, our Building Envelope
Group, and construction specialists. These individuals also
have extensive experience in theatres, having completed a
number of concept plans and/or completed projects for the
following venues:
• The Cowles Center for Dance and the Performing Arts;
Minneapolis
• Eau Claire Regional Arts Center; Eau Claire, WI
• Harvey Hall, UW Stout; Menomonie, WI
• Historic Theatre Group (Orpheum, State and Pantages
Theatres); Minneapolis
• Mabel Tainter Memorial Theater; Menomonie, WI
• Margolis Brown Theater; Minneapolis, MN
• Palace Theater; Luverne, MN
• Paramount Theatre; Austin MN
• Victoria Theater; Saint Paul
All of these projects looked to optimize adaption of existing
space for performance and support functions, as well as how
best to expand, if necessary, to meet the theaters’ functional
programs, all to assure their viability within the communities
they serve.
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C. Statement of Proposal
Team Lead: MDA was the lead design firm for the projects
listed above. In addition to expertise in historic theaters, three
members of the MDA Team--John Mecum, Denita Lemmon
and Windy Fleischaker--also have previous experience
with theatre technical direction, management, set design,
and other aspects of operating a performance venue. In
addition, both Project Principal, John Mecum, and Associate
Principal, Denita Lemmon, meet the National Park Service’s
Professional Qualification Standard (36 CFR Part 61) for
Historic Architecture, as part of the Secretary of the Interior’s
Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties. This meets
the requirement of the RFP.
Theatre Planning: Theatre planning and lighting services for
all projects noted above were provided by Schuler Shook (SS),
Minneapolis. Schuler Shook has successfully translated client
needs into successful performing arts spaces worldwide for
over 25 years. They have specifically been involved in other
notable examples similar to the Chateau, including:
• The Howard Theatre in Washington DC: An historic
venue that was shuttered for many years. Through the
user input and financial feasibility process, the re-use
of the theater centered on multi-purpose event use to
include all genres of music, DJ events, parties, lectures,
comedians, small scale drama, and complete in-house
food preparation for events, especially Sunday morning
Gospel Brunch. As the building did not have a lot of room
to expand, the area below the audience was excavated
and a full kitchen was installed. Additional storage and
support spaces were developed to accommodate the
ambitious flexibility of the space.
• The Saenger Theatre in New Orleans: Flooded during
hurricane Katrina, this precious atmospheric theater
was the heart of the New Orleans theater presentation
market. An extensive renovation afforded improved
sightlines and audience amenities, all new technical
systems, stage house and loading areas and the
renovation of the atmospheric ceiling that includes cloud
machines, LED sunset to midnight blue lighting and fiber
optic stars that show the constellation pattern from the
theater’s opening in 1929. The project also included all of
the infrastructure and physical space to eventually bring
back the mighty Wurlitzer Organ.
• Aria, Minneapolis: Originally the Allied Van Lines
Warehouse, this historic building was first converted
into the Theater de la Jeune Lune and served that highly
innovative and collaborative theater company for 23
years. However, throughout that history, the flexible
space also functioned as an event venue for receptions,
corporate events, etc. It now serves that purpose fulltime, illustrating how a properly programmed and
designed facility can be used for multiple purposes.
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C. Statement of Proposal
Market Assessment: Integral to our services, MDA’s team
includes Webb Management Services to provide information
needed to make intelligent decisions about the adaptive reuse of the Chateau. Their services will include:
• Reviewing available pertinent information
• Gathering input from/about cultural organizations
• Performing a market assessment, including the local
market definition, quality, forces and trends
• Analyzing other existing local facilities and performing a
competitive analysis
• Analyzing production potential for touring shows
• Identifying potential partners
• Outlining the project’s benefits and impacts vis-a-vis
community goals
• Preparing an activity profile and programming plan
• Researching other facilities and precedents that can be
used as a model for Rochester
Mechanical and Electrical Assessment: The mechanical and
electrical systems for a theater are extensive and complex,
and accommodating them in an historic building can be even
more difficult. MDA is including Michaud Cooley Erickson
(MCE) on our team to provide those services. For over 40
years MCE has worked with MDA on literally hundreds of
projects of all types, including theaters and historic buildings.
Acoustical Assessment: The existing Chateau interior is highly
articulated, with multiple planes and decorative elements.
MDA is including Acoustic Distinctions from New Rochelle,
NY to assist with the acoustical analysis of the existing space
and, based on the concepts that emerge from the community
process, make recommendations for acoustical and audio-visual
enhancements that will be necessary for a multiple use venue.
Cost Model: MDA is including McGough Construction
Company to prepare a Cost Model for the project. McGough
has extensive experience in constructing or renovating
theaters, but rather than being simply a cost per square foot
analysis based on other similar projects, the Cost Model
will be specifically prepared for the Chateau Theatre and its
location in Rochester. It will take into account issues such as
the project’s constrained location downtown, construction
staging complications, materials and labor availability in
the very active Rochester construction market, and other
pertinent issues.
Structural Assessment: To better understand the structural
condition and potential of the Chateau space for a reuse
as a performance space, MDA is including AM Engineering
(AME) of River Falls, WI. MDA has worked extensively with
AME on most of the projects listed above. They understand
the structural requirements that can be imposed by theaters,
such as light rigging, stage set line weights, HVAC equipment
loads, specialized requirements for traps and movable
equipment, etc.
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C. Statement of Proposal
Pipe Organ Analysis: We understand that the Reuse Task
Force is interested in exploring relocating an existing pipe
organ to the Chateau to replace the missing original Marr &
Colton theatre organ installed in 1927 with two manuals and
nine ranks of pipes. As a value-added service, we therefore
propose to include J. L. Weiler of Chicago to determine how
best to accomplish this goal. They will examine the remaining
infrastructure to determine the extent of modifications
necessary for another organ. They will also meet with the
Reuse Task Force, and others, to determine the performance
needed for the replacement organ. J. L. Weiler maintains a
national listing of existing theatre organs that are looking for
new homes.
Valued Added Team Members:
Other potential consultants have been identified that can be
Value Added members of the MDA Team. The need to add
these consultants to the study team will be determined in
consultation with the City and Reuse Task Force. They include:
Historic Assessment: The Chateau is on the National Register
of Historic Places (NRHP) and has been identified as a historic
resource by the Rochester HPC as well. Hess Roise and
Company of Minneapolis can be added to the MDA Team
to summarize and assess the historic characteristics of the
building, whose conversion to a Barnes and Noble occurred
after listing on the NRHP. It will be important to know what
historical characteristics were lost in that transformation, but
more importantly, what remains and whether there is enough
to allow the building to qualify for funding sources that can be
used for historic buildings.
Existing Building Assessment: A building assessment was
completed by a team led by Armon Architecture in 2015, and
that team is leading current efforts to make sure the building
envelope is intact. MDA’s specialized Building Envelope Group
can check, confirm, and possibly expand the findings of the
Armon report to specifically address the building’s reuse as
a performing arts space, using a 50-year+ life expectancy as
the basis for any recommendations. Our Building Envelope
Group consists of industry veterans with architectural and
engineering backgrounds specializing in:
• Roofing
• Exterior wall assemblies
• Windows and curtain walls
• Waterproofing
• Masonry design and rehabilitation
• Building sciences.
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C. Statement of Proposal
TASKS / SCOPE OF WORK
We understand the importance of community involvement and commitment to the success of a project like this. We can assist the
City and Reuse Task Force in creating a method appropriate to Rochester and the issues of the Chateau’s reuse. As described before,
this could be an interactive workshop and presentation process where we will jointly review the goals underlying the project and
develop an understanding of the needs and concerns. This process will begin by jointly defining the opportunities and challenges
that are available to the program and building. We will engage stakeholders from the community in ways to allow their vision to
be heard and seen. The steps we will take to do this are outlined below and illustrated further on a graphic schedule that follows.
Step 1 – Research/Organization
Step 3 continued
• On the first day, we will meet with the Task Force,
including the identified stakeholders, to review the key
goals and constraints for the project. This day will also
be used to discuss and organize for the community’s
interactive design charrette.
• On the second day we will have an interactive design
charrette to explore concepts for solving the challenges
and opportunities the project presents.
• All stakeholders should be invited to attend, collaborate,
comment and possibly get dirty. This charrette could use
a variety of art supplies but will definitely include a lively
and interactive discussion between the Project Team and
the community. Art will be used as a tool to animate the
physical realm.
• A summary document of the workshop will be provided.
• We will collect from the City any available historical
research, reports, drawings, and other documentation.
• We will have a kick-off meeting to introduce the
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MDA Team and establish lines of communication and
accountability within the Project Team.
We will confirm the project intent and discuss and
coordinate the work activities and schedule. This meeting
will include a preliminary walk-through of the property
with the Task Force.
Step 2 – Understanding Existing Conditions - Investigation
and Documentation
• We will perform an on-site building assessment to
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evaluate and record existing conditions, features,
materials, and spaces. This initial assessment will
utilize visual and digital photographic observation and
documentation.
We will update/prepare CAD/Revit floor plan and
elevation drawings of the building to be used in noting
conditions and graphically representing the concepts.
Step 4 – Defining Scope - Concept Design
• After the workshop we will prepare CAD/Revit based
plans, elevations, and renderings of multiple options.
• We will follow-up with the Task Force on what was heard
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Step 3 – Understanding Vision - Program Review
• We propose to use an intensive, on-site, collaborative
interview and design workshop that could last up to two
days. The basic design principles discussed will include:
• Art as a tool to animate physical realm and improve
connectivity
• Function
• Flexibility
• Collaboration
• Community
• Connectivity
• Physical Access
• Global network
• Environment
• Operations
•
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in the workshop and charrette
We will prepare a narrative including; existing conditions,
scope of work, budget, phases and/or alternates that could
be considered to complete the proposed rehabilitation.
It is possible that historic grants, tax credits, or other
financial aids may be sought to fund the eventual
renovation work; all work outlined will conform to the
Secretary of the Interior’s Standards.
A draft report will be presented for review and comment
by the Task Force.
Step 4A – Market Analysis
Simultaneous to Step 4, Webb Management Services will take
the results of the public input process and perform an analysis
of the market area, an evaluation of the possible uses and
users identified, an inventory of other regional competing or
complimentary facilities, and the financial viability of the project.
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C. Statement of Proposal
Deliverables:
Step 5 – Public Reveal
• Based on the comments received, we will prepare the
final narrative and graphic documents. The Team will
prepare and provide a summary presentation.
• Final documents will be available for use in expanding
community interest, fundraising, obtaining grants, and
other needs.
The documents will include drawings and narratives describing
the full understanding of:
• Development/enhancement of interior arrangements to
meet program and create required adjacencies & connections.
• Preliminary code review and understanding of code
deficiency corrections
• Accessibility to all levels
• Concepts and allowances for theater and AV systems
• Concepts and allowances for building systems – structural
modifications, heating, cooling, ventilation, plumbing,
life safety, electrical including lighting and technology
• Rehabilitation scope (roof, windows, doors, and walls)
• Development of required exterior modifications and/or
additions
• Project Budget
• Phasing concepts
• 3D visualizations/renderings
Proposed Schedule
Chateau Theater Reuse Study
Step 1 - Research/Organization
week
May
1
Kick off meeting
Research
2
3
June
4
1
2
July
3
4
1
2
3
August
4
1
2
3
Sept.
4
1
2
3
Project Team
MDA Team
Step 2 - Investigation/Documentation
On-site building assessment
MDA Team onsite
Step 3 - Program Review
Workshop - Day 1
Surveying
Community Interviews
Workshop - Day 2 Prep
Workshop - Day 2
Update to Task Force
Community Engagement
MDA Team
MDA Team
MDA Team
Community Engagement
MDA Team
Step 4 - Concept Design
Concept Drawings
Budget/Phasing
Draft Report
Update to Task Force
Comment Period
MDA Team
MDA Team
MDA Team
MDA Team
Task Force
Step 4A - Market Analysis
Information Gathering
Analysis
Draft Recommendations
Update to Task Force
Comment period
MDA Team
MDA Team
MDA Team
MDA Update to Task Force
Task Force
Step 5 - Public Reveal
Presentation to Task Force
Presentation - August Event
Final Documents
Next Steps - City of Rochester
MDA Team
Community Engagement
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D. Firm Profiles
Team History & Expertise
Miller Dunwiddie Architecture
Team Leader, Architecture, Historical Architect, Interiors, Building Envelope
The Cowles Center for Dance and the Performing Arts; Minneapolis, MN
50+ years of experience. Thousands of successful projects.
Countless happy clients
Contact
123 North Third Street, Suite 104
Minneapolis, MN 55401
p 612-337-0000
f 612-337-0031
[email protected]
www.millerdunwiddie.com
Miller Dunwiddie Architecture is a full-service architecture firm based in
Minneapolis, MN. Since 1963, Miller Dunwiddie has worked to shape and
preserve the environment through responsible, creative design. Our commitment
to improving the built environment has led to partnerships with diverse clients
throughout the region.
From providing decades of service to the Metropolitan Airports Commission–
to completing over 700 historic preservation projects–our range of work is a
testament to the firm’s commitment to improving and preserving the built
environment through excellent design–both in new facilities and existing
structures.
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D. Firm Profiles
Team History & Expertise
Miller Dunwiddie Architecture
Team Leader, Architecture, Historical Architect, Interiors, Building Envelope
Mabel Tainter Memorial Theatre; Menomonie, WI
We do more that you may think, and never less
We offer clients a professional staff with the skills necessary to solve problems
through innovative design solutions. We focus on our clients’ objectives and
concerns. We believe that by carefully listening, and continuing to emphasize
communication with the client as the design process proceeds through
construction, we can effectively design and construct any building type to suit
the needs of our clients.
Our architects, interior designers, and building envelope specialists offer clients
complete planning and design services. Every project is different. We form
teams to meet client requirements. Our firm is small enough to ensure that each
project is under the direct control of a firm Principal and yet large enough to
access additional personnel when schedule dictates.
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Services
Architecture
Interior Design
Historic Preservation
Building Envelope
Sustainable Design
D. Firm Profiles
Team History & Expertise
Miller Dunwiddie Architecture
Team Leader, Architecture, Historical Architect, Interiors, Building Envelope
Cowles Center for Dance
and The Performing Arts;
Minneapolis, MN
Left:
Rehabilitated & renamed
The Goodale Theater
Below:
Shubert Theater before
rehabilitation
Historic Preservation
A pioneer in historic preservation, Miller Dunwiddie has been helping protect
and revive architectural treasures since 1963. Over the past 50+ years we have
completed more than 700 preservation projects – including many National Historic
Landmarks. One-third of our staff meet the National Park Service’s Professional
Qualification Standard (36 CFR Part 61) for Historic Architecture as part of the
Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties.
The Expertise You Need
Our expertise in historic preservation is recognized throughout the Midwest. Our
work has ranged from the restoration of a tiny wooden farmhouse; to the master
plan, rehabilitation, and construction for an entire city block in a National Register
Historic District. We understand the research and documentation demands as
well as the architectural subtleties involved in historic buildings.
Riverfront Centre, Red Wing, MN
Help with Funding and Approvals
Funding and approvals are a critical part of any preservation project. MDA provides
advice and assistance for obtaining historic tax credits, facade easements, grant-in-aid,
and other financial incentives for historic buildings. In addition, we have a thorough
understanding of the codes and regulations for buildings on historical registries.
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D. Firm Profiles
Team History & Expertise
Schuler Shook
Theater Planning
Saenger Theatre; New Orleans, LA
Schuler Shook is a theatre consulting and architectural lighting design firm with
offices in Chicago, Minneapolis, Dallas, and Melbourne, Australia. Founded in
1986, they believe strongly that an open collaborative process is the key to
successful design.
Schuler Shook’s theatre consulting experience includes professional and
academic facilities that range from 200-seat intimate drama theatres to 3,000seat opera houses, as well as amphitheatres and convention centers. Theatre
planning services include programming, audience seating and sight lines, frontof-house and back-of-house planning studies, and all theatre support areas.
Schuler Shook designs and specifies all technical systems, including stage lighting,
stage rigging, stage lifts, orchestra shells and stage and acoustical curtains.
They have extensive experience designing theatres and the wide variety of
related adjunct spaces that these venues demand. They believe strongly that
an open collaborative process is the key to successful design. Additionally, they
are committed to innovation, practicality, and technically astute solutions that
integrate light and technology harmoniously with the vision of the architect.
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Peace Plaza; Rochester, MN
D. Firm Profiles
Team History & Expertise
Webb Management Services
Market Assessment
Feasibility Planning for Multi-arts Campus; Keene, NH
Webb Management Services is North America’s leading provider of arts and
cultural project planning services, having completed more than 360 assignments.
Our mission is to support preservation, development, and delivery within the
arts and cultural sector with sound planning and services that lead to cultural
and community development. We believe arts and culture play a vital role in
shaping our world. Through consulting, training, and research, our firm works
to strengthen the management and planning skills of the decision-makers who
create and sustain diverse arts and entertainment entities and communities.
A. M. Structural Engineering
Structural Assessment
Harvey Hall, UW Stout; Menomonie, WI
A.M. Structural Engineering was founded in 2002 by Dave Wagner and provides
full structural engineering services. These services include feasibility studies,
investigation, schematic design, design development, construction document
preparation, and construction administration. The firm has been engineer-ofrecord on hundreds of projects ranging from residential deck additions to a 10
story post-tensioned concrete condominium in the historic Minneapolis mill
district.
Michaud Cooley Erickson
Mechanical & Electrical Assessment
Janet Wallace Fine Arts Center; St. Paul, MN
For over 65 years Michaud Cooley Erickson has been providing the personalized
service which successful, long-term client relationships are predicated upon. Since
opening their doors in 1946 their team of mechanical and electrical engineers
has grown to 128. MCE has become one of the largest mechanical and electrical
consulting engineering firms in the United States with licensing in all 50 states.
Michaud Cooley Erickson’s services include designing mechanical, electrical,
lighting, fire protection, security, special systems and energy management
engineering solutions for clients, as well as providing commissioning and facilities
management services to facilitate efficient operation of systems.
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D. Firm Profiles
Team History & Expertise
Acoustic Distinctions
Acoustic and AV System Assessment
Acoustic Distinctions (AD) is a U.S.-based acoustics and AV system specialty
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consulting firm that works in built environments. As an integrated
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process
through value engineering, constructability and
AD’s insights have been gained through more than two decades of collaboration
schedule compliance. As the company’s chief estimator, he has
Chief
Estimator
on a diverse portfolio of projects of distinction. From arts, media, corporate,
developed industry-leading practices for estimating costs and
government, worship, education and mixed-use, AD strives for excellence in
Lincoln Theatre;
Columbus, OH
tracking current market pricing
conditions.
helping bring design in harmony.
Project Role
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with the project team to analyze and update budget estimates
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database and current market pricing information to develop conceptual estimates.
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Relevant Experience
Ordway
St. Paul,
MN
OrdwayCenter;
Center
for Performing
Arts & Concert
Hall Expansion
Ordway Center for Performing Arts & Concert Hall Expansion - St. Paul, MN
• Concert hall • High-end finishes • Specialized acoustics • Specialized mechanical
and electrical controls
Hess Roise and Company
Historic Assessment
Guthrie Theater - Minneapolis, MN
Three performance
• Educational
learning
• LEED Platinum
With• particular
expertise theaters
in architectural
history,
social spaces
and intellectual
history,
Certified
and the history of technology, Hess Roise has completed multiple projects for
public
and private
clients
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States
since 1990.
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Center for
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and the the
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reference
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proximity
to academic,
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construction
• Restoration
• Educational
learning
• Theater
space
public, and private libraries and archives. These resources allow us to conduct
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MN
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historians, architectural historians, and researchers.
Hess Roisemechanical
qualifies as
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woman-owned business and is certified by a number of government agencies.
Cowles Center for Dance & the Performing Arts
Mabel Tainter Memorial Theater; Menomonie, WI
Macalester College Janet Wallace Fine Arts Center Renovation Phase I & II
- St. Paul, MN
• New construction • Renovation • Selective demolition • Active campus
• Central utility system connection • Flexible space
JL Weiler, Inc.
Pipe Organ Analysis
Carleton College Weitz Center for Creativity - Northfield, MN
• Special
& electrical
controls
• Flexible
multi-purpose
space •voicing,
Exhibit
JL Weiler,
Inc.mechanical
has been engaged
in pipe
organ
restoration,
maintenance,
displays • Community gathering spaces • Interactive technologies • LEED Gold
and tonal finishing since 1983. They have become a well-established and highly
Certified • Specialized acoustics
respected pipe organ restoration specialist with clients around the world. With
a staff
of 15 artisans, our workshop offers organ restoration, technical, voicing
Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community Cultural Center - Prior Lake
and tuning
services,
and organ
relocation
forTipi
churches,
concert
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• Exhibit
space • consulting,
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• Theater
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academic
institutions,
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specialty pipe organ restoration firm in the US with projects spanning the globe.
St. John’s University Breuer’s Alcuin-Hill Museum & Manuscript Library Collegeville, MN
• Renovation • Museum • Specialized lighting • Specialized mechanical and
electrical controls
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Guthrie Theater
St. Mark’s Lutheran Church, Skinner Opus 695; Marion, IA
D. Firm Profiles
Project Experience
Cowles Center for Dance and the Performing Arts
Minneapolis, MN
Miller Dunwiddie Architecture, Schuler Shook, Acoustic Distinctions, McGough, Hess Roise
Contact/Reference
Artspace
Will Law, Vice President
612-333-9012 ext. 114
[email protected]
The Cowles Center for Dance and The Performing Arts brings to the Twin Cities a
new high-profile performing arts center. The new facility is home to more than
20 non-profit arts organizations, a statewide arts education resource, a 508-seat
theater, and is a major contributor to the downtown Minneapolis economy.
Completed
2011
Miller Dunwiddie’s design preserved the basic relationship between the Cowles
Center’s two historic buildings – Hennepin Center for the Arts, a former Masonic
Temple built in 1888, and the Shubert Theatre, built in 1910 – and links them
with a distinctive new addition.
The addition features a large lobby and audience amenities and a glass-walled
studio/classroom on the second level that will be visible from the first and
second floor lobbies. The studio/classroom is used for the Cowles Center’s
acclaimed arts education distance learning program, rehearsal space for theater
performers, and for events & functions.
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D. Firm Profiles
Project Experience
Awards
2012 AIA Minneapolis Merit
2012 Minneapolis Heritage Preservation
Commission
2012 Finance and Commerce Top Projects
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D. Firm Profiles
Project Experience
Paramount Theatre
Austin, MN
Miller Dunwiddie Architecture, Schuler Shook
Contact / Reference
Austin Area Commission for the Arts
Historic Paramount Theatre
Jennie Knoebel, Executive Director
507-434-0934
[email protected]
Completed
2012
The Paramount Theatre is a historic 7,425 SF theater in southern Minnesota.
The Austin Area Commission for the Arts (AACA) selected Miller Dunwiddie to
create comprehensive concept planning documents for the building’s future.
MDA, along with theater consultants Schuler Shook, conducted an intensive
two-day, on-site collaborative interview and design process workshop.
The process gathered key goals and constraints about the project from the
attendees followed by an interactive design charrette to layout the concepts
for solving the challenges the project presented the desired solution.
The concept designs explored the typical program plus a possible addition or
use of existing buildings to the east for expanded community programming,
event and catering space.
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D. Firm Profiles
Project Experience
Concept Design
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D. Firm Profiles
Project Experience
Mabel Tainter Center for the Arts
Menomonie, WI
Miller Dunwiddie Architecture, Schuler Shook, Hess Roise, A.M. Structural Engineering
Contact / Reference
Amy Rydberg Reise
(former Executive Director)
715-308-2832
[email protected]
Completed
2007
Awards
2010 AIA Minneapolis Merit
2008 Wisconsin Historical Society,
‘Restoration of the Year’
2014 One of the ‘15 of the World’s Most
Spectacular Theaters’, CNN Travel
The addition and renovation project for the Mabel Tainter Theatre began with
an extensive Historic Structures Report (HSR) by MDA which led to a rejuvenated
1890 building of historic grace and integrity. The 330 page HSR was partially
funded by a Jeffris Family Foundation Grant.
Miller Dunwiddie’s design responded to the challenges posed by restoring
a community landmark while meeting the needs of a modern theater. The
addition provided numerous fire/life safety improvements, accessibility updates,
and modernized building systems, including completely new HVAC systems
integrated into the architecture. The new exterior is clad in sandstone taken from
the original quarry, and will blend even further with the original Richardsonian
Romanesque building with time. The interior restoration involved investigation
and careful repair or reconstruction of the elaborate Moorish style decoration.
Theater seating was widened and refurbished to enhance the visitor’s experience.
The result is a theater that can continue its historic legacy and be appreciated for
generations to come.
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D. Firm Profiles
Project Experience
Palace Theatre
Luverne, MN
Miller Dunwiddie Architecture, Schuler Shook, A.M. Structural Engineering
Built in 1915 as both a stage theater and a movie-house, the Palace Theatre has
long served as a gathering place for the community. Today, it is operated by a
non-profit community organization, the Blue Mound Area Theatre Corporation,
in the same manner; playing host to plays, musical groups, and movies.
Miller Dunwiddie provided services to renovate the Palace Theatre. The work
included restoring the building’s exterior; remodeling and enlarging lobby,
box office and concessions areas; adding an accessible restroom on the main
level; installing new main level seating (with refurbished existing historic end
standards), and installing new theater lighting, sound, and rigging systems. The
World Premier of the Ken Burns PBS series, “The War”, was held here, since the
theater and town were featured throughout the series.
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Contact / Reference
Ben Vander Kooi
507-920-9546
[email protected]
Completed
2007
D. Firm Profiles
Project Experience
Victoria Theater Arts Center
St. Paul, MN
Miller Dunwiddie Architecture, Schuler Shook
Contact / Reference
Aaron Rubenstein
612-226-5517
[email protected]
Completed
April 2016 (study)
The Victoria Theater is currently a vacant building in Saint Paul’s Frog Town
neighborhood that through the years housed a number of performance and
visual display uses such as silent films; a night club; and, most recently, a
lighting show room. MDA led, with the collaboration of the Victoria Theater
Arts Initiative, a community-driven engagement process to understand the work
scope required to rehabilitate and program the building to create a location to
serve the surrounding community for new uses today and into the future.
Two main events, “design parties”, were held within the theater space, which
allowed those attending to get a glimpse of what gathering together with their
community in this space would be like. The first design party was focused
on understanding what the community envisioned for the space. The second
event allowed those attending to visualize and help with the space planning.
The design team used this input and their experience and expertise with similar
spaces to complete a conceptual design and probable cost for the project.
This information will be used to continue working on the necessary support to
finance and complete this community project. This process and the final report
were made possible by funding through a Knight Grant.
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D. Firm Profiles
Project Experience
St. Croix Falls Civic Auditorium
St. Croix Falls, WI
Miller Dunwiddie Architecture, Schuler Shook, A.M. Structural Engineering
The St Croix Civic Auditorium currently hosts multiple performances and
other events during the year within this historic building. There is a desire
to increase and expand the use of this City-owned community asset to realize
its full potential. In order to accomplish this, there is a need to modify and
increase the size of the main floor for pre-function, patron support, and lobby
spaces. The expanded spaces will be used to support other events such as
weddings, receptions, conferences, classes, etc. Limitations to the stage and
support areas, including accessibility, must also be addressed.
MDA, with Theatrical Consultant Schuler Shook, provided the concept
planning, including theatre design and lighting, to determine renovation and
expansion plan possibilities. The concepts were designed to address the longterm viability of the theatre. The concept process included understanding the
existing building conditions through on-site inspection and documentation,
and exploring potential tie-ins and shared spaces with a future privately owned
development next door. The auditorium project is just beginning the Schematic
Design Phase of services, with the theatre projected to open in Summer 2017.
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D. Firm Profiles
Project Experience
Glensheen Estate,
Duluth, MN
University of Minnesota
Miller Dunwiddie Architecture, Hess Roise
Built between 1905 and 1908, the Glensheen Historic Estate contains a 39-room
Manor House, a Stable/Carriage House, a Gardener’s Cottage, a Boat House, and
other outbuildings on 7-1/2 landscaped acres on Lake Superior. MDA has been
involved with the Glensheen Mansion for over 25 years, beginning with a Historic
Structures Report (HSR) for the site in 1989. In 2011 MDA updated the HSR by
re-evaluating and documenting the conditions at the property and adding an
overview of the original historic site design and landscaping.
Our services at Glensheen continue to expand. Soon after severe storms tore
through the Duluth area in June 2012, MDA lead a team of consultants to
assess the damage to the estate and prepared construction documents for the
recommended work to restore the site back to its ‘pre-storm event’ appearance.
In 2015, Miller Dunwiddie was selected to for two additional projects that are both
just getting underway - restoring the Bowling Green/Garden walls that suffered
water damage and providing accessibility upgrades to the Gardener’s Cottage.
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D. Firm Profiles
Project Experience
Northrop Memorial Auditorium
University of Minnesota
Minneapolis, MN
Miller Dunwiddie Architecture, Schuler Shook
As part of a larger team, MDA completed an extensive Predesign Master Plan
for Northrop Memorial Auditorium. Initial work included the creation of
existing condition documents to identify infrastructure, functional, code, and
accessibility deficiencies. Through visual inspections of all areas within the
building these items were logged and used as the basis for further architectural
analysis. Miller Dunwiddie identified numerous contributing elements that would
require respectful rehabilitation. A complete new sprinkler system was designed
and installed throughout the building with phased construction sequenced to
maintain the Auditorium performance schedule and use of University offices. In
2006, MDA was called upon again to provide historic preservation consultation
for the exterior stabilization of the building.
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D. Firm Profiles
Project Experience
Orpheum Theatre; Minneapolis, MN
Orpheum, State, and Pantages Theaters
Hennepin Theatre Group
Minneapolis, MN
Miller Dunwiddie Architecture, Schuler Shook, McGough
Hennepin Avenue in downtown Minneapolis is well known for its many Historic
theaters, four of which are operated by the Hennepin Theatre Group (HTG). Miller
Dunwiddie was selected to assist the HTG in the preparation of a 10-year Capitol
Improvements Plan for three of those theaters, the Orpheum, the State, and the
Pantages. Work included an interior & exterior evaluation; surveying the theaters to
verify and quantify potential scope; and development of a prioritized improvements
plan, including a phasing schedule and costs for the identified work.
The Orpheum Theatre is one of three performance spaces under the responsibility
of The Hennepin Theatre Group (HTG). Their role is to guarantee the future of
these theaters including operations, preservation and programming. There is
currently a two-year campaign to remove and replace the existing seats. MDA
was hired to review the balcony seating configuration, design the modifications,
prepare construction documents, provide updated cost information and required
construction administration.
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D. Firm Profiles
Project Experience
Grant County Courthouse
Elbow Lake MN
Miller Dunwiddie Architecture, Michaud Cooley Erickson
The 1905 Grant County Courthouse is listed on the National Register of Historic Places
and has seen only minimal changes in over 100 years. Miller Dunwiddie completed
an existing conditions assessment of the courthouse and made recommendations
for needed repairs and infrastructure upgrades. All of the building systems were
evaluated, including a structural assessment which led to a more in-depth study and
materials testing of the reinforced concrete floor structures.
The project utilized a grant from the Office of Energy Security for window replacement,
along with rebates from the local utility company for geothermal ground-source heat
pumps. Other work included roof replacement, floor slab stabilization and support,
fire protection, accessible restrooms, electrical system upgrades, interior restoration
in historically significant areas, and updated finishes in office areas.
During the renovation work, a large mural on the courtroom ceiling (approx.
18’x25’) was uncovered. This mural is currently being conserved – a process of
carefully cleaning, consolidating paint layers, patching and repairing the plaster,
and retouching areas of missing paint. A similar process will be used to conserve
the murals in the dome in the adjacent lobby.
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Awards
2014 Preservation Alliance of
Minnesota
D. Firm Profiles
Project Experience
Winona Masonic Temple
Winona, MN
Miller Dunwiddie Architecture, A.M. Structural Engineering, Hess Roise
The City of Winona selected MDA to provide a Historic Structures Report. The
work was completed over a three-month period and consisted of a preliminary
walk through to identify areas of concerns, historic research to understand the
historic role and evolution of the building, and an existing condition survey
including the character and condition of physical spaces, elements, materials,
and systems. Concurrent the project also included digital scanning of the spaces
to provide measured drawings. Based on the findings and research, a treatment
approach and work recommendations were developed in report form. Structural
repairs and re-roofing are now proceeding.
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D. Firm Profiles
Project Experience
Česko-Slovanský Podporující Spolek
(CSPS) Hall
St. Paul, MN
Miller Dunwiddie Architecture, A.M. Structural Engineering
The CSPS Hall is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and has played
a central role in the Czech and Slovak community in St. Paul since its construction
in 1887. Miller Dunwiddie led a team of consultant to prepare a Master Plan
for the facility. Specifically, the team was asked to prepare an assessment of
the existing facilities noting prioritized recommendations for repair along with
an estimate of associated costs, market analysis of potential rental space, and
schematic design concepts which illustrate options that reflect the needs of the
organization.
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D. Firm Profiles
Project Experience
Saenger Theatre
New Orleans, LA
Schuler Shook
Originally opened in 1927, the Saenger Theatre provided many years of theatre,
film, and music to New Orleans. Hurricane Katrina devastated this theatre in
2005, render-ing the building damaged and idle for many years.
Schuler Shook provided Theatre Planning and Architectural Lighting Design
ser-vices for the $52 million major restoration that resulted. The atmospheric
theatre had increase versatility and functioning with an expanded stage house,
all new building and performance systems, and restoration of numerous historic
finishes.
The lighting design included refurbishing historic fixtures with updated wiring
and circuits for optimal control and replicating missing fixtures with energy
efficient and easy to maintain solutions.
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D. Firm Profiles
Project Experience
Plaza Theatre
El Paso, TX
Schuler Shook
Since it’s opening in 1930, the Plaza Theatre was known as the Showplace of
the Southwest for it’s size, elaborate decor, and technical innovations. This
atmospheric theater displayed a starry night with clouds and a dark sky across
the ceiling when the lights dimmed. In 1986 the deteriorating theatre was saved
from demolition.
Schuler Shook provided the Theatre Planning services to restore the house and
provide all new support spaces and technical systems for this 2,100-seat theatre.
A new stage house with counter-weighted rigging and a new stage and house
lighting system provides for both local and touring performances.
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D. Firm Profiles
Project Experience
The Lerner Performing Arts Center
Elkhart, IN
Schuler Shook
The Lerner Theatre, formerly the ELCO Theatre, was restored to its former 1924
glory. Schuler Shook was involved with the pre-design study and the resulting
renovation that began in 2009.
The renovation included an expanded stage and support facilities. The orchestra
level floor was modified to improve sight lines and ADA access. Structural
challenges were overcome in the basement to allow an automated orchestra
pit lift to be installed. A new, state of the art dimming and control system was
installed and new lighting fixtures were selected. The audio and lighting control
area at the main floor were expanded and a new follow-spot/projection room
was constructed at the rear of the balcony. The counterweight rigging system
was relocated from stage right to stage left to accom-modate a new loading dock
and freight elevator. Infrastructure was included to allow an orchestra shell to be
added in the future. LED light sources were used to relight the house.
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D. Firm Profiles
Project Experience
Kings Theatre
Brooklyn, NY
Schuler Shook
The former Loew’s Kings Theater on Brooklyn’s Flatbush Avenue is one of the
largest and most decorative venues in New York City. The renovation preserved
its beauty while creating a fully-equipped, 3,200-seat modern performance
space designed to support live music, dance and theatre productions.
Schuler Shook provided complete theatre planning services which included
an extensive seating reconfiguration and over-build to improve comfort and
sightlines. The stagehouse was expanded slightly and equipped with a new
lighting rigging and masking curtains. Large decorative curtains at the proscenium
opening, auditorium and lobby were recreated from historic photographs.
The architectural lighting design included restoration of several lobby chandeliers
plus historically appropriate selections to replace missing fixtures from the
site. LED sources were added to highlight auditorium ceiling coves and other
architectural features.
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D. Firm Profiles
Project Experience
Cedar Cultural Center
Minneapolis, MN
Miller Dunwiddie Architecture,
Schuler Shook
Recently opened, Phase I
improved The Cedar’s large
public plaza that is used as an
outdoor performance venue and
much-needed neighborhood
open space. Phase II will be an
expansion and renovation of the
existing building.
Harvey Hall, UW Stout
Menomonie, WI
Miller Dunwiddie Architecture,
Schuler Shook, A.M. Structural
Engineering
Complete renovation of the
500+ seat facility included new
seats throughout; re-sloped and
added balcony seating; improved
sightlines; renovation of backstage
areas; upgraded to sound and
lighting systems; and complete
renovation of the HVAC system.
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D. Firm Profiles
Project Experience
Peabody Opera House
St. Louis, MO
Schuler Shook
Renovation of historic opera
house including a 3,100-seat main
auditorium and three banquet/
assembly rooms, VIP lounge and
extensive lobby shared by all
spaces
First Street Plaza
Rochester, MN
Schuler Shook
Lighting design for a downtown
plaza and foundation.
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D. Firm Profiles
Project Experience
Guthrie Theater
Minneapolis, MN
Michaud Cooley Erickson, McGough
250,000 SF Theater along the
Mississippi River. Thrust &
Proscenium Stages. MCE designed
the MEP and Commissioning for
the Performing Arts complex,
including the Scene Shop,
classroom spaces, and a car
parking ramp. A fire alarm and
security system design was also
integrated.
Janet Wallace
Fine Arts Center,
Macalester College
St. Paul, MN
Michaud Cooley Erickson, McGough
180,000 SF Fine and Performing
Arts Center Renovation and
expansion of the 1968 Fine Arts
building including central chiller
and boiler plant upgrades.
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D. Firm Profiles
Project Experience
Lincoln Theatre
Columbus, OH
Acoustic Distinctions
Rehabilitation of 1920s, 566-seat
theatre fortified its inclusion in the
National Register of Historic Places
List and served as a catalyst for
revitalizing a historic downtown
neighborhood. Acoustic design
spanned the main stage theatre
with anticipated use for both live
arts and cinematic presentations
with the addition of a new digital
projection system.
Ohio Theatre
Columbus, OH
Acoustic Distinctions
Acoustic study as part of a larger
facility assessment of 2,779-seat
Spanish-Baroque masterpiece
built in 1928. team addressed
acoustic enhancements including
mechanical/electrical noise and
vibration control, sound isolation
and coordination of interior
finishes to preserve the Hall’s
strong natural acoustics
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D. Firm Profiles
Project Experience
Seminole Theatre
Homestead, FL
Webb Management Services
A complete a business plan that
considered various opportunities
and alternatives to animate the
facility and generate value for the
City based on market conditions
and industry trends.
Running Theaters: Best
Practices for Leaders
and Managers
Webb Management Services
Released in 2005, the book
reveals the best practices that
consistently lead to operating
successful theaters. Culled from
surveys and interviews with more
than fifty top theater managers
and experts, this guide provides
proven and successful strategies
from managers, staff, and volunteer
leaders covering virtually every
aspect of running a theater:
audience development, fundraising,
facility development, programming,
community involvement, and
much more. Special sections cover
physical maintenance, technology
in theaters, and staff and board
development.
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D. Firm Profiles
Project Experience
St. John Cantius Church
- Casavant Opus 1130
Chicago, IL
JL Weiler
Casavant Opus 1130 (four
manuals, 57 ranks), rescued from
the shuttered St. James United
Methodist Church in Hyde Park,
has been restored and installed at
St. John Cantius Church, Chicago.
Built in 1926, the organ was a
favorite of the noted composer
and organist Marcel Dupre. The
restoration was completed in time
for the dedication on October 20,
2013.
State Theatre
- Wurlitzer Opus 2005
Sydney, Australia
JL Weiler
The restored four-manual Wurlitzer
console scope of work included
the removal of contemporary
stopaction magnets, associated
hardware, and controls; restoration
of the main stopkey motor plate
which had been altered; returning
wind operated stopkey movements
using all vintage Wurlitzer
components and tin tubing; the
restoration of the console case
to its 1928 appearance; replating
hardware in bright nickel; all
braided cable coverings using the
late Wurlitzer houndstooth pattern
fabricated; a restored Wurlitzer
pedalboard; and the return to the
original stoplist.
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E. Staff Resumes
Chateau Theatre Reuse Task Force
Miller Dunwiddie Architecture
Team Leader, Architecture, Historical Architect, Interiors, Building Envelope
John Mecum - Principal-in-Charge
Denita Lemmon - Project Manager/Project Architect
Kathryn Hunsley - Interior Designer
Windy Fleischaker - Architectural Intern
Rick Froberg - Building Envelope Specialist, Roof Consultant (Value Added Services)
Wing Kong - Building Envelope Specialist, Waterproofing Consultant (Value Added Services)
CONSULTANT TEAM
Base Services
Schuler Shook
Theater Planning
Webb Management
Market Assessment
A. M. Structural Engineering
Structural Assessment
Michael DiBlasi
Duncan Webb
Dave Wagner
Acoustic Distinctions
Acoustical Assessment
Michaud Cooley Erickson
Mechanical & Electrical Assessment
McGough Construction
Cost Model
David Kahn - Acoustical
Greg Cardinal - Mechanical
Todd Daly - Electrical
Ted Salzman - Fire Protection
Eric Stelmack - Technology
Dave Pothen
David Robb - Audio Visual
Value Added Team Members
Pipe Organ Analysis
Hess Roise and Company
Historic Assessment
Jeff Weiler
Charlene Roise
JL Weiler
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E. Staff Resumes
John Mecum,
Principal in Charge
AIA, NCARB
Miller Dunwiddie Architecture
John is a Principal with MDA and has over 30 years of experience including completing
over 300 preservation projects, mostly planning, adaptive reuse, and rehabilitations
for historic buildings. He has been a facilitator for project workshops and community
engagement sessions on multiple projects. John is a skilled listener who works to help
diverse groups identify shared needs, articulate common goals, understand exciting
possibilities, and reach consensus. He has had a love for the technical side of the theatre
since high school and served 7 years as the Technician Director of a community theatre.
Selected Relevant Project Experience
License / Certification
• MN Architect #21617
• Meets the National Park Service’s
Professional Qualification
Standard (36 CFR Part 61) for
Historic Architecture, as part of
the Secretary of the Interior’s
Standards for the Treatment of
Historic Properties
Education
• M. of Architecture & Landscape
Preservation, Iowa State
University
Associations
• The American Institute of
Architects
• National Council of Architectural
Registration Boards
• Association for Preservation
Technology international
Artspace
• The Cowles Center for Dance and the Performing Arts; Minneapolis, MN
• Shubert Theatre Relocation
• Predesign Study
• New Addition linking two historic buildings
• Franklin Arts Center (adaptive reuse of historic school); Brainerd, MN
• Tilsner Artists Lofts; St. Paul, MN
Hennepin Theatre Trust
• Orpheum Theatre Facilities Assessment
• Orpheum Theatre Balcony Seating Reviews
• Orpheum Theatre VIP Lounge Concept Design
• Pantages Theatre Facilities Assessment
• State Theatre Facilities Assessment
• Historic Theater Group Office Relocation
University of MN - Ongoing services since 1990 and over 200 projects:
• Northrop Memorial Auditorium
• Predesign Study
• Exterior Restoration Consultant
• Lobby Ceiling Restoration
• Sprinkler System Addition
• John Q. Imholte Hall Addition and Renovation, Morris
• Ben Pomeroy Student/Alumni Learning Center (Adaptive Reuse of Historic Dairy Barn)
• Folwell Hall Exterior Restoration and Interior Rehabilitation
• Southeast Heating Plant Exterior Restoration and Rehabilitation
• Over 50 Building Conditions Assessments, Evaluations and Planning Studies
Heart of the Beast Puppet & Mask Theatre Mechanical Upgrade & Code Specifications;
Minneapolis, MN
Minneapolis City Hall/Courthouse - Ongoing rehabilitation and restoration projects
since 1984
Cathedral of Saint Paul Master Plan Study and Exterior Restoration; St. Paul, MN
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E. Staff Resumes
Denita Lemmon,
AIA, NCARB, LEED AP
Project Manager/Project Architect
Miller Dunwiddie Architecture
Denita is an Associate Principal & Project Manager with MDA and has been with the
firm since 1996. She has developed a passion for solving technical and visual aspects of
existing and aging buildings and has extensive experience in adapting historic buildings.
She has a successful track record of managing complex architectural and construction
projects from building assessments to concept development & planning to scheduling,
estimating, and client/contractor interaction. Denita has a particular passion for theaters.
She has a unique understanding of diverse requirements for the use of an auditorium and
surrounding spaces, having served as House Manager for 10-years at the University of
Minnesota’s Northrop Memorial Auditorium.
Selected Relevant Project Experience
St. Croix Falls Civic Auditorium Reuse Concept Planning; St. Croix Falls, WI
Artspace
• The Cowles Center for Dance and the Performing Arts; Minneapolis, MN
• Predesign Study
• New Addition linking two historic buildings
• Franklin Arts Center (adaptive reuse of historic school); Brainerd, MN
Hennepin Theatre Trust
• Orpheum Theatre Facilities Assessment
• Orpheum Theatre Balcony Seating Reviews
• Orpheum Theatre VIP Lounge Concept Design
• Pantages Theatre Facilities Assessment
• State Theatre Facilities Assessment
• Historic Theater Group Office Relocation
License / Certification
• MN Architect #40489
• LEED Accredited Professional
• Meets the National Park Service’s
Professional Qualification
Standard (36 CFR Part 61) for
Historic Architecture as part of
the Secretary of the Interior’s
Standards for the Treatment of
Historic Properties.
Education
• B. Architecture & Environmental
Design, University of Minnesota
Mabel Tainter Memorial Theater Addition and Restoration; Menomonie, WI
Victoria Theater Concept Design Planning; St. Paul, MN
City of Winona - Masonic Temple Historic Structures Report
University of Wisconsin, Stout - Harvey Hall Theatre Renovation; Menomonie, WI
Paramount Theatre Concept Planning; Austin, MN
Cedar Cultural Center Remodeling and Expansion; Minneapolis, MN
Heart of the Beast Puppet & Mask Theatre Mechanical Upgrade & Code Specifications;
Minneapolis, MN
University of Minnesota
• Northrop Memorial Auditorium
• Predesign Study
• Exterior Restoration Consultant
• Lobby Ceiling Restoration
• Sprinkler System Addition
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Associations
• League of Historic Theatres
• Copperidge Foundation - Cultural
Exchange, Cuba 2014
• American Institute of Architects
• National Trust for Historic
Preservation
• Preservation Alliance of
Minnesota
• Past Vice-Chair of the Minneapolis
Heritage Commission
E. Staff Resumes
Kathryn Hunsley,
Interior Designer
CID, IIDA
Miller Dunwiddie Architecture
Kathryn is an Associate Principal & Director of Interior Design with MDA and has been
with the firm since 2001. She involved in every facet of a project, from programming
and space planning to construction documentation and implementation. Collaboration
with her clients, which involves guiding a client through the entire design process, from
materials and finish selections to furniture specifications and installation, is at the core
of her passion for interior design.
Selected Relevant Project Experience
License / Certification
• MN Certified Interior Designer
#C02174
Education
• B. S. Interior Design, Minnesota
State University, Mankato
Associations
• The International Interior Design
Association
Artspace
• The Cowles Center for Dance and the Performing Arts; Minneapolis, MN
• Predesign Study
• New Addition linking two historic buildings
• Franklin Arts Center (adaptive reuse of historic school); Brainerd, MN
Hennepin Theatre Trust
• Orpheum Theatre VIP Lounge Concept Design
• Historic Theater Group Office Relocation
Mabel Tainter Memorial Theater Addition and Restoration; Menomonie, WI
Palace Theatre - Historic Facility Assessment and Renovation; Luverne, MN
University of Wisconsin, Stout - Harvey Hall Theatre Renovation; Menomonie, WI
Czech Slovak Sokol Minnesota Master Plan; St. Paul, MN
Grant County Courthouse Restoration; Elbow Lake, MN
Edina Country Club Clubhouse Addition & Renovation; Edina, MN
University of Minnesota
• Folwell Hall Interior Renovation Programming
• John Q. Imholte Hall Addition & Renovation
Basilica of St. Mary Renovations; Minneapolis, MN
Church of St. Peter Addition & Renovation; North St. Paul, MN
Our Lady of Lourdes Church Interior Renovation; Minneapolis, MN
Unity Church - Unitarian Addition and Renovation; St. Paul, MN
Metropolitan Airports Commission - Over 10 improvement projects at Terminal 2 Humphrey; MSP International Airport, MN
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E. Staff Resumes
Michael DiBlasi, ASTC
Theater Designer
Schuler Shook
Michel DiBlasi, Partner at Schuler Shook, has 30 years of theatre planning experience and
specializes in renovating historic performance facilities. Michael focuses on bringing older
venues into efficient and technically savvy venues, while respecting the historic attributes
and integration of modern systems. Michael’s background includes lighting design for
dance, opera, theater and special events which provide a strong basis for his theatre
consulting work. This hands-on understanding of the requirements for performance
venues, including technical, functional and aesthetic issues, provides an invaluable
resource to the design of theatre facilities. His accomplishments in theatre consulting
include renovated and new performance spaces for professional and educational facilities.
Education
• B. of Fine Arts, Boston University
Selected Relevant Project Experience
Rochester First Street Plaza, Rochester, MN
Mayo Civic Center Renovation and Expansion, Rochester, MN
Civic Theatre, Rochester, MN
The Cowles Center for Dance and the Performing Arts; Minneapolis, MN
St. Croix Falls Civic Auditorium Reuse Concept Planning; St. Croix Falls, WI
Pantages Theatre; Minneapolis, MN
Paramount Theatre Concept Planning; Austin, MN
Mabel Tainter Memorial Theater Addition and Restoration; Menomonie, WI
Palace Theatre - Historic Facility Assessment and Renovation; Luverne, MN
Cedar Cultural Center Remodeling and Expansion; Minneapolis, MN
Eau Claire Regional Arts Center, State Theatre; Eau Claire, WI
Steppingstone Theatre for Youth Development; St. Paul, MN
The Howard Theatre; Washington, D. C.
Theatre de la Jeune Lune; Minneapolis, MN
Saenger Theatre, New Orleans, LA
Plaza Theatre, El Paso, TX
T.B. Sheldon Auditorium, Red Wing, MN
Lerner Theatre, Elkhart, IN
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Associations
• American Society of Theatre
Consultants
• U. S. Institute for Theater
Technology
• League of Historic American
Theatres – Board of Directors
E. Staff Resumes
Windy Fleischaker,
Architectural Intern
Assoc. AIA
Miller Dunwiddie Architecture
Windy joined MDA in the fall of 2015 an Architectural Intern with two years of experience,
after an earlier career as a set designer & scenic artist. She is a design professional with a
passion for sustainability and community-oriented design. Windy’s previous career in theater
and film has provided her with a technical understanding of the performing art that she brings
to her practice at MDA.
Selected Relevant Project Experience
Victoria Theater Concept Design Planning; St. Paul, MN
Education
• M. Architecture, University
of Minnesota
• M. K-12 Visual Arts, College
of St. Catherine
• B. Theater Technology,
University of Minnesota
Associations
• American Institute of
Architects
St. Paul Public Schools Miscellaneous Planning
Westwoodhills Nature Center Concept Planning; St. Louis Park, MN
Selected Past Experience - Set Designer, Scenic Artist, & Model Maker
Fox 2000 - Joe Somebody, Los Angeles
New Line Cinema - Sugar & Spice, Los Angeles
VEE Corporation - Sesame Street Live, Minneapolis
Disney - Country Bears, Los Angeles
Children’s Theater Company - Aladdin & Reeling, Minneapolis, MN
Rick Froberg, RRC, AIA, LEED AP
Building Envelope Specialist, Roof Consultant (Value Added Service)
Miller Dunwiddie Architecture
Rick is a Project Manager within MDA’s Building Envelope Group, with expertise in roof
evaluations, assessment and design including over 1,000 roof replacement projects. Rick
specializes in roof and waterproofing replacement, and his 26 years of experience includes
analyzing existing construction, reviewing new system design and detailing, technical
specifications, product information, code requirements, and construction documents.
Selected Relevant Project Experience
License/Certification
• RCI Roof Consultant #0257
• LEED Accredited Professional
• Meets the National Park
Service’s Professional
Qualification Standard (36
CFR Part 61) for Historic
Architecture
Education
• B. A. Architecture, University
of Minnesota
Rochester Community & Technical College - Multiple Roof Replacements
IBM - Multiple Roof Replacements (2000 - Ongoing); Rochester, MN
Olympik Village Apartments Roof Replacement; Rochester, MN
Olmsted County Weigh Station Scale House Roof Replacement; Rochester, MN
University of Minnesota - Over 200 Roof Replacement Projects
Artspace Projects - Hennepin Center for the Arts Partial Roof Replacement; Minneapolis, MN
Minneapolis Public Schools - Sanford Middle School Renovation & Expansion
Minneapolis Public Schools - Anne Sullivan Elementary School Roof Replacement
Grant County Courthouse Roof Leak Study; Elbow Lake, MN
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E. Staff Resumes
Wing Kong, PE
Building Envelope Specialist, Waterproofing
Miller Dunwiddie Architecture
(Value Added Service)
Wing is a Project Manager within MDA’s Building Envelope Group, with expertise in
evaluation and forensic investigation of moisture distress in building envelopes, masonry
preservation and restoration, and plaza and underground building waterproofing
systems. He has been involved with design and construction administration of numerous
projects for masonry preservation/restoration.
Selected Relevant Project Experience
University of Minnesota - Over 100 projects including Building Envelope
Evaluations, Exterior Wall Studies & Repairs, Window Leak Studies & Repairs, Tunnel
Waterproofing Repairs, Plaza and Below Grade Waterproofing Studies & Repairs
State of Minnesota
• Bureau of Criminal Apprehension Window and Wall Leak Studies & Repairs
• Centennial Office Building Plaza, Terraces, Stairways and Parking Ramp Repairs
• State Office Building Preservation Predesign
• Veterans Home Building 16 Foundation Waterproofing
City of Superior, WI - Fairlawn Mansion Foundation Restoration
License/Certification
• MN Professional Engineer #26798
(civil)
• Level 1 Thermographer #72351
(Infrared Training Center)
Education
• B. Civil Engineering, University of
Minnesota
Hennepin County - Rogers Library Exterior Assessment; Rogers, MN
Duncan Webb,
Market Analysis Consultant
CMC
Webb Management Services
Duncan is the President of Webb Management Services with over 25 years of experience writing
feasibility studies for a range of performing arts facilities. He is an active speaker and published
writer on arts management and the development, operation, and financing of arts facilities.
Webb’s book “Running Theaters: Best Practices for Managers and Leaders” was the first book
ever written on the management of performing arts facilities. He is also a professor in New York
University’s Graduate Program in Performing Arts Administration, where he teaches Finance and
Planning for the Performing Arts and Principles + Practices of Performing Arts Administration.
Selected Relevant Project Experience
Dorothy Chandler Pavilion + LA Music Center Renovation Assessment; Los Angeles, CA
Orpheum Theatre Renovation Feasibility Study; Wichita, KS
WYO Theater Expansion Feasibility Study + Business Planning; Sheridan, WY
Proctor’s Theatre Feasibility Study + Planning Services; Schenectady, NY
Cultural Arts Center Needs Assessment; Carmel, CA
Seminole Theatre Feasibility Study + Business Plan; Homestead, FL
Nevins Hall Feasibility Study + Market Study, Framingham, MA
Fox Theater Restoration Study, Oakland, CA
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License/Certification
• Certified Management
Consultant
Education
• M. Business Administration,
University of Tornonto
• B. Economics, University of
Western Ontario
E. Staff Resumes
David Wagner
Structural Engineer
A.M. Structural Engineering
David has worked on hundreds of projects with extensive experience with the design of many
structural materials including timber, steel, concrete, post-tensioned concrete, and masonry
as well as non-standard systems such as sandwich panel construction and aluminum trusses.
He has contributed to all phases of construction including schematic design thru construction
administration.
Selected Relevant Project Experience
License / Certification
• MN Professional Engineer
#25420
Education
• B. Construction
Engineering, North
Dakota State University
Mabel Tainter Memorial Theater Addition and Restoration; Menomonie, WI
Palace Theatre Restoration and Renovation; Luverne, MN
University of Wisconsin, Stout - Harvey Hall Renovation; Menomonie, WI
CSPS Sokol Hall Master Plan Schematic Design; St. Paul, MN
Woods Hall Addition; Madeline Island, WI
Stout Office Building; Menomonie, WI
University of Wisconsin River Falls Ramer Field Lighting; River Falls, WI
Columbia Heights High School Gymnasium Addition; Columbia Heights, MN
Pine Grove Market Place; Cottage Grove, MN
Greg Cardinal, PE, LEED AP
Mechanical Engineer
Michaud Cooley Erickson
Greg is a Mechanical Project Engineer and Team Group Leader at Michaud Cooley Erickson
(MCE). He coordinates document development for multiple projects and teams to provide
consistent products and service. In these roles, Greg is responsible for recruiting new clients,
managing the day-to-day project coordination and is the mechanical point of contact for
the owner. His experience includes direct supervision of engineering staff responsible for
mechanical system designs, quality control of engineering elements, and communication of
project goals and objectives.
License / Certification
• MN Professional Engineer
#41849
• LEED Accredited Professional
Education
• B. Mechanical Engineering,
University of Minnesota
Selected Relevant Project Experience
Cathedral of St. Paul; St. Paul, MN
• Boiler Replacement Study
• Organ Revitalization & Choir Loft Renovation
• Building Cooling Schematic Design
• Facility Mechanical Equipment Assessment
Travelers - Multiple Renovations and HVAC Upgrades; St. Paul, MN
Radisson BLU, Mall of America; Bloomington, MN
The St. Paul Hotel Renovations; St. Paul, MN
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E. Staff Resumes
Todd Daly, PE, LEED AP
Electrical Engineer
Michaud Cooley Erickson
Todd Daly’s experience includes the design of electrical distribution systems, general power
layouts, lighting, communication systems and fire alarm systems. Todd’s portfolio includes
many types of projects including: Medical, Laboratory and Commercial facilities. Todd’s
current role at MCE is Electrical Project Manager. In this role Todd oversees the electrical
design of several projects. His involvement begins with initial electrical concepts and budgets
through design, and the development of Construction Documents. Todd is also involved with
coordination during Construction.
Selected Relevant Project Experience
Grant County Courthouse Restoration; Elbow Lake, MN
Stillwater Public Library Addition and Renovation; Stillwater, MN
Minneapolis City Hall/Courthouse - Multiple Renovations and Life Safety Upgrades
Warren E Burger Federal Building Restoration & Renovation; St. Paul, MN
University of Minnesota; Minneapolis, MN
• Regis Center for Art
• Ford Hall Renovation
• Murphy Hall Renovation
Ted Salzman,
Fire Protection Engineer
License / Certification
• MN Professional Engineer
#19588
• LEED Accredited Professional
Education
• B. Electrical / Electronics
Engineering, North Dakota
State University
PE, LEED AP
Michaud Cooley Erickson
Ted has over 7 years experience in the design and construction of fire protection systems.
Ted provides a full range of fire protection engineering services including design of fire
suppression and detection systems, conducting code reviews, establishing equivalences
and fire protection design parameters. Ted evaluates code requirements for hazardous
material areas including explosion prevention systems, spill control, secondary containment,
ventilation, and determination of building control areas.
License / Certification
Selected Relevant Project Experience
• MN Professional Engineer
Musical Instrument Museum; Phoenix, AZ
Schupert Center Landmark Building Tenant Remodel; St. Paul, MN
Minneapolis City Hall/Courthouse Life Safety Upgrades
Warren E Burger Federal Building Restoration & Renovation; St. Paul, MN
Macalester Fine Arts College - Fine and Performing Arts Center Central Chiller and Boiler
Plants; St. Paul, MN
Hennepin County Government Center Office Remodels; Minneapolis, MN
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#51352
• LEED Accredited Professional
Education
• B. Mechanical Engineering,
University of WisconsinMadison
E. Staff Resumes
Eric Stelmack,
Technology Engineer
PE, LEED AP
Michaud Cooley Erickson
Eric has been practicing engineering with Michaud Cooley Erickson (MCE) since 1996. Eric
leads and manages the Technology Systems group for MCE and is highly proficient in all
phases from project schematic design to construction administration in multiple market
sectors. He maintains comprehensive knowledge of voice and data, fire alarm, security,
audio/visual and other low-voltage systems. He is a natural leader and clients appreciate his
high energy.
License / Certification
• MN Professional Engineer
#43108
• LEED Accredited Professional
Education
• B. Industrial and Systems
Engineering, University of
Wisconsin-Madison
Selected Relevant Project Experience
Children’s Theater Addition; Minneapolis, MN
Guthrie Theatre; Minneapolis, MN
Mystic Lake Casino Renovation and Remodel; Prior Lake, MN
Musical Instrument Museum; Phoenix, AZ
Warren E Burger Federal Building Restoration & Renovation; St. Paul, MN
University of Minnesota - St. Anthony Falls Laboratory; Minneapolis, MN
Hennepin County - Century Plaza Building; Minneapolis, MN
David Kahn, LEED AP
Acoustical Designer
Acoustic Distinctions
David’s 30 year career in the field of architectural acoustics has an emphasis in performance
space design and addressing acoustic challenges in historic theatre renovations. He has
assisted architects and performance organizations in integrating acoustical design to naturally
enhance the performance experience through room acoustics design, building noise and
vibration control. His capabilities span pre-design / master planning strategies for functionality
and use through detailed design and commissioning. He coordinates design elements to
enable 21st Century functionality for artists, patrons and venue operators.
License / Certification
• LEED Accredited Professional
Education
• M. Science in Acoustics,
Pennsylvania State
University
• B. Engineering, Columbia
University
Selected Relevant Project Experience
The Cowles Center for Dance and the Performing Arts; Minneapolis, MN
Park Square Theater, St. Paul, MN
Historic Lincoln Theatre, Columbus, OH
Historic Woodward Opera House, Mt. Vernon, OH
Historic Midland Theatre, Newark, OH
Historic Palace Theatre, Columbus, OH
Historic Oriental Theater, Chicago, IL
Historic Ohio Theatre, Columbus, OH
Historic Southern Theatre, Columbus, OH
Historic Midland Theatre, Newark, OH
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E. Staff Resumes
David Robb
Audio Visual Designer
Acoustic Distinctions
One of the innovators of modern audio installation design, David has over 30 years of
experience specializing in the design of audio systems for real-time interaction for performing
arts, higher education lectures/instruction and corporate conferencing activities. Insights
gained through work at some most esteemed venues in the world fuel David’s pragmatic
approach to enhancing end-user experience in contexts beyond the performing arts. David’s
expertise centers on using technology to bridge human connections for education, commerce
and entertainment
Selected Relevant Project Experience
The Cowles Center for Dance and the Performing Arts; Minneapolis, MN
Historic Lincoln Theatre, Columbus, OH
Education
• Worcester Polytechnic
• University of Hartford
Historic Woodward Opera House, Mt. Vernon, OH
Apollo Theater, New York, NY
Radio City Music Hall, New York, NY
JFK Center, Theater, Opera & Concert Halls, Washington DC
Lincoln Center, Alice Tully Hall & Juilliard School, New York, NY
Dave Pothen
Cost Estimator
McGough Construction
Dave has 31-years of experience in the construction industry, all with McGough Construction.
His extensive background in project management will help facilitate the preconstruction
process through value engineering, constructability and schedule compliance. As the
company’s chief estimator, he has developed industry-leading practices for estimating costs
and tracking current market pricing conditions.
Selected Relevant Project Experience
The Cowles center for Dance and the Performing Arts: Minneapolis, MN
Ordway Center for Performing Arts & Concert Hall Expansion; St. Paul, MN
Guthrie Theater; Minneapolis, MN
Palace Theater; St. Paul, MN
Macalester College Janet Wallace Fine Arts Center Renovation; St. Paul, MN
Carleton College Weitz Center for Creativity; Northfield, MN
Shakopee Mdewakaton Sioux Community Cultural Center; Prior Lake, MN
St. John’s University Breuer’s Alcuin-Hill Museum & Manuscript Library; Collegeville, MN
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Education
• B. S. Business Management
with emphasis in
Construction Management,
Minnesota State University
Mankato
E. Staff Resumes
Charlene Roise
Historian (Value Added Service)
Hess Roise and Company
Charlene is the President of HRC, which she co-founded 34 years ago. Her distinctions include
a Special Award from AIA-Minnesota in 2013 for “her expertise in historic preservation work
on many of Minnesota’s important structures and a long record of collaborative work with
architects.” She is a National Trust Advisor and is on the board of The Cultural Landscape
Foundation.
Selected Relevant Project Experience
Certifications
• Meets the National Park
Service’s Professional
Qualification Standard (36
CFR Part 61) for Historian
and Architectural Historian,
as part of the Secretary of
the Interior’s Standards for
the Treatment of Historic
Properties
The Cowles Center for Dance and the Performing Arts; Minneapolis, MN
Mabel Tainter Memorial Theater Historic Structures Report; Menomonie, WI
Sam S. Shubert Theatre and Shubert Building Restoration & Rehabilitation into the Fitzgerald
Theater; St. Paul, MN
Glensheen Estate, University of Minnesota Historic Structures Report; Duluth, MN
Oliver Kelley Farmhouse Historic Structures Report, Minnesota Historical Society; Elk River, MN
Fort Snelling Upper Post West District Historical Context Study and Development Guidelines
Sand Island Cultural History Study; Apostle Island Nat’l Lakeshore
Carleton College Campus Inventory, Northfield, MN
Jeff Weiler
Organ Consultant
JL Weiler, Inc.
(Value Added Service)
Jeff is passionate about the conservation and restoration of pipe organs. He has authored
articles and reviews that have appeared in Theatre Organ, The Diapason, The American
Organist, Choir and Organ, and In League. Jeff commentaries on pipe organ related subjects
have appeared in The New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and over National Public Radio.
He has acted as project superintendent, installation supervisor, voicer, tonal finisher, and
curator for numerous new and historic pipe organ installations and restorations throughout
the United States.
Education
• M. Music, Northwestern
University
• B. Music, Coe College
Selected Relevant Project Experience
Restoration of the Æolian-Skinner organs at the Groton School, the Church of the Advent
(Boston), and Calvary Episcopal Church (Memphis, TN)
Restoration and tonal finishing of vintage pipework for Nelson Barden & Associates
Restoration of the Skinner organ Opus 528 at First United Methodist Church (Oak Park, IL)
Restoration of the Skinner organ Opus 208 at the Music Institute of Chicago
Restoration of Wurlitzer Opus 1097, originally installed in the Howard/Paramount Theatre,
Atlanta, Georgia, in 1925
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F. Proposed Fee
MDA Team members have prepared proposals for their respective portions of
the work, as outlined below.
Proposed Base Services Fee
Miller Dunwiddie Architecture
$71,000
Team Lead, Project Coordination, workshop facilitators, existing building
assessment, scope narrative, architectural concepts, renderings, review and
final presentation.
Schuler Shook
Theatrical Design and Lighting Consultants
$16,000
Webb Management Services
Market Assessment
$33,000
AM Engineering
Structural Assessment
$4,000
Michaud Cooley Erickson
Mechanical and Electrical Assessment
$10,000
Acoustic Distinctions
Acoustical and Audio-Visual Assessment
$8,000
McGough Construction
Cost Model
$5,000
Base Services Total
$147,000
This would be a Guaranteed Maximum Fee. We will bill monthly on a Time &
Materials Basis to the Maximum Fee, plus Reimbursable Expenses. (Travel,
lodging, mileage, vendor provided copies, delivery services, etc.)
Value-Added Services
Services beyond the RFP Base Scope available fro the MDA Team.
Hess Roise and Company
Historical Consulting
$10,000
J. L. Weiler
Pipe Organ Assessment
$4,000
Miller Dunwiddie Architecture – Building Envelope Group
Building Envelope analysis for 50+ year restoration scope
$7,000
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G. Additional Information
HISTORIC STRUCTURES REPORT
FOR
OLIVER H. KELLEY FARM HOUSE
The Hamm Brewery Reuse Study
& Vision Plan
HISTORIC STRUCTURES REPORT
Historic
Structures
Report
FOR THE
OLIVER FARIBAULT HOUSE
MINNESOTA HISTORICAL SOCIETY
ELK RIVER, MINNESOTA
for
Schmid Farmhouse Ruins
PREPARED FOR:
THREE RIVERS PARK DISTRICT
July 8, 2013
PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA
Prepared by
Miller Dunwiddie Architects
Thomas R. Zahn & Associates
August 31, 2012
November 22, 2013
In partnership with
the Hamm Brewery Ad Hoc Advisory Group
July 2004
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PRESERVATION
MASTER PLAN STUDY
EXISTING EXTERIOR CONDITIONS AND ASSESSMENT REPORT
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FOR
GOODSELL OBSERVATORY
BUILDING 41
WARD HALL
Master Plan
for
CSPS Hall Minnesota
CLEMENT J. ZABLOCKI
VA MEDICAL CENTER
Czech & Slovak Sokol
St. Paul, MN
MILWAUKEE, WI
PREPARED FOR CARLETON COLLEGE
Northfield, Minnesota
APRIL 2002
November 21, 2012
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PRESERVATION
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Historic
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SCOVILLE HALL
for the
Winona Masonic Temple
FORT SNELLING BUILDING 201
SOUTH WALL STRUCTURAL EVALUATION
FOR
THE NOERENBERG BARN
PREPARED FOR
PREPARED FOR CARLETON COLLEGE
THREE RIVERS PARK DISTRICT
Northfield, Minnesota
SEPTEMBER, 2012
March 2000
PREPARED FOR
BY
MINNEAPOLIS PARK & RECREATION BOARD
Minneapolis, Minnesota
December 19, 2014
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BUILDING 2
MAIN BUILDING
CLEMENT J. ZABLOCKI
VA MEDICAL CENTER
MILWAUKEE, WI
FACILITIES CONDITION AUDIT
FOR THE
TEMPLE ISRAEL PROPERTIES
TEMPLE ISRAEL SITE
MEMORIAL PARK SITE
CAMP TEKO SITE
EXTERIOR ASSESSMENT &
REPAIR RECOMMENDATIONS
EXISTING
CONDITIONS REPORT
FOR THE
ST. CORNELIA’S CHURCH /
BISHOP WHIPPLE MISSION
FOR
COLUMBIA MANOR
PREPARED FOR
MINNEAPOLIS PARK & RECREATION BOARD
FINAL REPORT
PREPARED FOR:
TEMPLE ISRAEL
MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA
PRESENTED TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS
November 17, 2010
Minneapolis, Minnesota
PREPARED FOR:
ST. CORNELIA’S CHURCH / BISHOP WHIPPLE MISSION
March 15, 2000
MORTON, MINNESOTA
April 29, 2011
November 16, 2012
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For over five decades, Miller Dunwiddie has led scores of preservation studies,
many of which made the difference between losing and saving historic buildings
important in their communities. Miller Dunwiddie has mastered preservation
documentation, assessments, and reuse strategies for historic resources ranging
from barns and houses to theaters and office buildings to campuses and entire
downtowns. Illustrated are some examples of MDA’s Historic Reuse Studies,
Historic Structures Reports, Condition Assessment Studies Historic Reuse Studies,
and Section 106 Reviews, that have had an impact on nationally significant sites.
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