Adaptive Re-use

Front exterior at dusk of former artillery shed converted into luxury residence by Suzanne Lovell Inc.
Living room of former artillery shed converted into luxury residence with 27-foot-high ceiling and arched windows
Former artillery shed converted into luxury residence hallway detail showing arched window surrounded by brick
Former artillery shed converted into luxury residence living room with conemporary steel stair, piano and Sally Chandler’s “Sunflower” diptych
Former artillery shed converted into luxury residence kitchen with large antique Irish butcher-block table and hanging pot rack
Former artillery shed converted into luxury residence dining room with two pieces by Picasso
Former artillery shed converted into luxury residence bedroom with Chinese Demilune table in front of open arched doorway and artwork by Joseph Piccillo
Former artillery shed converted into luxury residence exterior garden with seating
Front exterior at dusk of former artillery shed converted into luxury residence by Suzanne Lovell Inc.
Living room of former artillery shed converted into luxury residence with 27-foot-high ceiling and arched windows
Former artillery shed converted into luxury residence hallway detail showing arched window surrounded by brick
Former artillery shed converted into luxury residence living room with conemporary steel stair, piano and Sally Chandler’s “Sunflower” diptych
Former artillery shed converted into luxury residence kitchen with large antique Irish butcher-block table and hanging pot rack
Former artillery shed converted into luxury residence dining room with two pieces by Picasso
Former artillery shed converted into luxury residence bedroom with Chinese Demilune table in front of open arched doorway and artwork by Joseph Piccillo
Former artillery shed converted into luxury residence exterior garden with seating

About this Project

This adaptive re-use required the conversion of a former artillery shed in historic Fort Sheridan (Holabird & Roche, 1892) into a modern single-family residence. Outdoor rooms were created through the integration of sixteen arches into a cohesive design scheme. This project won the Illinois Landmark Preservation Award of Excellence and was featured in Architectural Digest.

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'Before' photos of former artillery shed that was converted into a luxury residence by Suzanne Lovell Inc.

Before

Exterior elevation and interior furniture plan architectural drawings of Former artillery shed converted into luxury residence by Suzanne Lovell Inc.

Sixteen 10’-0” Romanesque arches form the east and west sides of the structure, and each arch fully opens to the outside.

'Before' photos of former artillery shed that was converted into a luxury residence by Suzanne Lovell Inc.
Exterior elevation and interior furniture plan architectural drawings of Former artillery shed converted into luxury residence by Suzanne Lovell Inc.

“Thank you all so very much for making this beautiful home for us. The process has been incredible from day one to the wrapping up of final, tiny details. Every single member of Suzanne Lovell, Inc. has been beyond wonderful.”

—Client, Chicago

“Suzanne, your artistic vision, eye for detail and support of your client’s voice in the process is without equal. Your sense of humor is pretty great, too!”

—Client, Chicago

Details

David Klamen

David Klamen (American, b. 1961), Choirboy, 1985, Oil on canvas, 102″ X 79″

Antique Chandelier

An antique wrought iron chandelier, which is over 6 feet in diameter, hangs from the 26-foot-high ceiling.

Joseph Piccillo

Joseph Piccillo (American, b. 1941), Random Notes, 1995, Mixed media, 42 ½” X 80 ¾”

Fireplace Mantle

A custom steel fireplace mantle incorporates star-shaped iron tie rods from the original structure.

Tonsu

19th Century Mizuya Tonsu with original lacquer

Sally Chandler

Sally Chandler’s Sunflower diptych

In the News - Adaptive Re-Use

Architectural Digest – February 2002
“Trading Cannons for Cushions: Strategic designs for adapting a former artillery shed”

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