550 West Adams
Market:
OfficeProducts:
Garden Roof® AssemblyGarden Roof® Assembly: ExtensiveRoofingProject Type:
New ConstructionSize:
11,500 sq ft.Completion Date:
2005
Of Interest: This roof is 280 feet above street level. Hydroguard is used vertically at the parapet to provide protection, from physical abuse and extreme temperature changes, to the membrane flashing behind it.
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Architect:
DeStefano + Partnershttp://
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General Contractor:
Power Construction Cohttp://
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