Constructed in 1929 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the Madison Municipal Building originally functioned as a United States Postal Service facility and federal courthouse. The multi-phased renovation and reorganization uncovers and preserves the building’s historic character, while adapting it to serve 21st-century government functions. The project brings together various local government agencies, previously scattered across two buildings, to improve customer service and inter-agency communication. Certified LEED-NC v. 3 Platinum, the building transformation supports the health and well-being of staff, visitors, and the entire community.
American Public Works Association (APWA) Project of the Year (both National and Wisconsin Chapters)
United States Green Building Council (USGBC) West North Central Region Leadership Award of Excellence in Innovative Design
Madison Trust for Historic Preservation Restoration Award
Daily Reporter Top Project
Client
City of Madison
Location
Madison, WI
Project Type
Workplace | Government Facility
Size
73,340 SF
Certifications
Certified LEED-NC v.3 Platinum
Role
Architect | Interior Designer
Status
Complete
Ecosystems
46% vegetated site
Energy
80% reduction in air filtration
Well-Being
High performance air filtration with MERV 13 filter
Resources
100% preservation of 1927 historic exterior masonry
“The landmark Madison Municipal Building has been transformed from a neglected, worn, cluttered, diamond in the rough to a civic treasure for both employees and the public.”
—Dean Mosiman | Wisconsin State Journal
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