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MDA Proposal For Chateau Theatre
MDA Proposal For Chateau Theatre
Contact:
John Mecum, Vice President
612-278-7780
jmecum@millerdunwiddie.com
29 April 2016
City of Rochester Music Department/Riverside Concerts
201 4th Street SE, Suite 170
Rochester, MN 55904
Attn: Steven Schmidt
RE:
B. Table of Contents
Table of Contents
A. Title Page
B. Table of Contents
C. Statement of Proposal
D. Firm Profiles
10
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 projects objectives. We believe in active
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C. Statement of Proposal
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C. Statement of Proposal
The MDA Team will also utilize our expertise related to existing
and historic buildings--especially theatres--to quickly develop
an understanding of the buildings 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
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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 Services
Professional Qualification Standard (36 CFR Part 61) for
Historic Architecture, as part of the Secretary of the Interiors
Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties. This meets
the requirement of the RFP.
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C. Statement of Proposal
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C. Statement of Proposal
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C. Statement of Proposal
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 communitys
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.
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C. Statement of Proposal
Deliverables:
Proposed Schedule
week
May
1
June
4
July
August
4
Sept.
4
Project Team
MDA Team
Step 2 - Investigation/Documentation
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
Concept Drawings
Budget/Phasing
Draft Report
Update to Task Force
Comment Period
MDA Team
MDA Team
MDA Team
MDA Team
Task Force
Information Gathering
Analysis
Draft Recommendations
Update to Task Force
Comment period
MDA Team
MDA Team
MDA Team
MDA Update to Task Force
Task Force
MDA Team
Community Engagement
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D. Firm Profiles
Team History & Expertise
The Cowles Center for Dance and the Performing Arts; Minneapolis, MN
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D. Firm Profiles
Team History & Expertise
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Services
Architecture
Interior Design
Historic Preservation
Building Envelope
Sustainable Design
D. Firm Profiles
Team History & Expertise
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 Services Professional
Qualification Standard (36 CFR Part 61) for Historic Architecture as part of the
Secretary of the Interiors 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.
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D. Firm Profiles
Team History & Expertise
Schuler Shook
Theater Planning
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 Shooks 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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D. Firm Profiles
Team History & Expertise
A. M. Structural Engineering
Structural Assessment
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.
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 Ericksons 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
Project Role
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Ordway
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Ordway Center for Performing Arts & Concert Hall Expansion - St. Paul, MN
Concert hall High-end finishes Specialized acoustics Specialized mechanical
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Historic Assessment
and the history of technology, Hess Roise has completed multiple projects for
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woman-owned business and is certified by a number of government agencies.
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
respected pipe organ restoration specialist with clients around the world. With
a staff
of 15 artisans, our workshop offers organ restoration, technical, voicing
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specialty pipe organ restoration firm in the US with projects spanning the globe.
St. Johns University Breuers Alcuin-Hill Museum & Manuscript Library Collegeville, MN
Renovation Museum Specialized lighting Specialized mechanical and
electrical controls
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Guthrie Theater
D. Firm Profiles
Project Experience
Miller Dunwiddie Architecture, Schuler Shook, Acoustic Distinctions, McGough, Hess Roise
Contact/Reference
Artspace
Will Law, Vice President
612-333-9012 ext. 114
will@artspaceusa.org
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 Dunwiddies design preserved the basic relationship between the Cowles
Centers 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 Centers
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
Contact / Reference
Austin Area Commission for the Arts
Historic Paramount Theatre
Jennie Knoebel, Executive Director
507-434-0934
jennie@paramounttheatre.com
Completed
2012
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D. Firm Profiles
Project Experience
Concept Design
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D. Firm Profiles
Project Experience
Miller Dunwiddie Architecture, Schuler Shook, Hess Roise, A.M. Structural Engineering
Contact / Reference
Amy Rydberg Reise
(former Executive Director)
715-308-2832
amyreise@gmail.com
Completed
2007
Awards
2010 AIA Minneapolis Merit
2008 Wisconsin Historical Society,
Restoration of the Year
2014 One of the 15 of the Worlds 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 Dunwiddies 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 visitors 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
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 buildings 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
lawkooi@prairie.lakes.com
Completed
2007
D. Firm Profiles
Project Experience
Contact / Reference
Aaron Rubenstein
612-226-5517
arubenstein@historicsaintpaul.org
Completed
April 2016 (study)
The Victoria Theater is currently a vacant building in Saint Pauls 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
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D. Firm Profiles
Project Experience
Glensheen Estate,
Duluth, MN
University of Minnesota
Built between 1905 and 1908, the Glensheen Historic Estate contains a 39-room
Manor House, a Stable/Carriage House, a Gardeners 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 Gardeners Cottage.
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D. Firm Profiles
Project Experience
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D. Firm Profiles
Project Experience
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
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.
18x25) 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
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
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 its opening in 1930, the Plaza Theatre was known as the Showplace of
the Southwest for its 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
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 Loews Kings Theater on Brooklyns 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
Menomonie, WI
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D. Firm Profiles
Project Experience
Peabody Opera House
St. Louis, MO
Schuler Shook
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D. Firm Profiles
Project Experience
Guthrie Theater
Minneapolis, MN
Janet Wallace
Fine Arts Center,
Macalester College
St. Paul, MN
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D. Firm Profiles
Project Experience
Lincoln Theatre
Columbus, OH
Acoustic Distinctions
Ohio Theatre
Columbus, OH
Acoustic Distinctions
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D. Firm Profiles
Project Experience
Seminole Theatre
Homestead, FL
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D. Firm Profiles
Project Experience
St. John Cantius Church
- Casavant Opus 1130
Chicago, IL
JL Weiler
State Theatre
- Wurlitzer Opus 2005
Sydney, Australia
JL Weiler
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E. Staff Resumes
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
McGough Construction
Cost Model
Dave Pothen
Jeff Weiler
Charlene Roise
JL Weiler
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E. Staff Resumes
John Mecum,
Principal in Charge
AIA, NCARB
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.
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,
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
Minnesotas 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 Services
Professional Qualification
Standard (36 CFR Part 61) for
Historic Architecture as part of
the Secretary of the Interiors
Standards for the Treatment of
Historic Properties.
Education
B. Architecture & Environmental
Design, University of Minnesota
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
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.
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
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. Michaels 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
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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
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. Windys 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
Rick is a Project Manager within MDAs 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
Services Professional
Qualification Standard (36
CFR Part 61) for Historic
Architecture
Education
B. A. Architecture, University
of Minnesota
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E. Staff Resumes
Wing Kong, PE
Wing is a Project Manager within MDAs 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
Duncan Webb,
CMC
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.
Webbs 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
Universitys 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
Proctors 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
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
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E. Staff Resumes
Todd Dalys experience includes the design of electrical distribution systems, general power
layouts, lighting, communication systems and fire alarm systems. Todds portfolio includes
many types of projects including: Medical, Laboratory and Commercial facilities. Todds
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,
License / Certification
MN Professional Engineer
#19588
LEED Accredited Professional
Education
B. Electrical / Electronics
Engineering, North Dakota
State University
PE, LEED AP
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
MN Professional Engineer
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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
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
Davids 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
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E. Staff Resumes
David Robb
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 Davids pragmatic
approach to enhancing end-user experience in contexts beyond the performing arts. Davids
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
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
companys chief estimator, he has developed industry-leading practices for estimating costs
and tracking current market pricing conditions.
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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 Minnesotas 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
Services Professional
Qualification Standard (36
CFR Part 61) for Historian
and Architectural Historian,
as part of the Secretary of
the Interiors 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 Natl Lakeshore
Carleton College Campus Inventory, Northfield, MN
Jeff Weiler
Organ Consultant
JL Weiler, Inc.
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
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F. Proposed Fee
MDA Team members have prepared proposals for their respective portions of
the work, as outlined below.
$16,000
$33,000
AM Engineering
Structural Assessment
$4,000
$10,000
Acoustic Distinctions
Acoustical and Audio-Visual Assessment
$8,000
McGough Construction
Cost Model
$5,000
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
$7,000
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G. Additional Information
Historic
Structures
Report
FOR THE
for
PREPARED FOR:
THREE RIVERS PARK DISTRICT
July 8, 2013
PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA
Prepared by
Miller Dunwiddie Architects
Thomas R. Zahn & Associates
In partnership with
the Hamm Brewery Ad Hoc Advisory Group
July 2004
A
PRESERVATION
MASTER PLAN STUDY
OF
FOR
GOODSELL OBSERVATORY
BUILDING 41
WARD HALL
Master Plan
for
CLEMENT J. ZABLOCKI
VA MEDICAL CENTER
MILWAUKEE, WI
APRIL 2002
November 21, 2012
M
I L L E R
U N W I D D I E
H I T E C
T S
N C
PRESERVATION
MASTER PLAN STUDY
FOR
Historic
Structures
Report
OF
SCOVILLE HALL
for the
PREPARED FOR
Northfield, Minnesota
SEPTEMBER, 2012
March 2000
PREPARED FOR
BY
Minneapolis, Minnesota
08 March 2002
I L L E R
U N W I D D I E
H I T E C
T S
City of Winona
207 Lafayette
Winona, Minnesota
N C
BUILDING 2
MAIN BUILDING
CLEMENT J. ZABLOCKI
VA MEDICAL CENTER
MILWAUKEE, WI
EXISTING
CONDITIONS REPORT
FOR THE
FOR
COLUMBIA MANOR
PREPARED FOR
MINNEAPOLIS PARK & RECREATION BOARD
FINAL REPORT
PREPARED FOR:
TEMPLE ISRAEL
MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA
Minneapolis, Minnesota
PREPARED FOR:
ST. CORNELIAS CHURCH / BISHOP WHIPPLE MISSION
MORTON, MINNESOTA
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C T
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