The owners at the FARNAM 1600 Building, originally the First National Bank Building designed by prominent Chicago firm Graham, Burnham and Company, are holding a design competition through the month of May for the redesign of the main entrance canopy/awning located on the East side lower level of the 14 story building.
Calling all Architects, Artists, Designers and those who value the significance of Omaha’s Historic Buildings…The FARNAM 1600 Building (the original First National Bank Tower) is accepting designs for a new front entry canopy/awning! This Neo-Classic building is located along the 16th Street Corridor on the Southwest corner of 16th and Farnam.
The building’s sophisticated composition and styling, accompanied by its height, make it one of Omaha’s landmark skyscrapers. Submit a design (schematic at minimum) for the front awning/canopy via presentation board (36”x36” maximum) to the FARNAM 1600 Condo Association by Monday, May 24th at 6pm for judging.
Include at a minimum: Floor Plans, Roof Plans, and Building Elevations. Alternate mediums, 3-D Models...etc, are acceptable for additional information. A cash prize of $250.00 is offered if selected design is implemented through design and construction phase.
CRITERIA: Aesthetics - Note your consideration of the building’s historic architectural character. Direct incorporation of historic features is not required. Concept - Awning (Cantilevered w/ Tie back to Facade) vs. Canopy (Columns installed) Cost - Construction Budget to be $7000.00 Flow - Versatility – Design concept to compliment the 16th Street Corridor and function with potential changes the City plans with the redevelopment of 16th Street.
CONTACT: Ryan Curtis rbcurtis@leoadaly.com Awning/canopy presentations are to be delivered to Terrie Busacker, building manager on the 2nd Floor, by 6pm on Monday, May 24th. Presentations will be on display to Condo Residents through May 31st. The potential winning design is to be selected during the week of June 2nd. Note: Potential for a formal presentation and interview with the Condo Association to occur pending final selections.
FARNAM 1600 CONDOMINIUMS Blend historic charm with modern amenities in an elegant 14-story building located in the heart of Omaha's downtown.The building offers some of the city's best residential views of downtown Omaha and the riverfront.Built in 1916 for First National Bank, The building is listed on the National Register. It has been completely remodeled to offer the best of the old and the new.
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