BCA Education Four Year College / University
	Altgeld Hall Northern Illinois University Dekalb, IL Project Size: 130,000 square feet Project Budget: ~$20 million Completion 2004 Contact: Ms. Patricia Perkins   815.753.2900   Burnidge Cassell Associates is renovating the Altgeld Hall structure which dates back to 1895 as part of Northern Illinois University’s Centennial. The exterior of the building is restored with new windows, doors and detailing to stay in context with the original architecture of the facade. Portions of the interior such as corridors and the auditorium will be restored to original character. The interior of the building is being renovated for use by administrative staff including the university president. The building will house a visitors’ center, a new technology center and an art gallery for traveling exhibits as well as the University’s collection of art. Northern Illinois University’s most prominent architectural feature is undergoing a complete renovation. Where appropriate, key historical areas are being restored to their original grandeur. “The Castle” is a 130,000 sq. ft. limestone edifice which will house many of the University’s administrative offices including the President, several Vice Presidents, and the Board of Trustees. It will also offer a large Art Gallery and an Auditorium with reception rooms. This will be accomplished through the following measures: the restoration of the historically significant building exterior; redeveloping the building entrance and lobby to provide a high impact, high profile exterior and interior entrance consistent with the image of the building; provide improvements to the building pedestrian circulation systems to eliminate the present confusing circulation patterns, improve life safety, provide for accessibility and improve the building image; and replace building service systems which provide for heating, ventilation, and air conditioning, electrical power and lighting, plumbing fire protection, security and communication.