A Case Study in Panelization of a Complex-Shaped Hybrid Structural Framed Precast Building

As new structures rise above city streets, the architecture is often in conflict with the historical style of surrounding buildings.  This is not the case with the 10-Ionia project, located on a site with a deep history. For 10-Ionia, the new architecture was chosen to complement the surrounding structures and conform to a unique triangular site bound by three streets with very active traffic. Originally the Rindge Building site from the late 1800s, it was later used as a parking structure containing street-level commercial areas such as a candy store and cigar shop. This building was a structural steel building with a brick exterior and a unique geometric shape.  The building was demolished on May 4, 1978.  In early 2016, planning began on a new destination hotel designed as an icon for the City of Grand Rapids, MI, incorporating the architectural style from years past using today’s technology and materials.