History, Significance, and Feasibility for Adaptive Use of the William Reddick Mansion at Ottawa, Illinois: Prepared for the National Trust for Historic Preservation and the Ottawa Silica Company Foun

Paul E. Sprague

ISBN 10: 0332287815 / ISBN 13: 9780332287812

Published by Forgotten Books, 2018

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• Title: History, Significance, and Feasibility for Adaptive Use of the William Reddick Mansion at Ottawa, Illinois: Prepared for the National Trust for Historic Preservation and the Ottawa Silica Company Foun
• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication Date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0332287815
• ISBN 13: 9780332287812
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition: 1706880324.
• Condition: Very Good
• Dust Jacket Condition: 45423073
• Signed: 2/2/2024 1:25:24 PM
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Synopsis

Historic plan for adaptive reuse of the William Reddick Mansion

A detailed restoration and re-use proposal outlines how the mansion can preserve its history while serving the community today.

This edition presents a practical path: restoring key rooms for public use, creating offices for a non‑profit organization, and leasing space to public‑macing tenants. It also covers necessary interior work, exterior stabilization, site improvements, and a realistic budget to guide long‑term restoration.

• Public spaces restored as a period‑accurate setting, with specific rooms assigned for meetings, office use, and public events.
• Second‑and third‑floor layouts proposed for lower‑traffic tenants and storage, with careful consideration of egress and safety.
• Interiors modernized only as needed, preserving original finishes where possible and replacing missing elements with authentic reproductions.
• A financing plan and long‑range restoration strategy, including fundraising, grants, and matching funds.

Ideal for readers of historic preservation and architectural restoration who want a clear, implementable plan for turning a landmark into a usable, enduring asset.