Cobo Civic Center Escalator Envelope
One Washington Blvd.
Detroit, MI
Owner: Detroit Building Authority
Architect/Engineer: Smith Group
CM: White Construction
Project Description: Renovation of the existing escalator enclosure connecting the Wayne and Michigan exhibit halls to open up the upper floor area and enhance the lower level. Demolition work included existing fire-rated masonry walls, hollow metal doors and frames, ceilings and flooring. New construction includes masonry walls, aluminum framed glazed walls, aluminum doors, a large drywall soffit, terrazzo flooring, carpeting and miscellaneous mechanical / electrical work.