Old City Hall: Preservation and Modern Workplace Design [HSW]
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Calls for the demolition and replacement of Elijah E. Myers' Gothic Revival masterpiece began in the early twentieth century when the style fell out of fashion. The building was repeatedly threatened until purchased by the state government. Over time, Old City Hall developed a reputation as being an outdated and undesirable workspace. Through a comprehensive renovation, new life was given to this Richmond civic icon, repositioning it as a contemporary workplace. With our deep understanding of existing buildings and innovative preservation approaches, we transformed this National Historic Landmark into a modern high-performance office building which seamlessly incorporates new energy-efficient systems into the historic fabric while repairing and rehabilitating the building envelope to improve performance, and restoring the atrium to its original grandeur. Today Old City Hall is a coveted office space, with multiple state agencies vying to be located there.
Katie Irwin, AIA, IIDA
Principal
Quinn Evans
Katie Irwin, AIA, IIDA, LEED AP, is a Principal at Quinn Evans in Washington, DC. She earned a Bachelor of Science in Architecture, a Bachelor of Arts in Art History, a Master of Architecture, and a Certificate in Historic Preservation, all from the University of Maryland. Katie plays a pivotal role at Quinn Evans, serving as the External Leader for the Heritage Practice Area. Her unique strength lies in her ability to approach projects with a multi-disciplinary perspective, thanks to her dual licensure as an architect and interior designer. Her projects focus on a research-based approach, renewing historic elements while enhancing functionality, often incorporating contemporary elements that seamlessly complement the existing historical fabric. Her dedication to the field extends beyond her professional role. She is currently part of the leadership group for the AIA Interior Architecture Knowledge Community and is Chair of the AIA Virginia Historic Resources Committee, affirming her ongoing commitment to advancing the fields of historic preservation, interior design, and architecture. Katie Irwin is a true leader and innovator in her field, applying her expertise to create a lasting impact on historic structures and the communities they serve.
Julie Gerber, CID, LEED AP ID+C
Senior Interior Designer
Quinn Evans
Julie Gerber, CID, LEED AP ID+C is a Senior Associate at Quinn Evans in Richmond, VA. She earned a Bachelor of Science in Interior Design from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University. Julie has over 15 years of experience designing thoughtful and inspiring interior environments for a wide variety of clients. Her experience ranges from large scale civic projects to small corporate interior renovations, as well as innovative libraries and education projects. Julie is responsible for guiding the design process from programming through furniture installation and leads design teams in developing state-of-the-art building interiors. She is skilled in leading diverse stakeholders to consensus on a single design and is focused on designs that meet the functional goals of a project while still remaining within budget constraints.
