Built in 1899 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places, Lewis Hall is the second oldest building on the University of Washington's Seattle campus. SHKS observed and evaluated the exterior conditions of the building and prepared documents for improvements to the roof, windows, and masonry.
In addition to construction and design documents, historic research explaining investigative methodology, results, and treatment recommendations according to the Secretary of the Interior's Standards was presented in a clear format. The iconic roof turrets, removed in the 1950s, were rebuilt based on photographic documentation to restore the original character of the building.
Masonry was cleaned, stabilized, repaired, and re-pointed with a compatible lime mortar. A roof diaphragm was installed: the first phase of a long-term seismic improvement plan.
