Abraham Lincoln Elementary School
Crystal Structures Builds Rooftop Classroom Greenhouse for Abraham Lincoln Elementary School in Chicago Abraham Lincoln Elementary, a school with nearly 900 students located in Chicago’s Lincoln Park community, had an unused area on its second-story rooftop. Seeing an opportunity to transform this space into a unique learning environment, the school leaders reached out to Crystal…
Culinary Institute of America
The Culinary Institute of America, located in Hyde Park, NY, has been a leader in culinary education since its founding in 1946. Over the years, the institute has expanded its campus, adding numerous buildings and facilities to accommodate its growing student body and evolving educational needs. In 2014, the Culinary Institute of America underwent a…
John S Toll Science Center at Washington College
Washington College, a private institution in Chestertown, Maryland, is not only the first college chartered after American independence in 1782 but also the only school that George Washington helped to fund. The college’s unique location between the Chesapeake Bay and the Atlantic beaches provides students pursuing environmental study degrees with ample outdoor opportunities. However, for…
New Orleans Museum of Art
The New Orleans Museum of Art, an architectural masterpiece designed by Paul Philippe Cret, recently underwent a major expansion completed in 2020. The new addition, designed by Eskew+Dumez+Ripple, seamlessly blends with the original neoclassical architecture and features a custom-designed skylight that adds to the ambiance of the space. The skylight, manufactured by Crystal Structures and…
Reno County Corrections Facility
Translucent Polycarbonate Panels Provide Safe Daylighting for Reno County Jail In the new Reno County Jail facility completed in August 2015, translucent polycarbonate panels manufactured and installed by Crystal Structures allow ample natural light to enter the building while providing the security and durability required in a correctional setting. The $28.9 million jail replaced an…
Palmer Stables at Tanker Bay
The historic Palmer Stables, located near the north shore of Massachusetts and now part of the Bradley Palmer State Park, features a magnificent copper-trimmed skylight in its carriage house, built between 1909 and 1924. Over time, the carriage house and its skylight began to deteriorate and fall into disrepair. The once magnificent copper-trimmed skylight became…
Toyota North America Headquarters
Toyota North America Headquarters: A Showcase of Sustainable Design and Crystal Structures’ Skylights When Toyota decided to consolidate its operations into a single campus in Plano, Texas, the company set its sights on creating a facility that would not only foster collaboration among employees but also demonstrate the company’s commitment to sustainability. The result is…
Dow Gardens Butterfly Conservatory
The Dow Gardens Butterfly Conservatory: A Showcase of Crystal Structures’ Expertise in Skylight and Glass Work The Dow Gardens Butterfly Conservatory in Midland, Michigan, is a remarkable example of the potential of glass manufacturing and construction. This stunning structure, which first opened its doors in 2004, underwent a significant update in 2021, with Crystal Structures…
Essex County Public Works
Essex County, New Jersey, established in 1683, is one of the oldest counties in the state. Over the years, it has grown significantly in size and population, becoming an important center of commerce and culture in the region. The Essex County Public Works Department was established in 1916 to oversee the construction and maintenance of…
State University of New York
Wooster Hall Renovation: Harnessing the Power of Natural Light The 2012 renovation of SUNY New Paltz’s iconic Wooster Hall, led by Croxton Collaborative Architects (CCA), transformed the outdated mid-century Brutalist structure by strategically incorporating natural light. The centerpiece of this light-inspired architecture is the dramatic skylight by Crystal Structures in the main entryway, which demonstrates…
Wyoming Portfolio
A list of projects completed in Wyoming. Items in blue are linked to related portfolio images and project partners.