Have you ever looked at the former water treatment plant and wondered if it could be adapted as a beach amenity? Or, considered how the beach could be enhanced to better fit the needs of beachgoers? In response to the community's interest in improving the beach experience, the Village announced the start of the Beach Improvement Project at the end of 2022. The project built upon analysis and resident survey data that was gathered before the pandemic paused our work.
To help navigate this effort, an ad-hoc Lakefront Planning Group was formed comprised of residents and representatives from the Village Board of Trustees, Plan Commission, Sailing Club and Kenilworth Park District. Over the past year, the Lakefront Planning Group has worked to evaluate and develop recommendations for the future of the beach, as well as the use of the former water treatment plant, as a framework for design efforts.
In concert with the Lakefront Planning Group's work, the Village Board engaged Woodhouse Tinucci Architects for architectural and design services for the lakefront and former water treatment plant. Chicago-based Woodhouse Tinucci has extensive experience working along the lakefront with municipalities and park districts to enhance it for public use. The firm's design prowess was demonstrated during a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) process where they stood out with a design approach that blended with surrounds, an understanding of the appropriate project scale, and strong bench of professionals from various disciplines.
