Mortenson's Chicago Office Awarded International Ice Centre
January 12, 2006
Chicago, IL - Mortenson's Chicago office is pleased to announce their selection as Design-Builder on the new $11.4 million International Ice Centre in Romeoville, Illinois. This project has been in design for the past six months, moving through zoning and permitting as the financing was being finalized.
The International Ice Centre is situated at the busy I55 interchange in the Southwest suburbs. With high visibility from the expressway the Centre is designed with three side by side standard NHL ice rinks with bleacher seating for 800 people. The total building area is 106,000 SF with parking for 370.
The Centre has 10 locker rooms located between each rink with separate shower areas. Above the locker rooms is a mezzanine viewing area that can accommodate up to 200 spectators. Also included in the facility are four interactive goalie training stations, a skate rental area, Zamboni & ice melting rooms, arcade/concession areas, general offices, a pro-shop and four party rooms.
Economou Partners, Inc. is Mortenson's design-build partner. Construction will commence in January with substantial completion in the fall of 2006.