Case Studies

922 Walnut Street — granite and terra-cotta façade stabilization

Kansas City, Missouri, USA · 2015

Historic commercial façade in Kansas City
Problem

A historic commercial façade was experiencing lateral movement in its ornamental stone and terra-cotta elements.

CINTEC solution

Custom anchors were designed for the facade stone and terra-cotta assembly, producing a low-impact stabilization strategy.

Technical notes

This project is a useful example of façade stabilization where visible architectural ornament needs to be preserved while the underlying masonry is reinforced.

Result

The façade was stabilized without compromising the historic appearance of the building entrance and façade composition.

CINTEC provides technical consulting, product guidance and project support within its authorized scope. Final design responsibility and structural analysis remain with the project's Engineer of Record.