Banging Gavel Brews
Tinley Park, IL
AltusWorks led the transformation of Tinley Park’s only National Register-listed property, the Karl Vogt Building, into Banging Gavel Brews, a production brewery, taproom, and restaurant. Built circa 1865, the nearly 8,000-square-foot Italianate-style structure had served many functions over its long history – from hunting lodge to soda bottling plant to offices – but stood vacant for years before its renewal.
Working closely with the owner, AltusWorks adapted the historic building for contemporary commercial and residential use while preserving its defining architectural character. The project utilized the Federal Historic Tax Credit (FHTC) program, which required full compliance with the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for Rehabilitation. AltusWorks coordinated with the Illinois State Historic Preservation Office and guided the consultant team to ensure the project met all preservation requirements.
Opened to the public in 2023, the revitalized building now anchors a walkable stretch of Tinley Park’s historic downtown, bringing new vibrance to the area as a welcoming community gathering place.
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