2007 Capital Hotel Project - Pella

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Window Restoration by Pella of Arkansas 2007 The Capital Hotel

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The Capital Hotel project was a large scale restoration project that required a multitude of different solutions in order to preserve the historic look and feel of the hotel while providing modern window solutions that would be energy efficient and easy to maintain.

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Pella of Arkansas was committed to working with the Historic Restoration Committee, the general contractor and the owners of the hotel to bring this great piece of Little Rock history back to its original grandeur.

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Fixed Monumental Hung Fixed Monumental Hung with Transoms Archtop Monumental Hung Springline Monumental Hung Fixed Double Hung Sashes Due to the number of different window configurations used during the 1800’s construction of the Capital Hotel the following window styles were utilized:

Insulshield IG: 

Black Spandrel insulated glass Insulshield IG

To preserve the look and feel of the building’s original architecture the stained glass panels were cut to fit Pella: 

To preserve the look and feel of the building’s original architecture the stained glass panels were cut to fit Pella monumental hung units then attached to the interior frame using wood stops.

Original stained glass panels overlooking the balcony were seated behind new Pella transoms but were not sealed to them to allow for proper ventilation. : 

Original stained glass panels overlooking the balcony were seated behind new Pella transoms but were not sealed to them to allow for proper ventilation.

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Sill Flashing – 1,440 feet Frame Expander – 3,540 feet Custom curve cuts on head Jambs cut to fit Detailed measurements & custom cuts done on-site Curved Frame Expander - 110 pieces Custom Brickmould – 650 pieces Brickmould clips - 120 feet

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Deterioration was found in many of the openings and needed to be repaired by the General Contractor before the windows were installed

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Intensive deterioration of replacement window sashes installed in 1997

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Pella of Arkansas commissioned experts from Pella Corporation to provide accurate field measurements and provide detailed drawings.

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Due to time constraints, both the demolition and rebuilding the rough openings . . . was performed by the General Contractor

Demo: 

Demo

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Sections of the original brickmould were removed and sent to Pella Corporation to replicate the historic look from the 1800’s.

On-time delivery of all 353 window units and installation supplies to the job site was coordinated from our centrally located warehouse in North Little Rock.: 

On-time delivery of all 353 window units and installation supplies to the job site was coordinated from our centrally located warehouse in North Little Rock.

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Tight quarters and large window units required specialized plans for moving units efficiently into place prior to installation Units were first loaded on a lift, then raised to the appropriate floor, where they were wheeled to their designated room.

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Pella’s commercial installation crews set up mobile workshops that could be relocated anywhere on site allowing efficient use of time and manpower.

Relying on our mobility the Pella team was able to provide the General Contractor with work-flow flexibility and still fulfill a very tight installation schedule.: 

Relying on our mobility the Pella team was able to provide the General Contractor with work-flow flexibility and still fulfill a very tight installation schedule.

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After inspecting the rough openings, 3 inch Pella moisture-proof installation tape is applied across the sill and 6 inches up the jamb.

Articulating booms operated by our certified professionals and able to reach heights of 65 feet were needed to reach 90% of the openings: 

Articulating booms operated by our certified professionals and able to reach heights of 65 feet were needed to reach 90% of the openings

Scaffolding, ladders and walkboards were used in areas where the booms could not reach.: 

Scaffolding, ladders and walkboards were used in areas where the booms could not reach.

Once the roof was completed the use of scaffolding might have scarred the finish, a Pella technician rappels from the hotel roof to complete the exterior flashing.: 

Once the roof was completed the use of scaffolding might have scarred the finish, a Pella technician rappels from the hotel roof to complete the exterior flashing.

Pella installers get a bit of relief from the 100 degree heat while staying ahead of schedule: 

Pella installers get a bit of relief from the 100 degree heat while staying ahead of schedule

Pella crews work inside as well as outside the building to firmly secure and seal each unit according to design specifications.: 

Pella crews work inside as well as outside the building to firmly secure and seal each unit according to design specifications.

Scaffolding, trolley cars, mud and a very busy narrow street were just some of the challenges we encountered while working on the front of the hotel.: 

Scaffolding, trolley cars, mud and a very busy narrow street were just some of the challenges we encountered while working on the front of the hotel.

With the window installation complete, Pella accepted a project we had never attempted before. At the General Contractor’s request we agreed to attach the 135 awnings to the new Pella window units. Here the first awning is installed. : 

With the window installation complete, Pella accepted a project we had never attempted before. At the General Contractor’s request we agreed to attach the 135 awnings to the new Pella window units. Here the first awning is installed.

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353 Window Units 3 month installation timeline Insulshield IG Glazing LowE2 – Argon gas Tempered glass where required Spandrel glass on units behind walls Custom Paint Color was used on all window frames & exterior aluminum flashing Custom Color exterior sealant – 1390 cases 7500 feet of 3 inch Pella installation tape 25 cases of insulating foam

Window install is complete no awnings installed: 

Window install is complete no awnings installed Completed project including awnings

The Pella Window & Door Company its employees and staff are proud to be a partner in the 2007 restoration of The Capital Hotel.: 

The Pella Window & Door Company its employees and staff are proud to be a partner in the 2007 restoration of The Capital Hotel.