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At the \u003Cstrong>Edith Spurlock Sampson Apartments in Chicago’s Lincoln Park\u003C\u002Fstrong>, a complete \u003Cstrong>multifamily retrofit project\u003C\u002Fstrong> paired with\u003Cstrong> \u003C\u002Fstrong>INTUS \u003Cstrong>SUPERA\u003C\u002Fstrong> energy-efficient windows and doors shows how the right upgrades can achieve long-term value, comfort, and sustainability.\u003C\u002Fp>","left",[],{"image":20},{"id":80,"type":81,"content":82,"blocks":83,"data":84},3788,"AppBlogimage",[],[],{"image":85},{"src":86,"width":87,"height":88,"alt":89,"caption":15,"video":15},"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.intuswindows.com\u002Fimg\u002Ff8cec204-cd80-4d39-8751-4cb8ae4f613f\u002Fedith-spurlock-sampson-apartments2.jpeg?fm=webp&q=90&fit=max&crop=3024%2C1701%2C0%2C1165&w=1248",3024,1701,"Edith Spurlock Sampson Apartments2",{"id":91,"type":73,"content":92,"blocks":95,"data":96},3789,{"html":93,"title":94,"image_position":76},"\u003Cp>Originally constructed in 1965 as senior housing, the Edith Spurlock Sampson Apartments underwent a transformative redevelopment to serve the community better. A high-impact \u003Cstrong>$150 million redevelopment\u003C\u002Fstrong> project, nearly finalized by late 2024, included:\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cul>\u003Cli>\u003Cp>Renovation of \u003Cstrong>394 senior housing units\u003C\u002Fstrong>, plus \u003Cstrong>11 new senior units\u003C\u002Fstrong> - bringing total units to \u003Cstrong>405\u003C\u002Fstrong>.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>\u003Cp>Construction of a new \u003Cstrong>six-story family building\u003C\u002Fstrong> (the “Sheffield of Lincoln Park”) with \u003Cstrong>80 units\u003C\u002Fstrong> (comprising 50 CHA affordable units, 10 additional affordable units, and 20 market-rate apartments).\u003C\u002Fp>\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>\u003Cp>Feature-rich \u003Cstrong>community hub\u003C\u002Fstrong> with activity & dining areas, fitness centers, lounges, and Golden Diners programming, all connected by \u003Cstrong>interior pedestrian bridges\u003C\u002Fstrong>.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003C\u002Fli>\u003C\u002Ful>\u003Cp>The result is a \u003Cstrong>vibrant multigenerational community\u003C\u002Fstrong> that preserves affordability while upgrading quality of life.\u003C\u002Fp>","Project Overview & Context",[],{"image":20},{"id":98,"type":73,"content":99,"blocks":102,"data":103},3790,{"html":100,"title":101,"image_position":76},"\u003Cp>Like many mid-century residential properties, the Sampson Apartments faced outdated systems, poor insulation, and rising operational costs. The retrofit needed to:\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cul>\u003Cli>\u003Cp>Improve \u003Cstrong>energy efficiency\u003C\u002Fstrong> in multifamily housing\u003C\u002Fp>\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>\u003Cp>Reduce \u003Cstrong>long-term utility expenses\u003C\u002Fstrong> and improve \u003Cstrong>retrofit ROI\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>\u003Cp>Enhance \u003Cstrong>indoor comfort\u003C\u002Fstrong> for seniors and families\u003C\u002Fp>\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>\u003Cp>Support the city’s and owners’ \u003Cstrong>sustainability goals\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\u003C\u002Fli>\u003C\u002Ful>","The Challenge: Outdated Systems and Rising Costs",[],{"image":20},{"id":105,"type":73,"content":106,"blocks":109,"data":110},3791,{"html":107,"title":108,"image_position":76},"\u003Cp>To address these priorities, the development team specified a mix of \u003Cstrong>SUPERA AW \u003C\u002Fstrong>outswing\u003Cstrong> \u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003Ca target=\"\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" class=\"\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.intuswindows.com\u002Fproducts\u002Fpolymer\u002Fhinged-doors\u002Fsupera-aw-2\">\u003Cstrong>doors\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fa>, fixed and casement \u003Ca target=\"\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" class=\"\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.intuswindows.com\u002Fproducts\u002Fpolymer\u002Fwindows\u002Fsupera-aw\">\u003Cstrong>windows\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fa>. Engineered for both retrofit and new construction, SUPERA delivers high thermal performance, durability, and design flexibility.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Key benefits provided by SUPERA included:\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cul>\u003Cli>\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Lower energy bills\u003C\u002Fstrong> through superior insulation and reduced heating\u002Fcooling demand\u003C\u002Fp>\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Greater resident comfort\u003C\u002Fstrong>, with more stable interior temperatures and reduced draftiness\u003C\u002Fp>\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Verified sustainability performance\u003C\u002Fstrong> that supports long-term resilience and carbon reduction goals\u003C\u002Fp>\u003C\u002Fli>\u003C\u002Ful>","The INTUS Solution: SUPERA Polymer Window Systems",[],{"image":20},{"id":112,"type":81,"content":113,"blocks":114,"data":115},3792,[],[],{"image":116},{"src":117,"width":118,"height":119,"alt":120,"caption":15,"video":15},"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.intuswindows.com\u002Fimg\u002Fe3726f0d-5e54-4baa-9b59-371c64420a3d\u002Fsupera-aw-double-pane-awing-window-89-rev01-opt02-edit.png?fm=webp&q=90&fit=max&crop=2999%2C1687%2C0%2C281&w=1248",2999,1687,"Supera Aw Double Pane Awing Window 89 Rev01 Opt02 Edit",{"id":122,"type":73,"content":123,"blocks":126,"data":127},3793,{"html":124,"title":125,"image_position":76},"\u003Cp>The redevelopment team selected SUPERA AW outswing doors, fixed, and casement windows to deliver:\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cul>\u003Cli>\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Outstanding thermal performance\u003C\u002Fstrong> — U-value: 0.25; SHGC: 0.25\u003C\u002Fp>\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Excellent daylighting\u003C\u002Fstrong> — Visual transmittance: 0.61\u003C\u002Fp>\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Superior envelope integrity\u003C\u002Fstrong> — Air infiltration: 0.06 cfm\u002Fft²; Water penetration resistance: 12.11 psf; Design pressure: ±70.18 psf\u003C\u002Fp>\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Effective sound control\u003C\u002Fstrong> — STC 37 \u002F OITC 30 ratings\u003C\u002Fp>\u003C\u002Fli>\u003C\u002Ful>","Technical Integration",[],{"image":20},{"id":129,"type":73,"content":130,"blocks":133,"data":134},3795,{"html":131,"title":132,"image_position":76},"\u003Cul>\u003Cli>\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Energy & Cost Savings\u003C\u002Fstrong>: The low U-value and SHGC help cut heating and cooling demands, translating directly into better \u003Cstrong>retrofit ROI\u003C\u002Fstrong>.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Enhanced Resident Comfort\u003C\u002Fstrong>: Tight air seals and high acoustic ratings create more stable, quieter living environments for both seniors and families.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Durability & Resilience\u003C\u002Fstrong>: The high design pressure and water resistance ratings ensure long-term reliability and minimized maintenance.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Design Flexibility\u003C\u002Fstrong>: A mix of window and door types provided architectural cohesion while delivering high performance.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003C\u002Fli>\u003C\u002Ful>","Results That Matter",[],{"image":20},{"id":136,"type":73,"content":137,"blocks":140,"data":141},3796,{"html":138,"title":139,"image_position":76},"\u003Cp>This retrofit demonstrates a clear business case: by pairing LIS's \u003Cstrong>Long-term efficiency\u003C\u002Fstrong>, \u003Cstrong>Improved comfort\u003C\u002Fstrong>, and \u003Cstrong>Sustainability\u003C\u002Fstrong> with architectural enhancements, the project boosted asset value and created a healthier, more desirable living environment.\u003C\u002Fp>","The ROI Argument",[],{"image":20},{"id":143,"type":73,"content":144,"blocks":147,"data":148},3794,{"html":145,"title":146,"image_position":76},"\u003Cp>\u003Ca target=\"\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" class=\"\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.intuswindows.com\u002Fcontact-us\">Contact INTUS Windows\u003C\u002Fa> to connect with our estimating and technical support teams or book a free \u003Ca target=\"\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" class=\"\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.intuswindows.com\u002Flunch-and-learn\">Lunch & Learn\u003C\u002Fa> to see how smarter fenestration can transform your next project.\u003C\u002Fp>","Planning a multifamily retrofit project?",[],{"image":20},{"id":150,"type":151,"content":20,"data":20},"d5ec2719-7d5f-4bb5-ba85-eafb99d3696a","AppNewsletter"]