Lakewood Cemetery (Minneapolis) New Eco-Friendly Visitor Center Glass & Glazing Project

Lakewood Cemetery (Minneapolis) New Eco-Friendly Visitor Center Glass & Glazing Project w l hall company 2

Our Lakewood Cemetery (Minneapolis) New Eco-Friendly Visitor Center Glass & Glazing Project replaced a 1920s-era administration building.

 

"We want to change the narrative around how people view death. We want a place like Lakewood to be able to do that and be a place of remembrance."

 

Chris Makowske - Cemetery President

 

Lakewood Cemetery StarTribune 5/2/24

Lakewood Cemetery (Minneapolis) New Eco-Friendly Visitor Center Glass & Glazing Project w l hall company 3

Established in 1871, Lakewood Cemetery is a cherished institution in the heart of Minneapolis. Over the years, renowned architects and landscape designers have enhanced the beauty of its amazing site with several award-winning buildings.


We collaborated with Snow Kreilich Architects (Minneapolis) and JE Dunn Construction (Minneapolis) on the Lakewood Cemetery Visitor Center (Minneapolis) project.


The Zero Net Carbon building produces on-site carbon-free renewable energy to meet building operations' energy consumption.

Lakewood Cemetery (Minneapolis) New Eco-Friendly Visitor Center Glass & Glazing Project w l hall company 4

The scope of work completed by W. L. Hall Company included:

 

·    Installing a 4-sided structurally glazed window system utilizing OBE cassette and 3M-VHB tape system

·    Utilizing high-performance, insulated glass

·    Supplying and installing OBE thermally broken exterior doors along with hardware fittings

·    Installing EFCO interior storefront frames with glass side lites in two finishes, complemented by wood doors provided by other vendors

·    Providing CRL/OBE glass handrail and guardrail systems for both interior and exterior spaces

·    Installing frameless mirrors in restrooms, enhancing interior aesthetics.

·    Incorporating a CRL anti-reflective glass display case, providing a sleek showcase solution

·    Customizing and installing a top-hung sliding all-glass door leading into the café, utilizing Hawa hardware

·    Integrating skylights to enhance natural lighting within the space

·    Fabricating and installing custom metal closures and trims for both exterior and interior applications

Lakewood Cemetery (Minneapolis) New Eco-Friendly Visitor Center Glass & Glazing Project w l hall company 5

Contact us to turn your unique glass and glazing project into a reality


W. L. Hall Company

The Premier Exterior and Interior Building Systems The Premier Exterior and Interior Building Systems Provider in the Upper Midwest

75 Years' Experience | 15,000+ Projects

(952) 937-8400

wlhall.com

sales@wlhall.com

Lakewood Cemetery (Minneapolis) New Eco-Friendly Visitor Center Glass & Glazing Project w l hall company 6
w l hall company
By Ira Hackner August 27, 2026
Ready for the Fair: Renewing a Minnesota Landmark
By Ira Hackner August 20, 2026
Privacy When Needed, Flexibility on Demand for EntreBank
By Ira Hackner August 13, 2026
From Barrio to Bright & Bold — Americana Is Taking Shape at 50th & France
By Ira Hackner August 5, 2026
Designing for the Future: U of MN Weisman Art Museum Window Replacement
By Ira Hackner July 16, 2026
Lifestyle Changes Drive Design Changes
By Ira Hackner July 10, 2026
When Life Safety and Design Work Together
By Ira Hackner June 18, 2026
Design-Assist That Solves Challenges for Edenvale Baptist Church
By Ira Hackner May 21, 2026
Enhancing Performance & Appearance at the Wayzata Public Schools Central Services Facility
By Ira Hackner May 14, 2026
From Design Intent to Drill-Sergeant Precision | MN Veterans & Military Museum
By Ira Hackner May 7, 2026
Skyfold Performance & Flexibility Without the “Can Everyone Help Move This?”