Eagle Parking Garage renovation in Lincoln, Nebraska featuring fiber cement facade panels, illuminated orange structural columns, and large PARK signage Scroll Down arrow icon

City of Lincoln

Eagle Parking Garage Renovation

The Eagle Parking Garage on the northwest corner of 14th and M Streets in Lincoln, Nebraska, had been a local landmark for decades. However, years of neglect and declining local tenants saw the structure fall into decay and disrepair. Constructed originally as a private parking facility, it was purchased by the City of Lincoln in 2018 to address the need for additional public parking in the downtown core.

The project demonstrates Sinclair Hille’s experience in parking garage renovation and design within complex urban environments.

Street-level view of Eagle Parking Garage with parking entrance, storefront glazing, fiber cement panels, and orange columns in Lincoln, Nebraska

Through a competitive public process, Sinclair Hille’s team led by Kimley Horn parking consultants was selected for the extensive $5.2 million repair and renovation work required.  Sinclair Hille Architects was tasked with implementing code and technology-related upgrades on all 5 parking levels including the elevator equipment & exit stair elements.  In addition, they were asked to update the tenant spaces at street level and replace the aging façade with something new and more transparent. These improvements enhance safety, accessibility, and functionality for a high-traffic public parking facility in downtown Lincoln.

Corner view of Eagle Parking Garage with parking signage, streetscape landscaping, and updated facade in downtown Lincoln, Nebraska
Eagle Parking Garage exterior showing fiber cement panels and urban context within downtown Lincoln, Nebraska streetscape

Following completion of the renovation, the garage has now been carefully mended and given many years of additional service.  The exterior has been repaired and given an entirely new visual identity.  Fiber cement panels were chosen for their light weight, durability, and good resistance to staining from fumes, chemicals, and the elements.  Multiple shades of neutral grey have been subtly blended along with an intriguing pattern of slot perforations to create texture and transparency in the daylight.  Lighting was added to illuminate brightly colored structural elements to achieve the city’s desire for a bit of nighttime excitement along 14th street, which is an edge boundary of Lincoln’s busy music and entertainment district. The updated façade and lighting strategy contribute to the revitalization of Lincoln’s downtown corridor while improving the user experience for visitors and daily commuters.

Close-up of fiber cement facade panels and orange structural columns at Eagle Parking Garage in Lincoln, Nebraska
Eagle Parking Garage renovation in Lincoln, Nebraska showing fiber cement facade, orange structural columns, and PARK signage from street intersection Upward view of Eagle Parking Garage featuring large PARK signage, fiber cement facade, and integrated lighting in Lincoln, Nebraska
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