The rain did not seem to dampen the spirits of those in attendance for the unique groundbreaking ceremony including speeches, activities, and great food. Photographed by Rebecca Schleuger Valadao
Healing Passages Ceremony Pictures
December 1, 2010 by
The groundbreaking is celebrated by the staff of Healing Passages. Once the building is complete, the women’s holistic health center, Healing Passages, will be located on the first floor. Photographed by Rebecca Schleuger Valadao
SCAVO Community Art Installation
November 2, 2010 by
SCAVO Alternative High School Instructors Suzet Nelson and Ellen Robinson work with Developer Chaden Halfhill to install student artwork on site. The panels represent storm water management, energy efficiency, and community.
Groundbreaking Ceremony Preparations
October 4, 2010 by
The Green & Main team prepares the site for the groundbreaking ceremony.
Before Photos of Commercial Space
October 4, 2010 by
Before renovation, the commercial space of this mixed-use building contained many remnants of the former corner grocery store.
Before Photos of Residential Space
September 30, 2010 by
See what the top floor of our mixed-use Pilot Project building looked like before our sustainable renovation.
Before Photos of Basement
September 30, 2010 by
The basement was a dank place with inefficient HVAC (and some cool old grocer signs) before we began renovating it.
Before Photos of Exterior
September 30, 2010 by
See the condition of this former corner grocery store prior to renovation in the historic Sherman Hill neighborhood of Des Moines, Iowa.
Architectural Renderings & Plans
September 30, 2010 by
View the illustrations and renderings depicting what our mixed-use historic renovation will become.
