This new 35,100-square-foot project features a brick and glass two-story building with walkout basement. McHenry County Orthopaedics (MCO) chose the design-build method because of its many advantages including cost control, fast-track delivery, and single-source responsibility. An extensive tree preservation effort was put forth by MCO and the Kelly Woods Homeowners Association, a residential development adjacent to the site. JJH and the owners met with Kelly Woods’ board early in the process to discuss the impact of this new business on the neighborhood. As a result, representatives of the association turned out in force to Zoning Board and City Council meetings to support the project. JJH also handled the installation of the MRI suite, which is now an area of specialty following several similar installations.

MCO provides services in general and pediatric orthopaedics, arthroscopy and joint replacement surgery, and the treatment of sports and occupational injuries.