A grand classical capitol building, built from the very bedrock of Kansas limestone, towering above all, as good if not better than the nation's capitol -this was their clear vision for the Kansas Statehouse. Through good and bad financial periods, the citizens paid for their capitol, the focus of their pride and belief in the future of their State. The capitol symbolized the forging of civilization from the raw wilderness. Unfortunately over time, this clear vision has become obscured. As time marches on, materials deteriorate and building systems become obsolete.
Technological advancements require new telecommunicationand infrastructure.
Expectations for quality of the workspace rise ever higher, and appreciation of the State's heritage is heightened. In this context, the historic integrity of the building has eroded, stone is falling from the exterior walls, the systems are well beyond their useful life, and hazardous materials and conditions abound in and around the building. Maintenance has been deferred to the degree that the condition of the building is now spiraling downward. Now is the time for the building to undergo comprehensive preservation to restore it to its rightful place as the Pride of Kansas. Historic buildings, such as the Kansas State Capitol, present a variety of difficult obstacles.