1512 Batavia Avenue (constructed c. 1912) – The Fabyan Lodge, part of Geneva’s Riverbank Laboratories, was designated a Local Landmark in 1999 (link to page). Since that time, rehabilitation work on the Lodge has included repairing deteriorated wood siding, repair and restoration of the original wood windows, roof repairs and new shingles, repainting, and extensive interior work (which the Historic Preservation Commission does not review). The owners of the Lodge were given two awards, one for the rehab of the Lodge and one for construction of a new coach house that is sensitive and architecturally compatible to the historic buildings (see Awards for New Residential Construction).

Owner/General Contractor – Fred and Bonnie Hackendahl – Geneva
Contractor – Matthews Construction (General Carpentry) – Naperville

Contractor – Len Chandler, Chandler’s Top-to-Bottom Service (Windows) – St. Charles

The Fabyan Lodge sat vacant for about 10 years prior to its purchase by the Hackendahls.

The south elevation contained numerous multi-light windows in need of repair.

The wood siding was repaired …

the house was repainted using a traditional Arts & Crafts color scheme …

and all the windows were repaired.

Receiving their awards on May 21, 2001 are Fred and Bonnie Hackendahl.