In construction of their new synagogue — Evanston, IL’s Jewish Reconstructionist Congregation has been able to recycle over 95% of materials from the building previously occupying their plot of land.

Repurposing previously used brick, foundation and wood allows the congregation to save money and time, while lessening their new building’s impact on the environment.

The building’s back wall is made completely from reclaimed brick from the land’s previous occupant. The old foundation was completely re-used as well. JRC’s new main entrance comes from reclaimed Maple trees — which needed to be torn down to clear the way for the new building.

Some material did need to come from other sources however. Old barns in upstate New York were torn down, with their wood repurposed for use as both exterior and interior siding in the new Synagogue. 

With All Remnants, you can find recycled and repurposed materials for use on your own projects.

Design and build with (re)purpose.