Herschel_Building_Plans.pdf

These architectural drawings are detailed construction plans for a field house at Sophia Evert Playgrounds No. 2, prepared by the City of Pittsburgh Department of Public Works, Bureau of Engineering. The plans comprehensively document the architectural, electrical, heating, plumbing, and landscaping specifications for the field house located on Herschel Street. The documents include multiple detailed technical drawings showing floor plans for ground, first, and second levels, roof plans, location and grading plans, electrical and heating system details, cross-sections, elevations, and landscaping information. The estimated project costs vary across different contract packages, ranging from $1,500 to $5,000, and the documents are dated from the early mid-20th century, with approvals and signatures indicating the project's progression through municipal engineering review processes.

The architectural drawings provide extensive technical specifications, including a plant list for landscaping with botanical and common names, symbols for mechanical and electrical systems, and precise measurements for building components. The field house appears to be a multi-story municipal recreational facility with various functional spaces, including offices, recreation rooms, and utility areas. The plans demonstrate meticulous attention to architectural and engineering details, showing connections for steam mains, unit heaters, electrical fixtures, and structural elements. The City of Pittsburgh's municipal seal is prominently displayed on each sheet, indicating official government documentation for this public works project at the Sophia Evert Playgrounds.