Windows Are Only
the Beginning.

Visible leaks, drafts, or fogging glass are rarely just a window problem. They’re often the first sign of larger building enclosure failures - issues that can disrupt operations, damage structures, and drive long-term costs.

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Along with an incredible knowledge base, GHP had a very thoughtful approach about how to methodically assess and devise the right solution to a complex problem. GHP helped us answer the question, how do you take a 120-year-old building and modernize it?

—Joe Bucher, AIA, Director—Strategic Design, Southwest Value Partners

 

Why It Matters

 

Windows are often the weak link in the building enclosure. A leak, draft, or fogging pane rarely means “just a window problem”, it usually signals something much deeper happening inside the wall cavity. Quick fixes like caulking or paint may mask the symptoms for a time, but they don’t address the root cause. In fact, patchwork repairs often make problems worse by trapping water, accelerating hidden rot, or spreading mold. That’s why GHP’s forensic team starts with diagnostics: looking beyond the surface to uncover the real issue before recommending a solution.

From Symptom to Solution:
 
 

Forensic
Diagnostics

Layered assessments using tools, destructive testing (when needed), and decades of field expertise to uncover root causes

Integrated
Design

Our architecture and forensic teams collaborate to design solutions that balance modern performance with historical or operational requirements

Construction
Delivery

In-house construction services ensure that what’s drawn on paper actually works in the field. Our design-build model reduces risk, delays, and cost creep

Hazard
Management

Licensed environmental experts manage asbestos, lead, or other hazards - keeping projects on schedule without costly interruptions

Operational
Continuity

We phase work around occupied spaces (hospitals, campuses, senior living), minimizing disruption and protecting critical operations.

 
 

Case Study:

Historic Medical Facility
Window Replacement

 

Client: Major healthcare system in the Midwest

Scope: Replacing ~400 windows across historic 1918 and 1955 buildings

Challenge: Balance historic preservation with modern performance needs

Solution: Custom tempered glass units, advanced air/moisture control systems, and full integration with masonry and structural components

Outcome: Enhanced energy performance, rigorous QA/QC, and preserved architectural legacy.

 
 

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We believe great design is only successful when it’s buildable, adaptable, and precise. Our team works at the intersection of creativity and building sciences, ensuring every detail aligns with real-world execution.


Is It the Window or Something Bigger?

Diagnosis and Design is the First Step for a Successful Replacement or Repair

Strategic Window Replacement: Why GHP’s Full-Scope Approach Matters
 

Why GHP

GHP brings unmatched expertise to building enclosure projects, combining decades of forensic architectural experience with deep knowledge of diagnostics, design, and construction delivery. Our authority in this space is strengthened by the full integration of our three service lines - Architecture, Environmental, and Construction Services - giving clients a 360° partner for complex, high-stakes work. From hospitals and historic landmarks to occupied facilities where downtime isn’t an option, national institutions trust GHP to uncover hidden risks, design resilient solutions, and deliver results that last.

 

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A window leak isn’t just a window problem. It’s a system failure waiting to be solved. Our job is to uncover the cause, design the right solution, and deliver it seamlessly - so you can focus on running your facility.