Expertise: Repair and Renovation
This project completed an installation of a 55 bell carillon in conjunction with the repair, restoration and preservation of NC States iconic Memorial Belltower. Improvements addressed tower accessibility and use restrictions to permit installation of the clavier in the tower and occupancy of the clockworks level to accommodate playing the carillon on site. SKA design […]
SKA is providing building envelope consulting services for the UNC Health Blue Ridge Hospital Expansion that is being constructed in Morganton, NC. The purpose of SKA services will be to perform building envelope commissioning services prior to and during construction in order to aid in preventing moisture intrusion into the building. The project includes construction […]
Bee Street Lofts is a nine story building located in the Old City District with an integral parking structure. Deficiencies associated with original construction were identified that required correction, including those with the envelope waterproofing, elevated terrace waterproofing, windows and doors. SKA conducted site testing and evaluation of the envelope, and developed repair documents to […]
Atrium Health renovated the existing Mercy Hospital at 2001 Vail Avenue, Charlotte, NC to become the Musculoskeletal Institute (MSKI). The MSKI Project renovation consisted of approximately 50% of the existing department areas including, the Sterile Processing Department, Food Service, Pre-Op, Post-Anesthesia Care Unit, administration, and patient units and converts the General Hospital into a hospital […]
This multi-phase project was prioritized using a prudent restoration team approach for the hands on evaluation and repair of the original 1920’s terra cotta facade. Repairs included stabilization of critical life safety concerns, preservation of the terra cotta decorative facade elements, arches, pendants, cornices, and walkways; replacement of existing steel lintels; and selective window replacement. […]
SKA was honored to perform roof and facade condition assessments on 4 buildings at the campus of the Cathedral built in circa 1903. The key assemblies reviewed included four (4) copper-based roof configurations, a Spanish tile roof, a single ply EPDM roof, and the limestone and brick masonry facades. SKA produced a detailed report outlining […]
SKA originally conducted an evaluation of the stucco facade and windows for the Bristol Property Owners for this five-story condominium building. Remedial design drawings and specifications for remediation of the facade, windows and doors, balcony handrails and pool and pool deck waterproofing were prepared, along with dispute resolution consulting.
The Mast General Store opened in 1883 and was known then as The Taylor General Store. Run by Henry Taylor, the owner ran a smaller store across the street and sought expansion of his offerings. Partly sold in 1897 to W.W. Mast, the store was known as the Taylor and Mast General Store until 1913 […]
