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Charlene Harper, PE Partner, Director of Engineering
Dave Gerstenmaier, PLA, ASLA, ULI Senior Partner, Director of Design
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s r e n w O e h t m o r f r te In this proposal, we’ve outlined unique reasons to choose HG Design Studio for your civil engineering project. Our business model is atypical in that we have made a conscious decision not to dilute resources and chase every project, but rather, when our skills and experience complement your project at the highest level and save you money during construction. We’ve made thoughtful, deliberate and buildable design a priority at our firm, along with responsiveness and service, which has resulted in scaled but fast entry into the engineering market. In a few short years, HG has leveraged our existing brand and contacts to land enviable clients and civil projects, including the $110 million Westminster Cantebury Senior Living expansion, the $30 million Richmond Raceway renovation (primarily site work) and additions, and CapOne West Creek’s last round of extensive campus upgrades. We noticed that other engineering
firms practice aggressive growth strategies that can produce expensive and commoditized drawings. As our competitors continually expand, either geographically or into new market sectors, HG remains committed to land development in Richmond and surrounds, specializing in its challenges, terrain, schedules, and review processes. Rather than commoditizing services, we have embraced going above and beyond, and have capacity and bandwidth to engineer very large projects, which you will see in the ensuing pages. We only hire seasoned professionals versus new graduates. and your project will receive the attention from our C-Suite leadership before and during your project, all the way to its close. You can always pick up the phone and call any one of us if you need anything.
Charlene Harper, PE Dave Gerstenmaier, PLA Meril Gerstenmaier, LEED HG Design Studio
Richmond Raceway | Henrico County, VA
nt “Tell the potential clie re to call me , I’ll make su they know how lucky e they would be to hav ” you working for them ~ Michael Aust Review Engineer, County of Henrico AUS019@henrico.us (804) 501-4019
Bon Secours Heart Institute | Henrico County, VA
With longevity comes strong relationships. Not just our firm, but also our people. We invite you to contact the County of Henrico and ask about Charlene, Dave and HG.
St. Joseph’s Villa | Henrico County, VA
Relationship with the County of Henrico HG Design Studio
West Broad Village | Henrico County, VA
HG PROJECTS IN HENRICO COUNTY 5600 Cox Road Courtyard Renovation Anthem Richmond Courtyard Arthur Ashe Elementary School Belmont Golf Course Clubhouse Beth Sholom Home of Virginia Bon Secours Heart Institute Bon Secours Short Pump Medical Office Building Broad Hill Centre Streetscape Business Association Cedarfield Senior Living Deep Run High School Baseball Facility Deep Run High School Entrance Sign Douglas Freeman High School Athletic Field Use Study Douglas Freeman High School Landscape Plan Douglas Freeman High School Stadium Entrance Fairfield Elementary School Fox Hall Recreation Center Gambles Mill Pump Station Landscape Plan Gayton Branch Library Glen Allen Library Expansion Henrico County Government Courtyard Revisions Henrico County Operations Center Henrico Cultural Arts Center (Glen Allen School renovation) Henrico Fire Station #5 Highwood Office Buildings Innsbrook Office Park Kanawha Recreation Association Kinsale Insurance Headquarters Lakeside Avenue Enhancement Plan & Lakeside Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden Rose Garden and Pedestrian Bridge North Park Library Northwest/Shady Grove Park Master Plan Reynold’s Crossing Mixed-Use RF&P Park Richmond Montessori School North Campus Expansion Richmond Montessori School Parking Expansion Plan Richmond Raceway Ridge Elementary School Shady Grove Elementary School Short Pump Park Southern States Headquarters Springfield Park Elementary School Springfield Road Office Building St. Joseph’s Villa Stuart’s Crossing Stylecraft Office Expansion The Madison Apartments Trevett Elementary School Tuckahoe Elementary School Master Plan Tuckahoe Elementary School Outdoor Classroom Tuckahoe Elementary School Playground Tuckahoe Library Tuckahoe Middle School Athletic Fields Tuckahoe Park Master Plan Tuckahoe Sports Park and Little League Fields Twin Hickory Park Twin Hickory/Shady Grove Library Varina Elementary School Wellesley Recreation Center West Broad Street Design Guidelines Consultation West Broad Street/I64 Land Use Study West Broad Village Mixed-Use Westminster Canterbury Richmond Expansion Westmont at Short Pump Wyndham Master Plan and Design Guidelines Wyndham Swim & Racquet Club HG Design Studio
Small with Large Attributes What about bandwidth? Don’t small firms just do small projects?
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The short answer is no. The majority of our engineering projects are over the $25 million threshold, and many are well over $50 million range (UVa Darden Inn and Alderman Library are $75m and $100m, respectively). We also maintain a healthy balance between the public and private sector, and we believe this project would benefit from that practice. In sum, HG intentionally maintains a small firm culture, even though we routinely compete and win projects against much larger firms.
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OLD SCHOOL We have found that clients prefer to work with the same senior staff that appeared on the submittal and attended the interview. We are keen on customer service and in this way, we maintain relationships‌over 80% of our clientele is repeat business. We have active projects in Virginia from Blacksburg to Virginia Beach, and D.C to South Boston.
REAL WORLD We thrive on creating sustainable solutions. This client was happy; we were able to get approval for a crossing from CSX railroad in under a week, saving over $200,000.
TURNAROUND Happy clients are our #1 priority. The complexity and an accelerated schedule of Richmond Raceway required the same attention that Westminster Canterbury will receive if HG is lucky enough to be your engineer.
NUANCE Elegance and sustainability were the engineering emphasis at the Capital One Campus. These series of projects illustrates how effectively HG balances both technical and aesthetic site design. HG Design Studio
WestRock, Richmond, VA
Anthem Courtyard, Henrico County, VA
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The developer for this apartment complex wanted to incorporate an environmental component to attract savvy tenants without breaking the bank. HG suggested and ultimately designed a green wall and pocket park in this trendy and walkable urban community.
Stormwater as an amenity is a recurring theme on this 316 acre corporate park. An elevated walkway accomodates pedestrian traffic between buildings over a bioretention field with native plantings. Another central green space, “The Meadow� is fashioned around a BMP, and includes trails and an honor garden.
With permeable pavers and fetching bioswales, this expanded and renovated parking lot is adjacent to the ballpark and feeds foot traffic to newly constructed pedestrian connections. It was recently deemed the most attractive lot on the UVA grounds by university facilities and architecture staff.
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CHARLENE HARPER, PE Partner, Director of Engineering EDUCATION Master of Natural Resources in Global Sustainability Leadership Virginia Tech Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering Virginia Tech REGISTRATION Professional Engineer Virginia #036009 Maryland #200500 AWARDS & CERTIFICATIONS Board Member, Chesapeake Stormwater Network 2017 Stoneroller Award from Chesapeake Stormwater Network USGBC LEED® Accredited Professional Stormwater Management Plan Reviewer, VA DEQ License #SWPR0103 Virginia Stormwater BMP Clearinghouse Committee Member LID Committee Secretary, Environmental Water Resources Institute (EWRI) Member, Greater Virginia Chapter of US Green Building Council
Charlene has more than 20 years of experience in the fields of water resources and site development specializing in low impact development and innovative stormwater treatment designs, stormwater concepts for federal projects, and compliance strategies for MS-4 and industrial stormwater permit programs. Her work focuses on the reduction of environmental impacts due to the built environment both during and post-construction, as well as identifying opportunities for water quality and flood control retrofits. Charlene is an expert in the design and installation oversight of innovative stormwater treatment techniques such as green roofs, cisterns, permeable pavements, submerged gravel wetlands, and bioretention cells in addition to traditional treatment practices such as filters and basins. She has managed significant contracts for both public and private sector clients, using a collaborative project approach and management style. Charlene worked with Allen Hale at SFCS on a project very similar to Westminster Cantebury: the Chesapeake in Newport News. The project expanded an existing Virginia Baptist Homes retirement community to include new assisted living residence buildings and independent living cottages. Charlene was the lead site design engineer and provided construction administration for the project. SFCS was impressed with her then; imagine what more she’s learned in the 18 years since! RELEVENT PROJECT EXPERIENCE $100M • Capital One Corporate Campus (multiple projects)
School and Parking Expansion
$75M • Scott’s View Mixed Use/Apartments/Retail/Office and Parking Deck
$30M • Centennial Tower Apartments, The Spur Mixed Use Retail/ Residential
$27M • Richmond Raceway Refresh PUBLICATIONS Nov 2015 Arch Exchange East Tools to Protect and Restore the Environment 2015 Chesterfield Development Community - New Stormwater Regulations Training Workshop May 2010 - “More than Just a Pretty Roof,” Sustainable Engineering Magazine
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$100M • St. Francis Hospital $100M • UVa Darden Inn and Convention Center $150M • University of Virginia Alderman Library $20M • Longwood Convocation Center $60M • Washington & Lee High School in Westmoreland County $20M • St. Joseph’s Villa Dooley
$20M • Caritas Center Renovation
$20M • University of Virginia Davenport Field Expansion and Pump Station $110M • Westminster Canterbury Richmond Expansion $30M • University of Virginia Ivy Stacks Expansion $50M • College of William & Mary Muscarelle Museum of Art
$30M • Westhampton on Grove Mixed-Use, 3 story
Some Projects I’m W orking On Darden Inn and Conference Center UNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIA BUDGET:
$100 million
PROJECT TYPE: New Construction
Westminster-Canterbury Richmond Expansion BUDGET:
$110 million
PROJECT TYPE: New Construction
Alderman Library UNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIA BUDGET:
$150 million
PROJECT TYPE: Renovation
Convocation & Events Center LONGWOOD UNIVERSITY BUDGET:
$25 million
PROJECT TYPE: New Construction
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DAVE GERSTENMAIER, PLA Senior Partner, Director of Design
EDUCATION Bachelor of Science in Landscape Architecture, The Ohio State University 1983 REGISTRATION Professional Landscape Architect Virginia #271 Maryland #3767 North Carolina #2019
For over 35 years, Dave has accumulated an extensive and award-winning portfolio in landscape architectural design and land planning in Virginia. He started his own firm in 1991, and built a reputation for effective project delivery balancing cost, time, and quality design. In 2000, he took the helm of H&G Landscape Architects in Richmond and catapulted the firm into the preeminent landscape architectural and land planning firm in the region.
MEMBERSHIPS American Society of Landscape Architects
Clients appreciate Dave’s passion and responsiveness resulting from the smallsize firm mindset, but creative ingenuity usually characteristic of a metropolitan practice that has distinguished the firm’s work. Through Dave’s creative land planning, and design of the courtyards and grounds at Bon Secours St. Francis Medical Center, the campus was designated “America’s Most Beautiful Hospital,” and in that same year, Dave was the recipient of The Ohio State University Knowlton School of Architecture Impact Award for Landscape Architecture.
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ULI – Urban Land Institute, Full Member
Office/Commercial/Industrial
Mixed-Use Developments
Altamont Avenue Warehouse
Bellgrade Plantation
Branch Point Drive Self Storage
New Town Williamsburg
Burger Media
Port Warwick
C.F. Sauer Company Headquarters
Scott’s View
Caliber Collision
The Sauer Center
Dominion Build to Suit Facility
West Broad Village
South Carolina #1413
GRACRE – Greater Richmond Association for Commercial Real Estate VCU Real Estate Circle of Excellence Board Member AWARDS The Ohio State University Knowlton School of Architecture Impact Award, 2011
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Highwoods Properties
Abbey Village
Innsbrook Amphitheater
Barrington
Innsbrook Office Park
Belcrest
Kimway Drive Warehouse
Bentley
Kinsale Insurance Headquarters
Carriage Homes at Parham Place
Lake Innsbrook Trail Renovation
Centennial Towers
Libbie Place
Charter Colony
Markel Workplace Resources
Chickahominy Falls
MeadWestVaco Headquarters (now WestRock)
Creekside Village
Parham Plaza
Crossridge
Pie Tech Corporate Campus Sauer Center Southern States Headquarters Stuart’s Crossing The Spur Offices HG Design Studio
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Grey Oaks Grove at Lucks Lane Harpers Mill Heron Pointe Hills Quarter Holloway Townes at Wyndham Holly Hills John Rolfe Square Keswick Kings Charter Magnolia Green Magnolia Lakes Martins Grant Monument Park New Market Village New Post on the Rappahannock Oak Park Overbrook Lofts at The Cooperage Rivergate River Mill River Pines Rutland Master Plan Shores of York Stonehouse Glen Tarrington on the James Terraces at Swift Creek The Landing at Swift Creek The Nest at Scott’s Addition The Park at Salisbury The Preserve at Deerfield The Summit at Scott’s Addition The Villages at Quarterpath Tillman Farm Townes at Pouncey Place Trellis Crossing Twin Hickory
Village at Crossroads Station Villas at Ashlake Villas at Hunton Park Waterford Square Wellesley Winterfield Crossing Wyndham Healing, Chapel, & Memorial Gardens Bon Secours Memorial Regional Medical Center Healing Garden Bon Secours St. Francis Garden & Labyrinth Bon Secours St. Mary’s Chapel Garden Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center Healing Garden Sheltering Arms Hospital Therapy Garden St. Anthony Healing Garden Museums & Institutional American Civil War Museum Capitol Square Landscape Master Plan Caritas Center Chester Community Theater Lake Innsbrook Trail Renovation Mantle, Virginia Indian Tribute Science Museum of Virginia St. Joseph’s Villa Tuckahoe Library Virginia Historical Society Main Entrance
Hospitality Blackburn Inn and Spa Boathouse at Sunday Park Caritas Center Dover Hall Jefferson Hotel Country Clubs Belmont Golf Course Country Club of Virginia - James River, Tuckahoe Creek, and Westhampton Courses Hermitage Country Club Hunting Hawk Golf Club Independence Golf Course Kinloch Golf Club Redwing Lake Golf Course Sycamore Creek Golf Course The Woods Golf Course at Kingsmill Parks and Recreation Colonial Downs Paddock Renovation K.B. River Club Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden - Rose Garden and Pedestrian Bridge RF&P Park Richmond Raceway Tuckahoe Sports Park and Little League Fields
“My career path has been inspired by my desire to elevate the standards of site design while still producing buildable and practical solutions. My job satisfaction comes from taking on my clients’ problems to make their lives a little easier.”
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Charley has worked as a Civil Engineer for 13 years on a diverse range of projects including Residential and Commercial development, Higher Education, Federal, Environmental, and Renewable Energy. He is also experienced in site assessment and construction administration.Charley began his career at Kootz Bryant (and worked with Andy), then Timmons before joining HG is 2016. He’s worked on countless projects; here are a few with approximate construction budget: $21M • The Nest Apartments 5 story, 118 units $20M • St. Joseph’s Villa Dooley School and Parking Expansion $27M • RVA Raceway Renovation
CHARLEY SESSOMS, PE Civil Engineer
$16M • Longwood University Environmental Health & Safety and Facilities Building $75M • Scott’s View Apartments and Parking Deck, 2 buildings, 364 units, 450 spaces
$100M • Capital One West Creek Campus - Surface lot - Commons Terrace - Den Renovations - Village Refresh - Town Center Refresh - West Creek Terrace 1 - West Creek Terrace 2
$30M • UVA Ivy Stacks Library Expansion
$21M • Centennial Tower Mixed Use, 6 story, 56 units
$30M • Westhampton on Grove Mixed-Use, 3 story
$80M • UVA Softball Stadium $25M • UVA Davenport Field Expansion and Pump Station $20M • The Summit Mixed Use 6 story, 166 units
$16M • The Spur Mixed Use Retail/ Residential
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has functioned as a civil engineering associate for 18 years. His experience spans across several market sectors, making him familiar with a wide range of clients and sites. At HG, Paul performs engineering project management and technical design for planning, design, and budget factors, coordinating and problem solving with clients. Before joining HG, he has had stints at the engineering firms of Townes, VHB, and Bowman, finally working for industrial site development firm Industrial TurnAround Corporation. These diverse job experiences create a rich repository of knowledge from which to draw engineering solutions.
$25M • Longwood University Convocation Center $150M • University of Virginia Alderman Library
$20M • Sentara Hospital Expansion $150M • University of Virginia Darden Inn and Conference Center
$20M • Belmont Apartments
$25M • College of William and Mary Alumni House Renovation/Expansion
$12M • Centennial Tower Mixed Use, 6 story, 56 units
$20M • Caritas Center Renovation
$25M • Manchester Town Center Mixed-Use $5M • Highwoods Building Upgrades Outdoor Deck and Dining
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$35M • University of Virginia Physics Building $50M • Washington & Lee High School, Westmoreland County $2M • Innsbrook Trails Renovation
PAUL BALDUF Senior Project Engineer
Andy has 16 years of experience in landscape architecture on a variety of projects including parks, athletic facilities, higher education and residential development. Andy also has a solid background in design-build projects, so he has a particular expertise in the constructibility of projects, leading to stronger designs. He worked at Kootz Bryant (and worked with Charley) and owned his own firm before starting at HG in 2015. Here are some of his civil projects with approximate budget: $27M • Richmond Raceway Renovation $100M • Capital One West Creek Campus - Parking Deck - The Meadow - Honor Plaza - Knolls Pavilion $10M • The Summit Apartments , 6 stories
ANDY SISSON, PLA Civil Designer, Landscape Architect
$12M • Centennial Tower Apartments, 8 stories $25M • University of Virginia Davenport Field Expansion and Pump Station $22M • Westhampton on Grove Mixed-Use $25M • Scott’s View Apartments and Parking Deck
$16M • Longwood University Environmental Health & Safety and Facilities Building $8M • The Spur Mixed-Use Retail/ Residential $20M • University of Virginia Ivy Stacks Library Expansion $7M • Ridge Elementary Parking Circulation $25M • Longwood University Convocation Center and Tennis Complex $20M • Virginia Military Institute Cocke Hall and Memorial Garden $1M • Patterson and Grove Ave Streetscapes $70M - Washington Lee High School in Westmoreland County
Vince holds prestigious certifications from Autodesk (AutoCAD and Civil 3D), Computer-Aided Design Specialty, Land Surveying and Information Technology, which means that his technical skills go well beyond a typical engineering professional. Since 2012, he has presented to over 1500 professionals at Autodesk’s International Conference three times. He has 20 years of experience, most of which was at Timmons before joining HG. $25M • College of William and Mary Alumni House Expansion & Renovation $25M • University of Virginia Davenport Field Expansion and Pump Station $25M • Scott’s View Apartments and Parking Deck $150M • University of Virginia Darden Inn and Conference Center $20M • St. Joseph’s Villa Dooley School and Parking Expansion $22M • Westhampton on Grove Mixed-Use $100M • Capital One West Creek Campus
$27M • Richmond Raceway Renovation $25M • Longwood University Convocation Center $150M • University of Virginia Alderman Library $12M • Centennial Tower Apartments, 8 stories $21M • The Nest Apartments $35M • University of Virginia Physics Building $50M • Washington & Lee High School, Westmoreland County
VINCE SHEEHAN CAD Designer II
$20M • The Summit Mixed Use 6 story, 166 units HG Design Studio
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University of Virginia Davenport Field Charlottesville, VA
SCOTT’S VIEW APARTMENTS RICHMOND, VA
This Scott’s Addition location for a new $75 million ground-up project of luxury apartments, first floor retail/office and parking deck was a former industrial site. The client chose HG for civil engineering and landscape architecture combined because of the complexity of engineering and importance of creating an inviting and modern outdoor aesthetic to compete with several other mixed-use properties in this fashionable community. Amenity design includes swimming pool and surrounding outdoor kitchen, courtyard, pocket park and green wall. This repeat client is a prolific developer. He can be reached for a referral at the the following contact information: Beau Woodrum, AIA 804.237.8254 bwoodrum@swa-co.com
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RICHMOND RACEWAY REIMAGINED INFIELD REDEVELOPMENT
HG Design Studio is providing civil engineering and landscape architecture services for Richmond Raceway Reimagined, a $30 million infield redevelopment project by International Speedway Corporation (ISC). The new project will bring a variety of enhanced amenities for fans, teams, sponsors and other stakeholders to the iconic Richmond infield. HG’s first project with ISC was an incredible opportunity to work closely with Henrico County administration and staff on a very fast-paced, high profile project. HG facilitated meetings between ISC and the County to introduce the project concepts, goals, and schedule needs at all levels during the programming and schematic design phase. As the project was on an expedited schedule, HG also held meetings early in the design development phase to engage review staff and explore compliance options for stormwater management, permitting, traffic and utility models in particular. When concerns about the aging water system and meter capacity were raised, HG suggested breaking the POD into phases in order to study the situation with DPU without impacting the construction schedule. Working closely with DPU staff on multiple modeling iterations led to an innovative metering solution that saved ISC significant money while also improving water and fire flows to the Raceway Complex. Richmond Raceway Reimagined will provide the facility a completely redesigned and modernized infield to Richmond. Race fans will be able to get closer than ever to NASCAR’s best with new Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series garages and a fan viewing walkway providing full immersion into the sport. Fans will also be able to watch race cars complete their runs through inspection stations in the new infield. HG Design Studio
In addition to the new garage walkways and inspection viewing areas, other new attractions include expansive Richmond infield social and engagement areas with concessions. Gatorade Victory Lane will now be staged in closer view of the grandstands for fans to have a better experience celebrating with Richmond race winners. The location will provide new fan engagement opportunities for pre-race access, driver appearances, and entertainment programming. An 80-person club experience with roof access will overlook the new Gatorade Victory Lane as part of the modernized infield. Two new garage suites with a view into the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series garages will provide an unprecedented experience in Richmond; similar to modern stadiums and arenas around the world. Media will be hosted in a new Media Center with broadcast booths, a conference room, and hospitality space. Due in part to our fantastic working relationship with staff and their openness to collaborative problem solving, the project met its critical milestone deadlines and hosted its ribbon cutting for the grand opening on September 19th, 2018. HG Design Studio
CEDARFIELD
RETIREMENT COMMUNITY design studio
Luxury upgrades to 90 wooded acres include numerous outdoor features, including two new courtyards, pedestrian connections, trails and gardens. As more senior living facilities develop in the region, this client realized the necessity of integrating new and vibrant features to maximize their existing brand and create a spirit of community to its residents or potential residents. Elements of the project included surveying clients and residents to determine stakeholder needs and develop preliminary concepts for landscape designs. HG is presently evaluating and making recommendations on the existing landscape and collaborating with the client to develop an appropriate project budget. In addition, we will be synchronizing with the project construction manager on civil infrastructure impacts to landscape design and coordinating with the county planning department to ensure plans meet county landscape requirements. Preliminary concepts into buildable construction documents are in development. This was a landscape architecture/lands planning project that was awarded to HG through a competitive RFP process. HG Design Studio
Location Henrico County, VA Size 90 acres Dates Start: 2018 Completion: In design Disciplines Landscape Architecture Project Budget $70 M
WESTMINSTER-CANTERBURY RICHMOND
HENRICO COUNTY, VA
At Westminster-Canterbury’s northside campus, HG Design Studio is working with SFCS Architects to assist the client with modernizing an older facility. Senior living has become a competitive market, and often driven by the younger generation, who values luxury and up-to-date facilities. In response, the creation of gardens, a Wellness Activity area above a new parking deck as well as the creation of a new Villa neighborhood is the objective to improve the campus. The roof of the parking deck will accommodate a variety of wellness components, which have all been determined through close coordination with WC staff and residents. Structured elements like pickleball courts, an exercise equipment fitness courtyard, and firepit and picnic shelter will be joined by gardens and open lawn areas for multipurpose uses. Land planning will integrate a collection of buildings from different eras into a sense of community and place. The new Villa neighborhood will be centered around a large Village Green, with pathways, gardens, and a dog park. Community garden beds will be located adjacent to the existing Cochrane Pond. Berms and dense plantings will screen the property from adjacent commercial development. A walking trail, which is among the most popular amenities with residents, will connect all parts of the large campus. HG Design Studio
ST. JOSEPH’S VILLA DOOLEY SCHOOL AND PARKING EXPANSION
HG Design Studio has had the honor to work on a number of projects at St. Joseph’s Villa over the years as the institution continues to renovate and improve. We are currently working on a parking lot expansion, which will provide an innovative and affordable solution for water quality and quantity management by expanding an existing drainage swale to provide extended detention and vegetative filtering. The project adds a dedicated bus lane and 46 new parking spaces within a very tight budget. HG also recently designed renovations to the Dooley School, which was a site specific design that addressed the main entry to the school at the drop off area. HG designed the ADA and main pedestrian entry circulation, along with new storm drain system at the school’s HG Design Studio
front door, and foundation plantings were refreshed. In addition, our engineers designed a new fire utility connection. Another recent project at the Villa began with a study to assist the client with phasing in future projects planned over time as fundraising efforts continue. The existing landscaping along the Villa’s Brook Road and Parham Road frontages had aged and was in need of an update. The Villa desired a landscape treatment along these major perimeter roads that would create a unified and aesthetically pleasing image for the institution. Elements which help identify the institution, whether through signage or other means, were also planned. HG also worked with stakeholders to identify a general direction for the project as well as ballpark costing and assistance developing a phasing plan.
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CAPITAL ONE
WEST CREEK CAMPUS design studio
HG Design Studio was contracted to perform Civil Engineering and Landscape Architecture for a series of projects for this private campus,, incorporating two new buildings, extensive outdoor amenities, green space, and a second parking deck. Emphasis was placed on collaborative outdoor green space, pedestrian connectivity and environmentally responsible campus features. A complex and sleek entry fountain and plaza design was vital to the clients desire to attract top talent, as well as views and connections to and from other buildings. The centrally located meadow and stormwater management combination provides most common vista from each building. A pedestrian bridge designed by HG spans stormwater rain garden filtration system. HG navigated topography with a series of steps and a ramp system designed by HG, as well as an intricate native plant plan to tie the campus into the surrounding natural area. Client project schedule required diligence and internal planning to devote proper resources and priority to design and construction, as well as knowledge based construction administration. Other Civil Engineer and Landscape Architecture projects include the following: (continued on next page) HG Design Studio
Location Goochland, VA Size 316 acres Dates Start: 2011 Completion: Ongoing Disciplines Landscape Architecture Civil Engineering Award Green Globes by the Green Building Initiative Project Budget $100 M
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The Commons Outdoor Terrace: This project required high quality design and extensive construction administration. Dave worked directly with the client and Leo A Daly, an architecture firm out of Nebraska, on this project. The Den Renovation: HG collaborated with HLW Architects out of New access and building extension between campus Buildings 5 and 6. Both vices were offered. HG ensured that a continuity of the campus design renovation project. Thoughtful consideration of new bike and pedestrian reconfigurations were all part of the final design.
York City to incorporate a new entry Civil and Landscape Architecture serstandards were incorporated into the circulation, planting design and utility
Town Center Refresh: An office campus facility expansion, HG worked with Gensler and their Schematic Design to deliver this project’s Design Development and CD’s for civil/landscape within one month’s turnaround. HG had to consider impact on existing utility ducts, grading and drainage, hardscape and landscape design. West Creek Village: Seeking a rare LEED-NC certification for a private owner, HG engaged in design and expansion of the site green space and amenities requiring integration with existing facilities, pedestrian connections, courtyard and garden, upper and lower patios, lighting, concrete ramp, retaining walls and metal handrails. HG partnered with architecture firm SMBW with substantial design completion in February 2017.
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WEST BROAD VILLAGE MIXED-USE COMMUNITY
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Location Henrico County, VA Size 115 acres Client Markel Eagle Partners, LLC Architect Antunovich Associates Dates Start:2004 Completion: 2015 Disciplines Master Planning Landscape Architecture
West Broad Village is a 115-acre mixed-use development located at West Broad Street and I-64 in western Henrico County, Virginia. The development combines residential, retail, office, hotel, and recreational uses all within a walkable community. HG Design Studio was retained by the developer during rezoning to work with the architect in developing an open space plan, conceptual park design, and landscape standards for streetscapes and screening. We prepared a comprehensive open space plan and conceptual designs for the main street park, community clubhouse and pool area, residential courtyards, and the linear park. The village buildings and open spaces connect through the urban streetscape network. Combining conceptual plans, images, and textual descriptions, the project team generated detailed design standards for the rezoning submittal. HG was involved in all landscape architecture implementation from start to completioned of the project. HG Design Studio
Project Budget $100 M
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From the macro to the micro, HG has partnered professionally with the developer to create this planned community, including master planning, land use planning, re-zoning, branding, and site design of all components. The Master Plan describes a vision for the site’s 227 heavily treed acres in terms of both design aesthetics and amenities to ensure a quality development for residents and users to enjoy while ensuring that the Bailey Bridge Connector safely alleviates traffic congestion on Route 360. It consists of multiple residential neighborhoods with a commercial center. These neighborhoods will be connected via a system of shared use paths and open spaces. A maximum of 814 residential units are planned, including multi-family, single family attached, and single family detached. A variety of unit types will be offered to cater to various users including young professionals, families, and retirees, with a focus on low maintenance living, and approximately 34% of the development will be dedicated open space. Amenities abound at Swift Creek. Paths and bike racks will be located throughout the development. HG is designing sidewalks and amenities within each neighborhood that will connect to the shared use path system in order for pedestrians and cyclists to be able to travel between neighborhoods and the commercial center of Swift Creek Station. HG is taking care to facilitate clearly marked pedestrian crosswalks that will be located at major intersections and provide access to the proposed Chesterfield County trail that is to run along Swift Creek. A variety of open spaces to suit the needs of various users, possibly including pocket parks, multi-purpose fields, picnic areas, community gardens, play grounds, dog parks, and pet stations will promote active participants, and parking areas may be set aside for RVs and boats. HG is also incorporating other innovative proprietary planning and usage ideas at Swift Creek Station. Amenities for the multi-family sector includes a pool, clubhouse, and grilling stations. The commercial area will consist of neighborhood shops, restaurants, and offices to serve the residents of Swift Creek Station and the surrounding communities. Other uses include an assisted living facility, brewery or restaurant with a small outdoor event space, veterinary hospital or pet groomers, and a gas station. The landscaped roundabout will be a focal point and feature around which the commercial area is organized. The roundabout will also serve as a gateway into the development. A lucious landscaped buffer will separate the commercial areas from the proposed residential neighborhoods. HG prepared a descriptive booklet to catalogue and detail the components of the master plan, as well as design guidelines for the community. HG Design St Studio
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MANAKIN TOWNE MIXED-USE MASTER PLAN GOOCHLAND COUNTY, VA
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This proposed $100 million project calls for a mix of commercial and residential uses on 24 acres in Goochland County. Two two-story office buildings totaling 36,000 square feet, and a mix of one- and two-story retail buildings with about 45,500 square feet, as well as 39 townhomes and 224 multifamily units. The master plan leaves the option of including another 15 acres east of Sycamore Creek Golf Club clubhouse for development at a later date. HG provided conceptual site planning and material for submittal for re-zoning, as well as a 44-page Manakin Towne Center Design Guidelines Book. The goal achieved of the latter was to provide the standards and design parameters that reect and maintain the overall character of Manakin Towne Center as a place and community. It also contains major architectural and urban design categories that are essential to deďŹ ne the development and meet the desired standards and expectations.
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CHICKAHOMINY FALLS HANOVER COUNTY, VA
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HG Design Studio is proud to have been a part of planning this unique community. Dave Gerstenmaier created a master plan that includes 400 single-family units on 200 acres with a twist on its farmland roots. Chickahominy Falls is the Richmond area’s first neighborhood that speaks to a farm-to-table and alternative trends to the conventional neighborhood template. Empty nesters and retirees are attracted to a concept that will blend suburban clubhouse living with professionally managed organic farming, producing fresh, local, healthy fruits, veggies, and foods while creating a wonderful and unique outdoor amenity for the residents. Farm-lets or Pocket-Gardens will be dotted throughout the neighborhood, alongside other HG designs around the clubhouse, pool, green spaces and play spaces. The community is planned for the 55+ age group with opportunities to experience and enjoy outdoor activities and healthier choices of food. HG Design Studio assisted with all levels of initial planning and zoning for the neighborhood and its adjacent 10 acre farm, along with designing open and gathering outdoor spaces, walking trails, bike trails around the river and shared spaces. HG connected the developer with a national organic farming vendor and worked with the natural topography of the site for placemaking of the gardens. With multiple wetland areas cutting up the site, a grid style development would not work. Our designers let the land dictate where our sections lines would be. Once sections were defined, we could work with the grades to see what type of product would best work in those areas. The wetlands and other low-lying areas became ideal areas for walking trails that connect the whole project together. HG also provided landscape and lighting plans for each section and worked with the team to design and implement a sales and marketing center on the farm. For Cornerstone Development, a commitment to environmental preservation and sustainability is important, so HG is tasked with adhering to the low-impact community plan. State-of-the-art conservation practices will protect mature hardwoods, watersheds and the river.
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ASHBURY VILLAGE HANOVER COUNTY, VA
Ashbury Village is a mixed-use community that features the traditional elements of towns like smaller lots, architectural and design covenants, pedestrian scale development, smaller retail shops and restaurants, and defined public spaces. The boulevard entrance leads to a small “Main Street” for the retail and office components. We designed the area for the uses to face the boulevard entrance and the main cross street with parking tucked behind the building fronts to avoid creating a typical suburban strip development along Route 54. The boulevard terminates at the active recreation facility – clubhouse, pool, tennis courts, and play ground – and the residential lots gradually increase in size as one moves away from the village center. In addition, we created alleys throughout the community to provide service area and rear access to homes and garages. We’ve designed a landscaped, irrigated and lighted entranceway with upscale signage that blends into the existing character of the Town of Ashland as well as rural character along Route 54. Generally, landscaping was focused on tree-lined streets and front yards punctuated by areas of more formal design elements such as hedges. Existing vegetation in the natural open space areas was generally left in its existing state except where additional plantings were needed to restore or add to the natural environment.
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WEST BROAD VILLAGE HENRICO COUNTY, VA
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West Broad Village is a 115 acre neo-traditional mixed use development located at West Broad Street and I-64 in western Henrico County. The development combines residential, retail, office, hotel, and recreational uses all within a walkable community. HG Design Studio was retained by the developer to develop and refine the open space master plan, a plan that weaves together and defines the various neighborhoods, promotes walkability, and preserves environmentally sensitive areas. Key features of the open space plan include a “Main Street” park, residential courtyards, and a linear park and trail system. The “Main Street” park is an urban park that serves as a central organizing feature in the commercial district. The park contains several outdoor “rooms” offering shoppers, employees, and residents a place to socialize, people watch, or just relax. In the residential district, row houses are situated around intimate courtyards. These semi-private spaces provide residents with a place to gather, entertain friends, or read a book. The linear park system along the perimeter of the site is the place for active recreation within the community. It contains walking and biking trails and a playground. The park also serves to protect significant environmental features within the development including wetlands and wooded areas. HG was also involved in the rezoning process and was responsible for preparing all open space exhibits for rezoning, attending public meeting, and coordinating with the project team on rezoning submissions to the County. The firm submitted conceptual designs for the designs listed above. HG Design Studio was also responsible for the landscape and hardscape design, irrigation and lighting layout, and selection and placement of street furniture for the commercial district, entrance and neighborhood monuments, buffers, “Main Street” park, residential streets and courtyards, community clubhouse and recreation area, and linear park. The submission of POD landscape and lighting plans to the County, assistance with the bidding process and contractor selection, and construction administration services were included as part of the firm’s design services. Ultimately we prepared a comprehensive open space plan and conceptual designs for the main street park, community clubhouse and pool area, residential courtyards, and the linear park. The village buildings and open spaces connect through the urban streetscape network. Combining conceptual plans, images, and textual descriptions, the project team generated detailed design standards for the rezoning submittal.
TARRINGTON ON THE JAMES MASTER PLAN CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, VA
Set amidst 200 acres of native pines and oaks, Tarrington offers up-scale architecture and spacious lot sizes difficult to match in the region. There is a mix of cluster, single-family and villa lot styles to choose from. Central to the development is a spectacular clubhouse and swimming pool complex. The recreation area offers three pools, water slides and a wooded recreation area. HG Design Studio worked closely with the developer to master plan the neighborhood and to develop the site to its full potential. The firm was responsible for site master planning, zoning assistance, pool and recreational area site design, construction documentation and construction management.
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PORT WARWICK MASTER PLAN NEWPORT NEWS, VA
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Port Warwick is a 176-acre development being constructed on the largest undeveloped parcel of property in Newport News, Virginia. The site Port contains over 16 different high quality real estate uses, including free standing commercial buildings, apartment and condominium buildings with both retail and office uses on their first floors, churches, single family and duplex homes for sale, and a major medical complex. In addition, it has developed live/work homes and retail townhouses with above-shop living. These uses are assembled around urban “squares”, a characteristic found in London or other major European cities; mixing commercial and residential uses within buildings in a high density, high quality design. Port Warwick is comprised of approximately 500,000 square feet of residential and 500,000 square feet of commercial, office, and retail development. Its uniqueness from a development perspective is that all of these various uses began at the same time, so that all of the uses were constructed in tandem. The project, initially thought to have a 10 year development timeline, was significantly completed within 3 years. Port Warwick is the first high quality mixed use “new urbanist” development in Newport News, and one of the first and most successful of its kind in America. From a community perspective, the overwhelming success of the development proved to residents of this community and outside developers alike that Newport News can support a high quality development, commanding some of the highest sales dollars per acre for commercial property in Tidewater, Virginia, apartments with the highest rental rates in the area, and homes, residential duplexes, and condominiums briskly selling today. The City of Newport News, unlike many of the other core cities of Virginia, has no older, historic residential, or commercial core. Port Warwick, being located in the new urban center of the Virginia Peninsula, has become the cities “Fan District” or “Ghent”. In addition, the development contains permanent monumental public sculptures by national and international sculptors, located along one of the main thoroughfares, creating a “Monument Avenue” for the City.
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OAK PARK MASTER PLAN CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, VA
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Oak Park is situated in Chesterfield County, one of the areas most rapidly developing counties. It is a unique neighborhood of less than 80 homes linked by tree-lined streets and sidewalks. Oak Park was master planned at a human scale, emphasizing connectivity and traditional values. Amenities include sidewalks and pathways, gardens and parks, and alleys. The plan sets homes conversationally close to the front sidewalks to promote social interaction and a design approach that harkens back to traditional neighborhood planning. The neighborhood commands attention from its location on Robious Road with a stately brick wall. The garage placement on these lots were meant to be reminiscent of traditional neighborhoods where garages are detached and away from the house. The Oak Park garage was taken to the next level with detailed architectural design and placement within the neighborhood wall. HG Design Studio was closely involved with the project since its inception. Our firm worked closely with the developer on the intricacies of the layout as well as site planning of individual lots. In addition, the team worked with local county officials on the rezoning and approvals of the master plan. While it is reminiscent of a traditional neighborhood one can find in the City of Richmond’s Ginter Park and the Fan, Oak Park is not the typical suburban layout.
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WESTCHESTER VILLAGE MASTER PLAN CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, VA
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The Village of Westchester is comprised of approximately 300 acres in western Chesterfield County, Virginia. Westchester is a mixed use, walkable community that includes retail and office space, apartments, townhouses and single family detached units. The client asked HG Design Studio to create a site plan for one of the residential neighborhoods located adjacent to the town center. The site plan includes 350 units of townhouses and single family units, parks and recreation areas, and a recreation center. Part of the challenge to developing this site plan was to mitigate the steep slopes and wetlands while capitalizing on views and creating connections to the “town center�.
WYNDHAM COMMUNITY MASTER PLAN HENRICO COUNTY, VA
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Set in western Henrico County, Wyndham is a multi-award winning golf and residential community. A complex neighborhood network was developed around the Curtis Strange signature golf course, The Dominion Club. The intent of the master plan was to take full advantage of golf course views and lots without compromising the integrity of the course and its sight lines. HG Design Studio assisted the developer with the community master plan and with the detailing of all the neighborhood amenities. Wyndham was the first of its kind in the area, combining superior recreational facilities, and different home types within one community. The firm was also involved in the properties rezoning, preparing zoning amendments and graphic renderings. An integral part of the community is The Dominion Club. The Dominion Club occupies an approximately 11-acre site at the center of the Wyndham development. The Clubhouse is situated topographically on the most prominent position overlooking the lake. Organized within the natural landscape, the complex is set up on a north-south axis anchoring the Clubhouse at the center with the lake, gazebo and amphitheater to the south, and the Swim and Tennis Court Complex to the north. The Wyndham community signage program is a comprehensive signage and neighborhood identification system using brick, cast stone and wrought iron. These materials give the golf course community a sense of casual elegance. The main entrance is composed of long curvilinear walls and naturalized landscaping, whereas the neighborhood entrances incorporate individual styling of brick piers and wrought iron detail.
FOUNDERS BRIDGE
CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, VA
Founders Bridge is an upscale residential community that straddles Chesterfield and Powhatan Counties. HG Design Studio assisted our clients with complete site design services for the community. We created designs for the site master plan, the recreation center site plan, the community pool and snack bar, the entrance design, subdivision layouts within the community, pedestrian pathways, all site amenities, and all neighborhood parks from schematic design concepts through construction documentation and management. At the community center, we designed a relaxation pool with ample space for lounge chairs adjacent to the lap pool, with a permanent shade structure between the two to provide all users a respite from the sun. In addition, we created plans for the tennis court complex and trails connecting it to the pool area. HG designed the entrance wall, a major design feature, with Shenandoah field stone and a cobblestone accent. Concerned that a large entrance feature would create an imposing wall, we designed a curvilinear layout with warm stone to soften the feel of the structure and evoke a viewer response, creating not only an entry wall but a piece of art for the Founders Bridge community.
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ST. JOHN’S OF HILLS QUARTER MASTER PLAN IRVINGTON, VA
St. John’s of Hills Quarter is a master planned community of over 200 acres located on Virginia’s pristine Eastern Shore. The community is a maintenance free development. It has been strategically planned to take advantage of spectacular views, rolling hills and a convenient location within the region. The development is planned to provide its residents with an integrated pedestrian and vehicular access system, shopping within walking distance, recreational amenities and immediate access to breathtaking views of the King Carter Golf Course. HG Design Studio worked closely with the developer to design a high end community that would meet the needs of homeowners that want an all year round get away as well as a second home at this popular location. Overall master planning, specific area site planning as well as golf course routing were tasks that HG successfully completed for the developer. In addition, the firm wrote design guidelines for Hills Quarter that outlined development standards for the neighborhoods as well the commercial areas.
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CAPITOL SQUARE LANDSCAPE MASTER PLAN RICHMOND, VA
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HG Design Studio was commissioned to revise the Master Plan for the Capitol Grounds which feature the Capitol building, a National Historic Landmark designed by Thomas Jefferson. Capitol Square serves a significant dual role as the historic seat of state government as well as being an urban oasis in downtown Richmond. The project team had to balance several competing interests in the master plan from historic preservationists, to sustainability activists, to state legislators. We established guidelines for daily, weekly and ongoing maintenance; future landscape and hardscape installations; and addressing safety concerns and citizen complaints. We created recommendations for access, circulation and parking; hardscape materials; site elements; vegetation and topography, all within the context of preserving the prominent features of this important and historic site. We also gave consideration to future maintenance with a focus on less labor-intensive practices.
ST. FRANCIS MEDICAL CENTER BON SECOURS HEALTH SYSTEM
St. Francis Medical Center is a 45-acre medical campus that comprises a 130-bed acute care hospital, an attached six-story medical office building and two freestanding medical office buildings. In lieu of a sea of asphalt as the first thing greeting hospital guests, the team at HG Design Studio created a site plan that features a tree-lined boulevard with pedestrian-scale lighting, and a series of smaller parking lots on either side, making the walk from the car the first in a series of soothing, calming measures designed to welcome guests. At the entry, a large central fountain and vine-covered pergolas soften the face of the hospital building. At the back of the hospital a sunken chapel garden is one of the signature features of the hospital. Nestled between the retaining wall for the parking lot 16 feet above, and the hospital building, this long, narrow, potentially-challenging space presented HG with an opportunity to create something spectacular. Long pergolas line either side of the garden, and a cast stone gazebo at one end not only creates a lovely focal point, but completes the garden which has become a popular site for weddings. We designed a reflecting pool and granite runnel water feature to add the soothing sights and sounds of running water, and our plant palette of mixed evergreens, deciduous shrubs and herbaceous perennials provides year-round interest. Both the front entry and the chapel garden contributed to the Medical Center being named America’s Most Beautiful Hospital by Soliant Health in 2011. In making this distinction, organizers cited the landscaping that “welcomes patients and visitors to relax and regenerate.�
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GOVERNMENT CENTER MASTER PLAN CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, VA
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HG Design Studio has had a working relationship with Chesterfield County since the 1980s. The firm, along with a qualified team of design consultants, completed the original master plan for the 600-acre County government center that included improvements to the infrastructure and provide for an orderly framework for future growth. Much of this master plan was implemented over the years. In 2001, HG, as part of a design team, was again retained to revisit and update the master plan. New issues were on the table for review. The development of today’s Government Center needed to address the organization of buildings for a more pedestrian oriented campus, additional greenspace for employees and community events was needed as well as an analysis of how the internet and access to the County has affected visitation to the complex. Challenge – To conceptualize a plan of development that would accommodate today’s needs as well as future growth. Solution – Our team worked closely with the staff to devise a plan that would meet their needs. We met with the master plan committee as well as various department heads to understand their present and future needs. The team also spent extensive time on the campus, reviewing possible building locations, site access, and surrounding land uses. Challenge – To determine the actual number of parking spaces required to accommodate projected building square footage and to locate these spaces within close proximity to the buildings. Solution – In consultation with the project engineer, we determined the existing parking spaces, number required to accommodate projected building square footage and where the most advantageous locations would be. We also suggested locations for parking decks if the need should arise. Based on the parking analysis, we determined that the County required far fewer parking spaces then originally needed. The key would be to locate these spaces favorable to the buildings to minimize the commute from the lot to the building.
VIRGINIA EXECUTIVE MANSION MASTER PLAN RICHMOND, VA
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The Executive Mansion renovation addressed issues dealing with both the house and the landscape. Design efforts were concentrated to the north terrace, the walkways, a new sculpture garden and the fountain renovations. The carriage house courtyard was designed with intricate and durable pavers to accommodate parking as well as spillover for large events. Design issues and modifications were made after much committee input and detailed historical research. In addition, site security was taken into consideration during the design process. Additional lighting was put in place where necessary and vegetation was reviewed so that dark spots were avoided. Challenge - Working with numerous stakeholder groups and committees. Solution - Regular meetings with decision makers and interested parties. Meetings were geared toward moving the project forward. Challenge - Ambitious scheduling Solution - Detailed construction documentation as well as regular site visits. H&G project managers were also available for emergency meetings and special projects.
WINDMILL POINT MARINA & RESORT MASTER PLAN LANCASTER, VA
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HG Design Studio worked with the developer to master plan this site, one of the most spectacular places on the Virginia side of the Chesapeake Bay. The resort, which orginally opened in 1961, was in dire need of a second look. HG provided the developers with ideas for a large inn and conference center with banquet accommondations, condominium properties, a restaurant and an upgraded marina facility.
OYSTER POINT
NEWPORT NEWS, VA
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HG Design Studio were contracted to reevaluate the 650 acre business park that was initially developed in the 1960’s. The park was suffering from a lack of investment and interest by commercial developers that resulted in an uneven balance of industrial development. The redesign created a central park space dominated by a grand water feature. The plan called for the space to be surrounded by mixed-use mid to high rise office, hotel and retail space. The park is a venue for social gatherings and outdoor events, performs as a traffic calming device and as stormwater retention for the surrounding development. It has become a successful urban park that continues to attract developers of office, hotel, restaurant and retail space, and more recently has become home to luxury condominiums, apartments and townhomes.
CROSSRIDGE MASTER PLAN HENRICO COUNTY, VA
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WILLOW PLACE SHOPPING CENTER HENRICO COUNTY, VA
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