From high-rise urban office environments to creative boutique spaces, SKA’s commercial and retail portfolio includes over 4,000 projects across the southeast and United States. Careful consideration of efficient operating systems, sustainable strategies, air quality, energy use, building durability, and structural stability are imperative for successful commercial and retail design. Whether designing the latest office high-rise, mid-rise corporate office park, boutique think tank space, retail environments, or performing repair and renovation drawings, SKA engineers have the unique experience to create optimal spaces for the end user that meets the clients’ goals.
The Steel House renovation and addition project will redevelop the old Carolina Steel facility and turn the space into an advanced manufacturing incubator space for the Greensboro community. The project scope will include three different phases, with a total...
The Hotel Roanoke was built in 1882 by the Norfolk and Western Railroad in Roanoke, Virginia. It’s original 34 rooms grew to 384 rooms by 1989 when it was donated to the Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University. In 1995, a major renovation added a...
Severe wind, cold, snow and ice and the multi-story building profile required the use of the latest construction techniques to meet the harsh weather conditions for this landmark facility situated at the peak of historic Grandfather Mountain. The extreme wind...
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...
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...
SKA conducted an engineering investigation of waterproofing and paver system replacement at this 50,000 sf elevated plaza and slab on-grade sections. The plaza area abutted high rise buildings and sidewalks along major downtown streets. SKA prepared remedial design...