Highland Hall Senior Housing - Keller Engineers

Responsibilities

Survey
Site Planning, Design, and Layout
Site Grading
Utility Coordination
Landscape Plan
Lighting
Stormwater Management Calculations
Erosion and Sedimentation Control Plans
Land Development Permitting

Owner

Gatesburg Road Development, Blair County

Project Details

The project was a partial renovation and new construction addition to a significant historic property that had been vacant for 15 years. The original wings of the building had to be demolished, but the core with its cupola was saved and restored. The additions were designed to emulate the original wings of the building. The 4-story building was converted into 53 senior apartments with community rooms.

Project Challenges/Uniqueness:

The project site has its own zoning district.
Keller Engineers’ landscape architect and a retired arborist provided an evaluation of the trees and prepared a plan to remove bad trees and retain those that could be saved. A new tree, planted from seeds that went to the moon on a space mission, is now growing on the site.

Photos

We are very proud of our new office addition. Keller Engineers provided excellent guidance and support throughout our building project, which included key elements such as: structural recommendations, land development, environmental planning, and a beautiful rain garden. We knew we could trust the expertise of Adam Long, RLA and Brian Smith, PE in helping us create a practical and beautiful building and streetscape that enhances our neighborhood and the community. Dr. Alice Plummer Joyce, Altoona Dermatology Associates