Bell & Spina, a preeminent leader in building envelope architechture, has been selected for the Award of Merit by Engineering News-Record (ENR) for its historic preservation efforts on the state of New York's Capitol Building in Albany, NY.
As the lead Designer, Bell & Spina led a team in replacing the historic pavilion’s original copper roof— including flat seam and standing seams, wall cladding, downspouts, intricate ornate rosettes, egg and dart trim and ornamental scroll work integrated into wall panels and windows.
As noted by ENR, "The damaged existing membrane did not protect critical electrical and mechanical systems from water leaks. The team replaced the existing roof membrane with a paver roof system that restored the roof to the original architect’s vision. The waterproofing system over the courtyard consists of a lightweight insulating concrete base layer and monolithic liquid-resin applied Paraflex. The new outdoor space dressed in Malden blue stone and granite pavers meets the original design intent and the current design team’s updated vision."
In partnership with the NYS Office of General Services (OGS) and lead contractors, this $2.6-million project finished in 21 months both at budget and on time. Extensive technical details and installer qualifications for the complex copper architecture includes intricate details more than a century old that required careful study of the original work to recreate it as closely as possible.
For more information, ENR's announcement can be read here.
