| "All work was of very high standards, in strict compliance with construction documents, on or ahead of schedule, and typically with some cost savings to the Authority...." —Jim Mihalik, Construction Director, Roanoke Redevelopment and Housing Authority |
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Projects: Sustainable Design and Construction
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The demand for sustainable building is growing at a rapid pace, and will certainly continue to increase into the future. These practices will allow people to inhabit our cities and towns with a smaller impact on our environment. Breakell is taking the lead, with a number of completed and current construction projects that incorporate leading-edge sustainable technologies.
Environmentally intelligent buildings may have some features such as: Strictly monitored building sites with stormwater management and erosion control, high efficiency heating and cooling units, mechanical ventilation systems, daylighting and energy efficient lighting, low flow plumbing fixtures, low VOC (Volatile Organic Compounds) paints and adhesives and materials with high recycled content.
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VDOT Salem Traffic Management Center
 The new Salem Traffic Management Center serves as an around-the-clock-communication hub for a 29-county region in southwest Virginia. The center operates more than 70 information devices, such as message boards, cameras and Highway Advisory Radio transmitters. The new, 17,000-square-foot facility has two stories, with the first floor extended into the hillside, allowing the second floor to exit at ground level. The operational center occupies the first floor with offices housed on the second floor. Environmental features highlighted in the project include a high efficiency heating and air condtioning ventilation system, low flow plumbing fixtures, a white Bondcote roof, daylighting, exterior light pollution reduction strategies, bike racks, rain gardens and segmental retaining walls. This project is a premiere example of sustainable design and green building strategies. Showcasing a myriad of principles and products that are intended to minimize the building's environmental footprint, the Salem Traffic Management Center is a wonderful demonstration of the beauty and efficiency of a well designed and constructed green building.
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State and City Building
 One of Roanoke's flagship projects, the State and City Building is one of the first residential condo conversions in the downtown district, pioneering the redevelopment of this vibrant area. Recently awarded LEED Certification, this 107-year old, former office building is the first LEED certified building in the Roanoke and New River Valleys and the second historic renovation project in the state to be LEED certified.
The exterior of the first floor of 102 West Campbell Ave. was restored to its original appearance by the removal of the existing synthetic stucco and the installation of pre-cast stone masonry. New entrances were installed for both the retail and residential entryways. The copper cornice on the First Street and Campbell Ave. sides was cleaned and repaired where damaged previously.
The interior renovations to Frank L. Moose Jewelers included modifications due to the exterior changes and an upgrade to the fire sprinkler system. The remaining seven floors were completely renovated with six of those floors being converted into condominiums with each floor a single residential unit totaling approximately 3,700 square feet. The second floor was divided into office condominiums. |
Miller’s Hill
 The Miller's Hill project is a collaboration between the Roanoke Redevelopment and Housing Authority, Breakell Inc. and Hill Studio to revitalize 17 homes in the 400 block of Day Ave. The goal is to preserve the historic character of the homes while transforming each one back into a single-family dwelling. Sustainable features include: minimal lot size, site located near community amenities, redevelopment of existing homes, utilization of existing infrastructure, proper site erosion control, construction waste separated and recycled, Energy Star certification, original windows salvaged and caulked, storm windows added, metal roofs, low-flow plumbing fixtures, high effieciency water heater (electric) with hot water reclamation system; continuous hot water available.
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