Big Meadows Lodge
Commonwealth
Architects provided complete architectural services for the rehabilitation of
historic Big Meadows Lodge, located in Shenandoah National Park. Constructed
in 1938, the lodge required both exterior and interior renovations, including
new accommodations for ADA accessibility.
Exterior
renovations included much needed repairs to the deteriorated concrete piers
and beams supporting the West Terrace, as well as the terrace slab to prevent
further damage caused by water leaks; redesign of the existing gutter system
which included the addition of copper gutters, downspouts and downspout extensions
to properly divert water away from the building; replacement of the Hendrick’s
concrete tile roof, subroof, and flashing; restoration of the balcony and main
entrance; repair and replacement of exterior carpentry including doors, windows,
casings, and siding; and new exterior period sconce lighting.
| Interior work at the lodge included the complete renovation of six guest rooms located on the Lower Terrace level of the lodge. ADA improvements to the lodge included the addition of a hydraulic elevator, remodeling the Conference Room with ramped access, and exterior grading to provide unobstructed access to several guest rooms. |
