Honor Engineer Co.

Sharing some photos from my recent trip to Las Vegas for the Trimble Inc. #dimensions2024 conference. What a cool experience! I especially loved the offsite exhibit, where I hung out with other #veteran surveyors, Mitchel Dascent, Nathan Wardle, and Corey Montgomery. Even if I didn't offer much technically, Honor Engineer Co. was well represented by two of our highly skilled survey technicians, Lee Leuschner and Nathan Kessler. Two outstanding young men who are contributing to the profession! Also, it was great to spend a little time and eat steak with Kenneth Fronheiser, PLS PDC and Fred K. from Keystone Precision Solutions. We appreciate you! #oldfashioned

With design nearly complete, we're thrilled to introduce a revitalized space in downtown Harrisburg that has long been a symbol of connection and community. Originally constructed in 1964, the Pennsylvania State Museum Plaza—now known as the Emergency Responder Plaza—was designed by Lawrie & Green, embodying the mid-century modern aesthetic that defined its era. Over the decades, this plaza has been more than a public space; it has been the roof over essential subterranean facilities, including an auditorium, collections storage, and parking. However, time has not been kind to the plaza's roof system. Years of water infiltration had left the space in dire need of restoration, threatening not only its structural integrity but also its role as a civic gathering spot. Our challenge was clear: how to preserve the historical significance of this space while reimagining its potential for contemporary use. The choice of stone pavers, arranged in patterns that recall the original installation removed in the 1990s, pays homage to the plaza's historical fabric while offering improved durability and ease of maintenance. Introducing new raised lawns reinforces the axial relationship between the Archives Tower and the Capitol Dome. These green spaces are not merely aesthetic but thoughtfully integrated to encourage gathering, transforming the plaza into a more inviting environment. Two new steel shade structures on the plaza's southern edge echo the modernist ethos of the original buildings while providing much-needed shade for visiting school groups and other users. A new ramp on the west side of the grand south stairs ensures the plaza is accessible to individuals with mobility challenges. The ramp is seamlessly integrated into the existing architecture, offering a dignified and unobtrusive solution to accessibility. The plaza's design also integrates advanced technology, including a sophisticated snowmelt system, which addresses the practical challenges of Pennsylvania's winters. This system and new lighting strategies enhance the space's functionality while ensuring it remains safe and inviting year-round. Many thanks to our trusted collaborators: Walter P Moore Barton Associates, Inc. Honor Engineer Co. K&W Engineers Gina M. Lewis Douty, Historic Preservation Consulting, LLC Krug Resources Group Becker & Frondorf #cda #chrisdawsonarchitect #historicpreservation #memorableplaces

Out here at #dimensions2024 in Las Vegas, hosted by Trimble Inc., learning about the latest #AEC technology and how to implement it at Honor Engineer Co. Also got to spend Veterans Day with Nathan Wardle and Mitchel Dascent. I served with them as surveyors in the US Army way back in the day! Nathan is a surveyor for the City of Henderson. Mitch is still serving as a Warrant Officer and is a survey instructor at United States Military Academy at West Point. I couldn't be prouder to have served with such fine gentlemen who are still serving the people after all of these years! I wrote a little about our service back a while ago. You can read it here: https://lnkd.in/eJWn86Gr