Proj Overview

Project Overview

As part of a vibrant mixed-use complex, the Belmont Parking Structure adds to the area's dynamic amenities, which include a hotel, office building, retail spaces, a bustling train station with mainline and express service, a racetrack, and an impressive 18,000-seat arena. 

Featuring six levels and space for 1,450 vehicles, the parking structure stands out with a striking facade of thin-brick spandrels, artfully designed to echo the character of nearby landmarks and harmonize with the arena's architecture. 

Additional project features include stair and elevator towers with curtain walls that enhance the parking structure's facade. Steel canopies accent the towers, rooftop, and ground-level entrances, while a dedicated ramping system on the second level provides convenient VIP parking access. 

The structure is designed with forward-thinking elements, including provisions for a future rooftop photovoltaic array and robust support for two impressive 20.0-kip, 18' x 16' lanterns that crown the stair and elevator towers, creating a striking architectural statement. 

Precast Solution

With the adjacent arena already in progress and a firm opening date set, the Belmont Parking Structure project had no room for delays. The design team faced a tight timeline and a crucial challenge: to swiftly construct a parking structure ready in time for scheduled events. 

Precast concrete was chosen for its many advantages, particularly its speed of construction- essential for meeting the aggressive project timeline. Ground was broken shortly after Dailey Precast, LLC was awarded the project, and within months, precast concrete erection was underway, enabled by a streamlined design assist and production schedule. The final parking structure, featuring architectural precast elements inspired by the adjacent arena, was impressively completed in just 95 days. 

An additional project challenge was aligning the garage design with the already-completed arena, calling for custom brickwork to ensure a seamless aesthetic. The team collaboratively developed cost-effective solutions, including structural precast, which added essential load-bearing capacity and detailed architectural touches to the parking garage. Custom, green-glazed brick enhances the primary elevations, while secondary elevations were painted to match, creating significant cost savings without compromising visual appeal. 

Column splices were cleverly disguised with architectural details, featuring a cornice at the bottom that transitions to red brick above. Eye-catching lantern structures, strategically placed at elevator cores, were adapted multiple times to meet strict project deadlines. Faux towers were added to further enhance the visual cohesion with the nearby retail village. 

The garage's design balances function and style, using precast concrete to maintain open views for security while enhancing aesthetics with creative cantilevering. The insulated, load-bearing precast panels in the elevator towers improve thermal performance and reduce energy use. Additional sustainability features include low-energy lighting with daylight and occupancy sensors, helping to minimize electricity use. 

Precast concrete, with its rapid construction, impressive thermal performance, sustainability, and long-term savings on maintenance costs, made it the logical choice for this project. Furthermore, its architectural versatility and structural resilience ensures that the design not only meets functional needs but also enhances the overall aesthetic appeal for visitors. 

 

Project Team

Owner:

Value Retail | New York, NY 

PCI-Certified Precast Concrete Producer:

Dailey Precast, LLC | Shaftsbury, VT

PCI-Certified Precast Concrete Erector:

Precast Services, Inc. | Twinsburg, OH

Architect:

KSS Architects | Princeton, NJ 

Engineer of Record: 

Walker Consultants | New York, NY 

Precast Specialty Engineer:

Innovative Engineering Services 

General Contractor:

Aurora Contractors, Inc. | Ronkonkoma, NY 

Photo Credit:

Ryan Griffin-Stegnik/Walker Consultants 

Key Project Attributes

  • Design Assist
  • Speed of Construction - Completed in 95 days
  • Long-Lifecycle
  • Resiliency 
  • Sustainability 

Project/Precast Scope

  • 975 Precast Concrete Elements, including:
  • 60 Columns
  • 548 Double Tees
  • 18 Slabs
  • 48 Inverted Tee Beams
  • 1 L-Beam
  • 78 Lite Walls
  • 6 R-Beams
  • 110 Spandrels
  • 20 Stairs
  • 42 Shear Walls
  • 44 Wall Panels