AvidXchange Phase 2
August 01, 2019
AvidXchange Phase 2 is just beginning! We are excited for the next chapter and look forward to working with AvidXchange, Red Rock Developments, and LS3P to continue the vision. For more information click here to read the Charlotte Business Journal article. Rendering courtesy of LS3P.
Welcome Dan Barefoot to the Team!
July 09, 2019
Dan is an enthusiastic, thrill-seeking Landscape Architect and Team USA Athlete. The same passion that he brings to work stays with him as he trains for the 2022 Winter Olympic Games. As a new member of the Bloc Design team, we are excited to welcome his energy and expertise gained around the country and the world.
Please congratulate Dan by connecting with him on LinkedIn or via email at dbarefoot@bloc-nc.com.
Emery Village Apartments
June 20, 2019
Bloc Design provided master planning and civil engineering services for the proposed 132 unit multi-family development. The 8 acre parcel located in Concord, NC also includes a 3,500 sq ft clubhouse and pool building. The site required large scale storm water management, coordination with Duke Energy, in addition to extension and improvements to Emery Avenue.
Meck County Government Green Roof Plaza
June 05, 2019
The renovations are now complete at the green roof plaza located in front of the Mecklenburg District Attorney Building along 4th Street. The project consisted of a renovation to an existing green roof plaza which previously was a large uninviting space consisting of turf grass and concrete.
Teamed with Terracon, Bloc Design successfully designed a plaza space that accommodates new seating areas, ornamental trees in raised planters, plaza pavers, and a colorful mix of sedums, grasses, shrubs, and perennials, in addition to a comprehensive lighting package.
Panther's Practice Facility is Under Construction
May 20, 2019
Bloc Design was selected as the civil engineer and landscape architect of record for the proposed indoor practice facility for the Carolina Panthers. Our firm provided the construction documents for the project.
Click below to read the Charlotte Business Journal article.
Luke Hanna Joins Bloc Design
May 14, 2019
Luke Hanna is a recent graduate of Mississippi State University's Landscape Architecture program. Luke gained great experience in multiple interships, and won multiple student design awards from the MS ASLA chapter. His keen eye for strong creative design, planning, and technical skills, combined with his passion for place-making and impact in the field of landscape architecture makes him a perfect fit for our team.
Please congratulate Luke by connecting with him on LinkedIn or via email at lhanna@bloc-nc.com.
Levine Cancer Institute Expansion Now Seeing Patients
May 06, 2019
Construction is finally complete for the new $125M 7-story 260,000 sf Levine Cancer Institute facility expansion. Located adjacent to the Atrium Main Campus in Charlotte, the project is situated at the corner of Kenilworth Avenue and East Morehead Street. The new building will provide more space for oncology practices, outpatient infusion therapies and specialty pharmacy services. In addition, the new facility will have two decorative vegetated green roof areas adjacent to the patient treatment areas for viewing during treatment. Bloc Design provided civil engineering and landscape architecture services for the project.
For more information read the Charlotte Business Journal article below.
Tuckaseegee Dream Fields Under Construction
April 22, 2019
The Tuckaseegee Dream Fields and Education Center recently broke ground to begin construction of three new fields at the site, formerly named Optimist Park in West Charlotte. The new facility will provide an environment to reach young kids in the community for various programs, coaching camps, and events. The fields will also be used for Queens College home baseball and softball games.
Piedmont Community Charter High School Campus
April 15, 2019
Located in Gastonia, North Carolina, the new facility will serve as the high school campus branch. PCCS focuses on college preparation, academics, character, and community. The new high school will hold 600 students. Our firm provided master planning using SITEOPS, schematic design, design development, construction drawings, and construction administration. Construction is estimated to be completed in 2020.
The Courtyards at Poplar Tent Under Construction
April 10, 2019
Located in Concord, North Carolina, this new age-targeted community is currently under construction and will feature 87 single family homes. Bloc Design provided master planning, rezoning, civil engineering, and landscape architecture services for the project.
Austin Village Senior Living Community
April 08, 2019
Bloc Design provided master planning and civil engineering services for the proposed 98,000 sf senior living facility and 7 independent living duplex cottages on a 9 acre site located in Stallings, NC. Site consisted of challenging topography and stormwater management, as well as required road improvements.
Bloc Welcomes Nic Vesely to the Team
January 15, 2019
Nic Vesley joined our team as a professional civil engineer. Nic brings over four years of experience in his field, and has worked on numerous and diverse projects with a specialty in large, multi-parcel developments, often with public roadway corridor components for multi-discipline firms in Charlotte, NC. From project concept through final closeout, his thoughtful approach to engineering and dedication all play a vital role to insuring the delivery of a successful project outcome.
Nic is a graduate of the University at Buffalo, SUNY.
Please congratulate Nic by connecting with him on LinkedIn or via email at nvesely@bloc-nc.com.