The 600-ft. long, 8-ft. high rock barrier fence is indeed robust—it can withstand 500 kilojoules of force— with posts solid grouted 20 ft. deep and large cabling systems connected to the RMC ICAT fencing system.
More Than Meets the Eye
Village Station at Eaglewood defined by top-shelf amenities and complex site requirements, including a stout perimeter rock fall barrier system. By Brad Fullmer
At first glance, Village Station at Eaglewood looks like any number of the dozens of multi-family projects sprouting up along the Wasatch Front—a stylish, two-building (181 units), four-story complex in North Salt Lake replete with a plethora of fun, modern amenities.
What people won't notice at a cursory glance or know about the site itself—nestled right up against the mountainside—is that it required an extra level of ingenuity from a geotechnical standpoint, including "scaling" the hill of any loose boulders, rocks or other debris deemed to be dangerous, according to Tonya Timothy, Project Manager for Salt Lake-based Penatalon Construction.
Pentalon partnered with GeoStabilization International of Commerce City, Colorado, for rock scaling and the installation of a stout rock fall barrier system. Any rocks deemed a potential fall hazard by geotechnical engineers were removed, with cables and airbags aiding the process. The 600-ft. long, 8-ft. high rock barrier fence is indeed robust—it can withstand 500 kilojoules of force—with posts solid grouted 20 ft. deep and large cabling systems connected to the RMC ICAT fencing system. A 16-ft. by 300-ft. soil nail and shotcrete wall was also installed, comprised of multiple rows of grout-injected soil nail hollow bars embedded at various lengths (15-30 ft.) with shotcrete facing and swale for additional drainage.
"That was impressive," said Timothy of the entire scaling process and fencing system. "If you just look at it, you have no idea how much work was involved—people just can't appreciate it!"
Engineers also required Pentalon to surcharge building pads and place monitoring plates six months prior to any construction to detect any settlement.
Construction began in March 2021, with building one completed last November and building two coming online in February. North Salt Lake-based JZW Architects designed the buildings, with Midvale-based Lisman Studio responsible for interior design, which really pops in the many public/common areas and reflects the high-end nature of overall finishes. Exterior elements include cultured stone, King brick, EIFS, metal fascia, soffits and gutters, and CMU. All units include tankless on-demand water heaters and fan coil units, which increases energy efficiency/lowers tenant costs.
"It's very visible (on the east side) as you're coming into North Salt Lake," said Travis Nicholes, Project Manager for JZW. "We tried to make it unique with it located up against the hill. We played with the buildings to fit the site in a very pleasing and functional way."
Public spaces have ample open space with most having interior and exterior storefront elements. The mix of natural light and artistic lighting creates a luxurious, yet comfortable feel, with warm colors and carefully selected accessories adding visual interest.
"The biggest thing for me was, (interior spaces) needed to feel inviting and memorable, a place where people feel welcome," said Belle Kurudzija, Principal Interior Designer at Lisman Studio, adding that she likes to buck current design trends when possible and come up with fresh, unique designs. "My goal was to have a soothing, 70s color palette, something different from what you're seeing in the industry now. We're [...] going back to the 70s. I follow trends and try and do opposite of what the trends are."
Building one (125,400 SF) is highlighted by a dynamic open lobby with a custom fireplace wall and tile hearth that runs 20 ft. floor-to-ceiling, accentuated with a recessed, lighted art inset.
The clubroom offers a little bit of everything: a kitchen with slick tile backsplash and custom shelving; a pool table with tile inset floor coverings; a cozy fireplace seating area. The pool deck offers a spacious 50 x 30 ft. swimming pool with oversize spa and waterfall features; it also has an outdoor fireplace and kitchen with state-of-the-art grilling stations. Tenants have access to spacious storage rooms which include bicycle repair stations and workbenches and a dog wash station.
Building two (84,600 SF) includes an impressive fitness room with mirrored walls and storefront for an open, airy feeling, plus a movie theater room with custom cabinetry and built-in banquet seating, a conference room, and a game room with shuffleboard, foosball, and two gaming consoles.
Other amenities include 36 single-car detached garages, quick access to a hiking/biking trailhead, two dog parks and large outdoor turf areas. 10 of the 181 units are designated for vacation rental.
Timothy said this project is a great example of how amenities on multi-family projects continue to evolve into bigger and better offerings. "All (multi-family) projects have nice amenities, but this project is way beyond anything I've worked on," she said.
Village Station at Eaglewood
Location: North Salt Lake
Start/Completion: March 2021/February 2023
Design Team
Architect: JZW Architects
Interior Design: Lisman Studios
Civil Engineer: Reeve & Associates
Electrical Engineer: Spectrum Engineers
Mechanical Engineer: Spectrum Engineers
Structural Engineer: BHB Engineers
Geotech/Rock Fall Engineers: AGEC; CMT Engineering
Construction Team
General Contractor: Pentalon Construction
Concrete: Axiom Constructors; Pikus Concrete
Framing: Pinnacle Construction
Plumbing: Sharp Water Solutions
HVAC: Comfort Construction Service
Electrical: Western Alliance
Masonry/EIFS/Stone: Unique Custom Exteriors
Drywall: K&K Drywall
Painting: Paint-Tec
Millwork: Artisan Millwork; Client’s Design, Inc.
Flooring: Wasatch Front Floor Coverings, Inc.
Roofing: D-7 Roofing
Storefront Glass: USI All-Purpose Windows & Doors
Waterproofing: Rocky Mt. Waterproofing
Steel Fabrication and Erection: Jack’s Ornamental Iron
Excavation: Crescent Excavation
Landscaping: Sinc Constructors
Geotech: GeoStabilization Int'l
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