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It’s beach time! Unfortunately, the Penfield Pavilion in Fairfield, Connecticut is closed for the season after suffering substantial damage to its foundation during Hurricane Sandy. As a result, 89 private events at the pavilion had to be cancelled. Sadly, the $3.3 million dollar building just opened in 2011.

Just two miles down the road, the dining and beach pavilions we built for a private client that opened in 2010 stand undamaged after weathering Hurricane Sandy in 2012 and Tropical Storm Irene in 2011.

This shows the importance of hiring a quality architect, engineers and contractor.

Due to the sandy soil conditions, the pavilion we built was constructed on more than 150 wood piles, some of which were driven down as far as 50 feet. The piles support concrete grade beams that are elevated to allow for rising sea waters during severe storms.

The project team included:

• Architect: James G. Rogers Architects
• Structural Engineer: Hallama & Pelliccione
• Civil Engineer: Dymar, Inc.
• Geotechnical Engineer: Heller and Johnsen