Period
1938-1958
University of Virginia: Pavilion X
Location
Charlottesville, Virginia
Notables
National Historic Landmark
LEED Certified
HISTORICAL LEGACY
Pavilion X is one of the ten pavilions comprising the acclaimed “Academical Village,” which was the original University of Virginia campus designed by Thomas Jefferson. It is the only UNESCO World Heritage Site in the United States. MCWB has been restoring and rehabilitating buildings within the Jefferson-designed “Academical Village” for over three decades and is responsible for the complete restoration and rehabilitation of Pavilion X.
Thomas Jefferson
PROJECT OVERVIEW
MCWB Architects completed an Exterior Restoration Plan for Pavilion X and the two adjoining student rooms. The plan included a brief history of the building, an in-depth analysis of Jefferson’s calculations and built conditions, a survey, and recommendations for restoration.
RESEARCH & DOCUMENTATION
The research and reports uncovered that Pavilion X closely matched Jefferson’s final dimensions, making it possible to accurately reconstruct the missing parapet located on the roof. Original features, such as portions of the serrated roofs under later gabled roofs and parts of the Chinese rail along the portico, were also discovered to be intact.
MCWB then created a plan to restore key features of the pavilion such as the attic parapet, student room serrated roofs and Chinese rails, front columns, and doors.
CONSTRUCTION
The work on Pavilion X included:
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Introduction of all new building systems installed to minimize disturbance to original fabric, including new MEP, security and data systems
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Localized underpinning to allow for installation of sub-grade ductwork
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Reinstatement and repair of missing wood doors, architraves, baseboards, chimney pieces, cornices and other elements Plaster repair and replacement
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Reinstatement of roof parapet, column restoration, repair and stucco work
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Reinstatement of Jefferson period student room roofs and railings
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Repair of all wood windows and doors, introduction of some new windows where originals were missing
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Brick repair, stabilization and reconstruction in selected areas
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Reconstruction of exterior steps, stairs and other similar features
RESTORATION
Pavilion X was successfully restored to its original grandeur, preserving not only the legacy of the building but also strengthening the University of Virginia’s ability to inspire and educate future generations.
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