Dante, VA: Conceptual Redevelopment Plan for the Former Steam Building and Contura Properties

The design provides an overarching vision for the former steam building and Contura properties that connects to surrounding community assets such as the historic African American church. It creates a space that welcomes creators, innovators, and educators, while still creating a space welcoming to all in the community. The site master plan also enhances parking opportunities, creates an outdoor design for the “The Plant: Collaboration Center for Innovation”, restructures the space in front of the Dante Coal Mining and Railroad Museum, and creates a new trailhead along Lower Bearwallow Road.