NTMA Awards:
Federal Reserve Bank, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Honor Award
Architect: Federal Reserve Bank, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Terrazzo Contractor: Roman Mosaic and Tile Co., West Chester, Pennsylvania
A large multi-story renovation project included the installation of 441,000 sq. ft. of 3/8” epoxy terrazzo flooring to brighten up a previously dark interior. Formally a 12” x 12” Terra vitra glazed tile floor, a three color band and block layout now covers the elevator lobbies and main corridors from the lower level to the eighth floor. In addition, several floors contained utility trenches that were custom fitted with precast terrazzo covers. Each 12” wide cover had to be set precisely flush with the surrounding terrazzo floor. Custom precast covered base with a top bevel was also used. All work was accomplished during off hours, to prevent disruption of the
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