Riverwalk Landing
Yorktown, Virginia
Square Footage
21,000+
Building Type
Mixed Use
Project Type
New Construction
Team
Architect-led Team
Services Provided
Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing Design, Construction Administration, Commissioning
Overview
The Riverwalk Landing project involved the redevelopment of Yorktown’s waterfront into a pedestrian-oriented, mixed-use destination designed to reflect the area’s historic character while supporting modern retail, dining, and public gathering spaces. The development included multiple buildings, plazas, performance areas, and waterfront piers, all connected through a cohesive site plan. Mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systems were designed to support both individual tenant spaces and site-wide infrastructure, with a focus on durability, energy efficiency, and seamless integration into a coastal and historically sensitive environment.
Challenges
- Designing MEP systems for a coastal waterfront environment exposed to humidity, salt air, and flooding risks.
- Coordinating utilities and infrastructure across multiple buildings, public spaces, and pedestrian-focused site elements.
- Integrating modern MEP systems within a historically sensitive setting while maintaining architectural character.
- Supporting site-wide electrical and lighting needs for public safety, events, and year-round waterfront activity.
- Addressing site resilience requirements, including coordination with shoreline stabilization and flood-prone conditions.
Goals
- Deliver durable, corrosion-resistant MEP systems capable of long-term performance in a coastal environment.
- Provide flexible utility infrastructure to support a variety of retail, restaurant, and public-use functions.
- Implement integrated lighting and electrical systems to enhance safety, visibility, and the overall visitor experience.
- Support a cohesive, pedestrian-friendly environment through coordinated site-wide infrastructure and system design.
- Ensure reliable plumbing and drainage systems to effectively manage stormwater and support heavy public use.
Project Team
- Owner: York County
- Architect: Rancorn Wildman Architects and Glave & Holmes (parking structure)
- Structural Engineer:
- Civil Engineer:
- Contractor: W.M. Jordan
Results
- Created a resilient and adaptable waterfront development supported by robust, site-wide MEP infrastructure.
- Enhanced the visitor experience through integrated lighting, utilities, and systems that support events and daily activity.
- Improved long-term durability and performance with systems designed for coastal conditions and high public use.
- Delivered flexible infrastructure capable of supporting evolving tenant needs and seasonal programming.
- Strengthened site resilience through coordination with shoreline protection and flood mitigation strategies.
