Blending Connectivity with Community Character

In a residential section of Gloucester Township, expanding telecommunications infrastructure required a solution that could meet technical demands without disrupting the surrounding neighborhood. At the Glendora Fire Company, our team designed a telecommunications installation that avoids the visual impact of a traditional tower by integrating the system into a functioning clock tower.

The structure, composed of steel and fiber reinforced polymer (FRP), allows radio frequency signals to pass through without interference while maintaining the appearance of an architectural extension of the existing fire station. The result is a solution that satisfies carrier requirements while preserving the character of the community.

Designing for Performance and Perception

FRP materials played a critical role in the design, providing the necessary structural performance without compromising signal transmission. By housing antennas within the clock tower, the project delivers essential connectivity in a way that feels intentional and context-sensitive rather than intrusive.

This approach allowed the Township, carrier, and property owner to align on a solution that balances infrastructure needs with community expectations.

Coordinated Services from Design Through Construction

Our team provided a full range of services, including site survey, site planning, exterior insulation and finish system design, and coordination and review of the structural system. Additional efforts included soils sampling and analysis, concrete foundation inspection, natural gas coordination, underground utility mark-out, construction stakeout, special inspections, and expert testimony.

Through careful coordination and attention to both technical and community considerations, the project demonstrates how infrastructure can be thoughtfully integrated into the built environment.