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Grandstand at Colonial Downs Racetrack in New Kent County, Virginia, viewed from the trackside area.

Colonial Downs: Performance Starts Below the Surface

Opened in 1997, Colonial Downs became Virginia's first modern horse racing facility. Learn how geotechnical engineering, foundation design, construction materials testing, and track surface engineering helped bring the project to life...
Zannino Engineering logo featuring the Richmond skyline above the company name and the tagline "Build On Our Foundation."

Richmond Ice Box Opens in Chesterfield

A New Home for Ice Sports in Central Virginia The newly opened Richmond Ice Box is bringing expanded opportunities for hockey, figure skating, and community recreation to Central Virginia. Located in Chesterfield...

From the Ground Up: Water Quality Monitoring

Water quality monitoring helps protect streams, rivers, and groundwater during construction. Learn how sampling and testing support environmental compliance while allowing projects to move forward responsibly...
Reinforced soil retaining wall supporting a commercial development and stabilizing a steep slope.

From the Ground Up: Retaining Walls

Retaining walls do more than hold back soil. They create usable space, stabilize slopes, reduce erosion, and protect nearby property and infrastructure. When designed for site-specific conditions, retaining walls provide long-term stability...
Illustration of an EIFS wall system showing layered moisture protection and insulation behind a building exterior.

From the Ground Up: Exterior Insulation Finish Systems

Exterior Insulation Finish Systems (EIFS) help protect buildings from moisture and improve energy efficiency. Learn how inspections verify proper installation before the system is concealed...
Workers performing fireproofing-related construction work within a shored excavation during infrastructure construction.

From the Ground Up: Fireproofing Inspections

Fireproofing inspections verify that applied fire-resistant materials meet project requirements for thickness, density, bond strength, and performance before construction continues...
Front exterior view of Hanover Tavern in Hanover County, Virginia.

Hanover Tavern: Supporting History Below the Surface

Hanover Tavern has served travelers and the Hanover County community for centuries. Learn how Zannino Engineering supported renovation efforts through subsurface investigations, dewatering systems, and structural shoring beneath this historic landmark...