- Type Renovation / Addition
- Services Architecture, Interiors
- Size 13,000 SF

The Challenge
Located in Middlesex County New Jersey, Dunellen Borough’s firehouse was constructed in 1962. In the fall of 2021, a fire severely damaged the firehouse’s apparatus bay, interior finishes, and electrical and mechanical systems, rendering it inhabitable. As the only fire emergency service in the borough, Alloy5 was tasked with assisting in the reconstruction process and providing the volunteer firefighters with a proper firehouse.



Our Approach
Alloy5 approached reconstruction as an opportunity for enhancements to the existing facility, both inside and outside of the fire station. ADA and code upgrades were necessary throughout the building, particularly in the restrooms. The entry sequence would be addressed to maximum lobby space. MEP upgrades were addressed to create a safe and healthy environment for volunteers and staff.

Design Solution
A west façade intervention will greet the public and let the citizens know that the Dunellen firehouse is restored and prepared to serve the community. The iconic cupola and fire engine crest will be restored to preserve the historic station while new brick, windows, and doors will highlight the investment into the facility. Neutral finishes with red accents will brand the fire station while allowing for minimal maintenance for volunteers.
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Oct 28
Booth-building and beyond! 🏗️ Watch the gang set up shop at the 2024 PASA-PSBA School Leadership Conference. From designing our awesome booth to recording the pilot of our new podcast, “Communication by Design,” live at the event - it was a whirlwind of creativity and connection. Our first time exhibiting, but definitely not our last! 🎙️🏫
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May 24
Schropp til you drop // Welcome to the Schropp Shoppe, a modern shopping experience designed to celebrate the original use of a historic building. Back in the 19th century, Moravians purchased their dry goods at the Schropp family`s store. Today`s visitors can buy many of the same items, like candles, housewares and kitchen accessories, at the same location •
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Feb 9
"You`re building our school??" // The gang got to participate in @basdfountainhill 2nd annual Career Day for third, fourth and fifth grade students. We talked architecture, checked out some models and answered lots of questions about their new school (opening summer 27 when these students will be in eighth grade). Thanks for having us, Tigers 💚🐅🏫 •
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Dec 21
It`s the season of giving and we`re celebrating with a Barbie basket giveaway. Why Barbie? This year, we added four members to the gang, and they`re all women. Swipe to see the talented architects and designers who bring a better balance to our office. In addition to the giveaway, we`re donating the value of the basket to JDRF, the leading global organization funding type 1 diabetes research. Want to win the basket? Like this post, make sure you`re following @alloy_5 and tag someone who balances you in the comments below. Winner will be randomly selected and must pick up locally. Happy Holidays from the 5gang 💚 •
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Dec 1
It’s Christmas time in the city 🎄We’ve got two trees at the office and a very special guest joining us for @bethlehemchamber @visithistoricbethlehem Live Advent Calendar at @historicbethlehem Goundie House 5:30 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 3. Hope to see you there 💚
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