Delta Kappa Epsilon

As we approach the 70th Anniversary of the founding of Delta Kappa Sigma/Delta Kappa Epsilon at Virginia Tech, the condition of our fraternity house on Roanoke Street has become a critical issue to the future of the organization. We must repair and improve the house to extend its life by at least another 30 years.

Planning the renovations: how we got here

We began a lengthy permitting process in June 2006, working with Reynolds Architects of Blacksburg. After several encounters with the Town of Blacksburg’s Board of Zoning Appeals, our plans as shown on this page were approved on March 3, 2007. Construction by Atmosphere Builders began in the summer, and by March 2008 the first phase of renovations was completed and approved.

The first phase of interior renovations allows the fraternity to return house occupancy to historic levels while making it a safer place to live. These improvements make the fraternity more attractive to future young men needed to return the fraternity to a strong, sustainable existence.

The second phase of renovations will improve living conditions, security and functionality of the house to meet current demands of use.

Architectural plan overview

The completed first phase of interior renovations represented the following improvements:

• New permanent stair access to attic built between the two east bedrooms, reconfiguring the closets and southeastern bedroom to make room
• Complete second level bathroom makeover and reconfiguration
• Removal of veranda/paddle room wall
• Construction of attic level full bathroom
• Attic level renovations including restoration of three rooms and an open sitting area
• Central heating and air conditioning system for second and attic levels
• Sprinkler/fire suppression system covering the entire house

The second phase of renovations will do the following:

• Remodel deteriorating and decrepit kitchen, installing commercial grade equipment and building materials to withstand heavy use
• Remodel first floor restroom facilities, expanding capacity and installing industrial grade fixtures for heavy use (includes reconfiguration of existing shower room/lavatory/trough room/hallway)
• Replace exterior basement entrance/areaway, eliminating major drainage/flooding problems, improving security and complying with modern safety codes

Architectural plans for the second phase will be available shortly.

Long-term plans

Our “wish list” for future interior and exterior improvement includes the following, subject to your financial support:

• Replacement of remaining windows and French doors
• Basement improvements (windows, floor drains, etc.)
• Garage roof and structural repairs
• Conversion of first floor bedroom into common area

To support these efforts, please consider a generous gift to your fraternity.