Educational Demonstration Space

With MVN’s expertise in system integration, this 5,000 SF educational demonstration space was equipped with solutions tailored to support both instructional activities and public engagement. The design emphasized efficiency, compliance, and adaptability, ensuring reliable performance while creating a comfortable and acoustically optimized environment for presentations and demonstrations.

Mechanical Design

The facility was served through rooftop units, providing efficient heating and cooling across classrooms, demonstration areas, and gathering spaces. Special consideration was given to acoustics, with mechanical routing and equipment selection coordinated to minimize noise and maintain clear sound quality during presentations.

Electrical Design

Electrical infrastructure was upgraded to support modern educational technology. Power distribution was designed to serve large display systems, while new lighting enhanced visibility and flexibility for varied instructional settings. Receptacles were strategically placed to support teaching equipment, staff technology, and public use, creating a durable backbone adaptable to future needs.

Plumbing Design

Plumbing systems were modernized with new restroom installations, designed for accessibility, durability, and compliance with building codes. Routing was coordinated to ensure efficient water distribution and waste removal, supporting both staff and visitor requirements

Mechanical Design HVAC & Ventilation Systems

The mechanical systems were tailored to the building’s mixed‑use operations. Key design elements include:

First‑floor kitchen exhaust terminated with a wall‑mounted blast fan, supported by a makeup air unit located outside the building.
First‑floor retail space served by a fan coil unit paired with a gas‑fired furnace.
Second‑floor retail tenant similarly equipped with a dedicated fan coil and furnace system.
Each dwelling unit on upper levels provided with its own fan coil unit for independent comfort control.
Condensing units strategically located at grade level outside the building for efficient operation and service accessibility.

Electrical Design Power, Lighting & Safety Systems

Electrical systems were designed to meet the varied needs of restaurant, retail, and residential spaces. Key highlights:

Existing services leveraged with new panels provided as required to support tenant improvements.
Kitchen areas on the first level equipped with GFI outlets for safety compliance.
Retail and dwelling units fitted with outlets in full compliance with code.
Lighting design incorporated aesthetic round fixtures, coordinated with the architect’s reflected ceiling plan (RCP).
Lighting ensures both functionality and visual appeal across all restaurant, retail, and residential spaces.

Plumbing Design Water, Drainage & Gas Systems

The plumbing design presented unique challenges due to the absence of an external grease interceptor:

A below‑floor grease interceptor engineered to serve the basement restaurant space — meeting all regulatory and operational requirements.
Each floor equipped with a gas‑fired water heater to provide reliable hot water service across residential and retail tenants.
System designed for efficiency, compliance, and long‑term durability throughout the building’s mixed occupancies.

Project Details

Total Area Per Site

5,000 sq. ft

Location

North Hollywood, California, USA

Duration

2.0 Weeks

Software

Revit. Energy Pro, Visual

Scope of Work

Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing

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