Office Tenant Improvement​

MVN’s expertise in system integration shaped this 95,000 SF IT office tenant improvement project, delivering mechanical and electrical systems that form the backbone of workplace comfort, efficiency, and resilience. The facility integrates reception, open office areas, conference rooms, gym, lounge, gaming lounge, and a screening room, creating a versatile environment that balances productivity with employee well-being. The result is a workplace that ensures reliability, acoustic control, and long-term sustainability while fostering collaboration and innovation.

Mechanical Design

Mechanical systems were tailored to diverse program needs, balancing comfort with efficiency. Existing duct mains were retained to minimize disruption, while new VAV units provided precise zone control across offices, conference rooms, and specialized spaces such as the gym, gaming lounge, and screening room. Perimeter zones were equipped with reheat coils, and acoustic treatments were incorporated in enclosed and high-activity areas to ensure privacy and noise control. Maintenance access and energy compliance were prioritized to support sustainability and reduce operating costs.

Electrical Design

Electrical infrastructure reused existing panels for efficient power distribution and introduced new lighting supported by photometric analysis for normal and emergency conditions. Code-compliant controls provided flexible operation across varied spaces, while outlets and circuits supported IT equipment, collaborative technologies, and specialized loads in the gym, gaming lounge, and screening room. Dedicated pathways were incorporated for network infrastructure, with provisions for UPS systems and redundant feeds to enhance resiliency and ensure the facility remains future-ready.

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 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.

Project Details

Total Area Per Site

95,000 sq. ft​

Location

Santa Monica, California, USA​

Duration

4.0 Weeks​

Software

Revit. Energy Pro, Visual​

Scope of Work

Mechanical, Electrical

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