Retail (Automotive Show Room and Service)

MVN’s expertise in performance-driven design guided this 14,000 SF tenant improvement project for a retail space, encompassing display areas, office zones, and service functions. Mechanical and electrical systems were engineered to balance functionality, efficiency, and aesthetics, ensuring a comfortable and visually engaging environment for occupants and visitors. The design emphasized seamless integration with architectural intent while addressing specialized ventilation, exhaust, and lighting requirements.

Mechanical Design

Low-level exhaust system in service area for air quality & compliance

Tail pipe exhaust system for safe vehicle emission management

Special air terminals selected to enhance space aesthetics

Coordinated routing with architectural & structural elements for efficiency

Electrical Design

Decorative lighting integrated to highlight display areas

Lighting design balanced functionality with visual appeal

Enhanced ambiance to reinforce retail brand identity

Electrical layouts coordinated with mechanical & architectural systems

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.

Project Details

Total Area Per Site

14,000 sq. ft

Location

Pasadena, California, USA

Duration

2.0 Weeks

Software

CAD. Energy Pro

Scope of Work

Mechanical, Electrical

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