Warehouse and Office

Drawing on MVN’s expertise in integrated system design, this 177,000 SF warehouse paired with a 17,000 SF, two-story office building was delivered with mechanical and electrical infrastructure tailored to its dual functions. The office component was designed to provide a comfortable, efficient environment for administrative and managerial staff, while the warehouse systems were engineered to support large-scale operations with reliable ventilation, conditioning, and power distribution.

Mechanical Design

The mechanical systems were engineered to balance the distinct needs of office and warehouse functions. The office area was conditioned through rooftop units, providing efficient cooling and heating tailored to a two-story layout. Warehouse ventilation was optimized to maintain healthy indoor air quality, with provisions for balanced airflow and compliance with code requirements. Energy compliance was verified using advanced modeling tools to align with efficiency standards and reduce operating costs

Electrical Design

The electrical design was optimized to provide reliable distribution across both office and warehouse areas. New lighting systems were implemented with photometric support for normal and emergency conditions, and code-compliant controls ensured energy efficiency with flexible operation. Outlets and circuits were installed to support office technologies, warehouse equipment, and HVAC systems, creating a resilient backbone for future tenant needs.

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

190,000 sq. ft​

Location

Torrance, California, USA​

Duration

3.0 Weeks​

Software

Revit. Energy Pro, Visual​

Scope of Work

Mechanical, Electrical

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