Potluc Restaurant

Introduction

The project, named Potluc Restaurant, was a renovation of an existing 1,000 sq ft office space. The aim of the project was to transform the space into a Bohemian-themed restaurant with low light levels, featuring a fully functional outdoor patio. The target market for the project was the restaurant industry, and the type of project was a renovation. The mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems were upgraded to meet the specific needs of a commercial kitchen and dining area. The project involved collaborating with an approved vendor to design the hood exhaust fan and make-up air system. Additionally, a new sanitary drainage and vent system, a new domestic hot water system, and a recirculation system were also designed. The project also included upgrading the electrical service to 600A, installing commercial kitchen electrical power, designing the layout of fire alarm devices, and installing emergency battery units, as well as a fire detection and alarm system.

1. The Mechanical Scope:

The mechanical scope of the project included the installation of new HVAC systems and ductwork distribution, working with an approved vendor to design the hood exhaust fan and make-up air system, and installing new toilet exhaust and general exhaust systems. The project also included new gas distribution and the utilization of local controls to ensure efficient and effective operation of the mechanical systems. The new HVAC systems were designed to provide optimal comfort and air quality for the restaurant’s customers and staff.

2. The Electrical Scope:

The electrical scope of the project included upgrading the electrical service to 600A, which is a necessary requirement for a commercial kitchen and dining area. The project also included installing commercial kitchen electrical power, designing the layout of fire alarm devices, and installing emergency battery units and a fire detection and alarm system to ensure the safety of the customers and staff. The electrical systems were designed to provide reliable and efficient power supply to the restaurant’s equipment and lighting.

3. The Plumbing Scope:

The plumbing scope of the project included designing a new sanitary drainage and vent system, engineering a new domestic hot water system and recirculation system, creating riser diagrams, and specifying plumbing fixtures. The project also included upgrading the water service to 1 1/2″-2″ to ensure adequate water supply for the restaurant’s operations. The plumbing systems were designed to meet the specific needs of a commercial kitchen and dining area, and to ensure the safety and health of the customers and staff.

Key Features

• Provided mechanical, electrical, and plumbing engineering services for permit and construction documents
• Renovated 1,000 sq ft office space into a restaurant
• Upgraded systems to meet the specific needs of a commercial kitchen and dining area
• Worked with an approved vendor to design the hood exhaust fan and make-up air system
• Designed a new sanitary drainage and vent system and a new domestic hot water system
• re-circulation system to ensure the efficient and effective operation of the plumbing systems

Roles

• Renovation of an existing office space.
• Create a new 1,000 sq ft restaurant.
• Upgrade of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.
• Meet the specific needs of a commercial kitchen and dining area.
• Incorporation of a Bohemian theme throughout the space.
• Low light levels design.
• Addition of a fully functional outdoor patio.

Summary

The project involved the renovation of an existing office space to create a new 1,000 sq ft restaurant space with a Bohemian theme throughout and low light levels. It included upgrades to the mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems to meet the specific needs of a commercial kitchen and dining area, with a fully functional outdoor patio. The project was a complete renovation of the space to create a unique and functional restaurant with a specific theme and ambiance. The project also involved working with an approved vendor to design the hood exhaust fan and make-up air system, as well as designing a new sanitary drainage and vent system and a new domestic hot water system and recirculation system.