14,000 sf of recording studios, a film scoring lab and other music technology space on 2 levels below grade
Fitness area, recreation space, 4,000 sf of ground floor retail
Preconstruction
18-month preconstruction process with focus on foundations, facade system, environmental conditions and logistics
Performed multiple breakouts, alternate and options all tracked separately by work type (music tech, soils, food service, security, tel-data, etc…)
Conceptual Design included analyses for facade and deep foundation systems as well as a massing study
Team analyzed cost, schedule, logistics and environmental impact of multiple deep foundation systems before settling on internally braced steel sheets; this saved $2.5 million over original slurry wall design
Team traveled to Europe with client and architect to view building skin options
Highlights
Dense urban site, extremely limited laydown area
Abatement and demolition of existing one-story building on site
Reinforced concrete mat foundation system with hold down piles
High-end finishes will include wood wall panels, perforated metal ceilings, walls and flooring in a variety of carpets, terrazzo and porcelain tile
Aggressive 24-month demolition and construction schedule
