Design & Construction Highlights

Architectural Layout

• Eight Mercantile Suites: Units C01–C08, averaging 965 sq. ft. each, designed for flexible retail or professional occupancy.
• Private Restrooms: Each suite includes a dedicated ADA-compliant restroom and rear service corridor.
• Storefront Design: Floor-to-ceiling glazing and aluminum framing maximize natural light and visibility.
• Tenant Flexibility: Common demising wall system allows units to be combined or subdivided based on leasing needs.
• Entry & Circulation: Wide front sidewalks and direct parking access enhance the customer experience.

Structural & Foundation Design

• Foundation: Reinforced concrete slab-on-grade with continuous footings and #5 rebar at perimeter beams.
• Walls: CMU load-bearing walls with horizontal and vertical reinforcement designed per 2023 Florida Building Code (FBC) and ASCE 7-16.
• Roof System: Light-gauge trusses with parapet framing designed to support HVAC units and resist 150 mph wind loads.
• Open Framing: Steel columns and beams support wide storefront openings for unobstructed retail façades.
• Lintel Coordination: Designed for simplified infill options to expedite future build-outs.

Mechanical, Electrical & Plumbing (MEP)

• Mechanical: Individual split HVAC systems allow each tenant independent temperature control and energy efficiency.
• Electrical: Dedicated service meters and distribution panels for each suite, wired to NEC 2023 standards.
• Plumbing: Wet walls centralized for cost-effective routing of water supply and sanitary lines.
• Roof Drainage: Downspouts and tie-in points coordinated with civil stormwater plan for efficient runoff control.

Civil Coordination

• Coordinated grading and parking layout with master site civil drawings.
• ADA-compliant ramps, walkways, and entry slopes for full accessibility.
• Integrated landscape and irrigation zones for low maintenance and visual consistency.

Exterior & Façade Design

• Aesthetic: Contemporary architectural styling with clean lines and layered textures.
• Materials:
  • White stone veneer base for natural durability and visual grounding.
  • Horizontal wood-grain composite panels for warmth and contrast.
  • Bronze metal canopy elements for shading and architectural rhythm.
• Signage: Designated tenant signage areas above each storefront for unified visual identity.
• Lighting: LED soffit and wall-mounted fixtures enhance security and nighttime presentation.
• Landscaping: Palm-lined frontage with native shrubs and trees to align with the Florida coastal aesthetic.

Visualization & Presentation

CAD Design Systems produced a complete 3D rendering and walkthrough visualization for developer presentations and city approvals.
Renderings and animations showcased:

• Street-level perspectives illustrating storefront rhythm and pedestrian interaction.
• Aerial views highlighting parking, landscaping, and overall layout.
• Lighting studies that simulate daytime and nighttime ambience.
• Color and material previews for developer selection and marketing brochures.

These visual assets were instrumental in leasing outreach and permitting presentations.

Deliverables

• Architectural Floor Plan & Elevations
• Structural and Foundation Plans
• Mechanical, Electrical & Plumbing Coordination Drawings
• Material and Façade Elevations
• 3D Renderings and Walkthrough Package
• Marketing Brochure for Developer Leasing

Permit-Ready Construction Drawing Set