Renovations & Build-Out

Based on Warner Construction’s extensive cost analysis, the exterior section of each building was redesigned with exterior split face CMU bearing walls and structural steel lintels in conjunction with the pre-engineered structure to accommodate curtain-wall, storefront, overhead doors, and additional support for future office mezzanines. The mechanical, electrical and plumbing services were further designed and roughed-in to have capacity for future tenants for a total of 23 office / warehouse bays. In addition to assisting in the design and cost analysis of the flex-warehouse facilities, Warner Construction was instrumental in the coordination of all required building permits. Protect Glass was constructed as design-assist to meet the clients needs for a warehouse area to fabricate glazing systems The 8,637SF warehouse included gas fired infrared tube heaters and an electrical distribution system to produce art glass and glazing systems. The office area included a 3000SF mezzanine for future office expansion, a two-story lobby framed by a monument stair and glass rails, exposed painted joists and deck, and a stained concrete floor to provide a modern industrial appearance throughout.

This renovation and interior build-out was a joint project by Proffitt and Associates Architects and Warner Construction. Warner and Proffitt provided a condition assessment, problem analysis, and preconstruction services for PNC Bank. The project included new domestic water and electrical service upgrades, new fire alarm, new security system, and new AHU. Finishes included stained wood wainscot and trim, refinishing of existing hardwood floors, etched interior glazing, custom cabinetry and granite tops. The 2-month project was awarded 1st place in the ABC Excellence in Construction—Interior renovation and restoration (Under $1 Million)

Light Truck Service Center located in Frederick, Maryland began as a vacant flex-warehouse space and an 8 ½ x 11 sheet of graph paper. Through the Design Build process and Team approach, it evolved into a successful project for all involved. 3,000 SF of the space was developed into an office area consisting of a service / reception area, conference rooms, parts department, and executive offices. The projects finishes followed a “racing theme” utilizing bright red accent colors within the flooring, millwork, doors & frames, and the partitions. The red accent was carried throughout the office finishes and into the parts department and service bays. To allow customer interaction with the service bay area, a storefront system was salvaged from another project and installed directly behind the service counter to provide a direct view of operations. Great care was placed on coordinating the location of high lifts, high bay lighting, mid-point lighting, compressed air systems, exhaust systems, infrared tube heaters, and cable trays for each of the 10 service bays.

The renovation was performed to the historic Masonic Temple located in downtown Frederick, Maryland which was originally built in 1901. The construction effort consisted of a total removal of the original mechanical and electrical systems along with the demolition of interior walls and flooring on levels one and two not original to the structure. Naturally, due to the age of the structure, inspections were performed on the building to determine what abatement measures needed to be addressed and the overall structural soundness of the building. As anticipated, some abatement was necessary, and remediation work to the existing exterior fire escapes was performed. The complexity of the project grew when the mechanical system was specifically designed to be unobtrusive. Due to the design and loads of the new mechanical systems, two steel trusses spanning the width of the building were added on the first floor to help support a second-floor mechanical mezzanine. Furthermore, additional steel members were added in the basement to supplement the existing nominal size wood floor joists.

The attractiveness of the design of this flex-warehouse facility was that it was designed and built with consideration for future tenants requiring a combination of office and warehouse build-outs. The office portion of the project equaling 11,597 square feet was constructed of structural stud bearing walls, tube steel columns and lintels and structural steel joists. The exterior included brick veneer, split face CMU, EIFS and an EPDM roof system. Punched windows and storefront were designed to accommodate four future office suites. The mechanical, electrical and plumbing services were planned and roughed-in to accommodate these separate suites. The warehouse portion of the project equaling 16,800 square feet was designed and constructed utilizing a pre-engineered metal building. This section incorporated structural steel framing, a 6-inch-thick concrete slab-on grade floor and insulated metal roof and wall panels. The warehouse interior included framing and foundations for a future overhead crane, a wet sprinkler system for fire protection, mechanical exhaust systems, electrical services to accommodate warehouse equipment and the complete build-out of warehouse support offices, baths and break-rooms. Additionally, state of the art high-efficiency boilers were used to provide radiant heating throughout the warehouse floors.

The project was constructed as design-build and was required to meet both the specifications of Homeland Security and Ft. Detrick’s Directorate of Installation Services and maintain a set budget which incorporated SCIF areas, LAN rooms, and computer access floors

Givens Collision was a pre-engineered steel structure with a light gauge framed mezzanine. The facade includes split faced CMU, pre-finished metal panels, and an aluminum store front. Site work included grading, bay filter treatment, storm retention, asphalt parking and site concrete. The foundation included spread footers and interior depressed concrete slabs to facilitate the installation of car lifts. The interior finishes of the building included rated drywall partitions, interior glazed windows, custom millwork and cabinetry. Natural gas package units and associated duct work, exhaust and ventilation for the auto service and specialty paint booths were also installed. New 800-amp electric service and distribution, high-bay lighting as well as 2×4 lighting was installed throughout.

This project included the complete construction of a new office space for Advantage Realty. Construction included the modification of the base building fire sprinkler and mechanical systems, a new electric service, approximately thirty-three individual perimeter and interior offices, open spaces for systems furniture, a conference room with an operable partition and an employee kitchenette. Millwork was provided for the various common workspaces and clerical areas. The office space was carpeted throughout with VCT being used in the kitchenette.