Project & Construction Management
Program, Project & Construction Management Insights from Hughes Marino
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A Look Inside Four Projects Our Team Has in the Works
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We believe a business’ commercial real estate provides the foundation on which it will build its future success. That’s why we make it our priority to clearly understand the expectations of each client, and hold ourselves accountable for delivering on that vision.
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There are several different options for fire suppression systems within critical areas of your business.
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Depending on fixture selections and overall level of finish desired, an open structure ceiling is going to add $3.50-6.00 per square foot to your tenant improvement costs over typical acoustical ceiling grid and tile with 2 x 4 fluorescent lighting.
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More and more of our clients are taking existing space and ending up with fewer and fewer TI allowance dollars to pay for improvements. The lower TI allowances are being driven by the rising rental rates and our client’s desire to keep their lease rate as low as possible. Unfortunately, this may lead to some serious issues down the road…
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A look at an electronics lab in greater depth to identify the elements that can cause a swing in budget costs. The main considerations involve mechanical, electrical and plumbing requirements, in addition to finish considerations. The factors that impact the program of your lab space can be identified through programming sessions with your architect and consultants. It is our job…
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Building permits are a requirement of the City Development Services Department and are an important component in making sure your project is designed and constructed based on current ADA and building codes. Without a building permit and an approved set of plans, you are opening yourself up to several risks, both from a liability standpoint and a life safety standpoint.…
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Even if we can’t agree on the root causes of environmental change, we all seem to have agreed that going green is a good thing. From more fuel efficient vehicles and extensive recycling to the development of green algae that snack on greenhouse gases, environmental awareness is everywhere, even in the construction industry.
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You receive a proposal from a landlord to lease office space and the offer includes “turnkey tenant improvements.” It seems like a simple idea – the landlord builds your space to be move-in ready, and you are able to move in without worrying about the cost of the project. The trouble is that the cost is buried in your lease…
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If a function of your business requires the need for an emergency back-up generator, it will have a large impact on your next real estate transaction. There are considerations during building selection as well as the design, construction and maintenance of your new space, and it is important to have a qualified project manager assess your emergency power needs early…
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Exposed concrete flooring is a modern, trendy look that is gaining in popularity among our clients. When done properly, exposed and polished aggregate is a clean finish that adds distinctive character to a workspace. The use of exposed concrete flooring, and therefore the absence of carpeting or tile, also contributes to LEED certification. However, exposing and treating the subsurface of…
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When evaluating buildings for potential lease or purchase you will come across two major “green building” certifications, the Environmental Protection Agency’s Energy Star Certification system and the United States Green Building Council’s Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design, or LEED, green building certification system. They are two very different, yet complimentary programs.