Right in the heart of Pompano Beach, a golden-tinged sparkle of Las Vegas glitter has quietly materialized over the last five years. Tall, fluted Greek columns reach two stories upward, connecting to ornate lintels that wrap around the top of the building. As evening twilight settles in, the Hammondville Road nightclub virtually glows with spotlights […]
It is an exciting experience to be one of the first customers to discover a trendy new restaurant with delicious food, a unique concept, and a great atmosphere is an exciting experience. However, it’s not exciting when the restaurant falls flat because of building design issues that could have been easily avoided with proper planning. […]
When it comes to the remodeling or construction of a restaurant, your choice of flooring should be a top consideration. No matter where in the restaurant your flooring is installed, conditions such as texture and durability should always be met. If they’re not, customers and employees could trip, slip, or fall, resulting in injury, lawsuits, […]
About the Florida Building Code Florida first implemented statewide building codes in the 1970s during a major construction boom. The building code as we know it today was established in the early 1990s after a comprehensive review of the state’s building code system. The review found widespread inconsistencies in how the building code was applied […]
The heavy, ornate door that serves as the main entrance to one of South Florida’s premiere fine dining establishments couldn’t be more unassuming as it blends in along Van Buren Street in Hollywood, Florida. Besides the door, the only other indicator that something truly special awaits inside is the building’s size—five majestic stories nestled comfortably […]
Renovating an Office or Restaurant? Be Prepared for Three Rough Inspections When making renovations to a commercial space, you will encounter a variety of codes and regulations that can differ considerably depending on where the building is located. Before starting any work, be sure to thoroughly research the local requirements to know exactly what is […]
“Stale” is not a good word for restaurants in any sense of the word. Whether it’s the fondue craze of the 70s or the advent of the salad bar in the 1980s—restaurant owners are always upgrading their spaces to accommodate for trends, and they should consider design and décor just as much as the menu. […]
How to Keep Construction Disputes from Taking Over Your Construction Project In a perfect world, construction disputes would never happen. Everyone would agree, work would always stay within budget, and every project would be completed on time. Of course, we don’t live in a perfect world, which is why contracts are necessary and mediators have […]
In any commercial construction project, several procedures must be completed prior to issuing a certificate of occupancy. In order to conduct a final building inspection, owners, architects, contractors, and other project officials must be on the same page regarding finishes, service systems, and implementing equipment. Below is a list of procedures that must be completed […]
For the first time in years, Americans are spending more money on eating out than on groceries for food at home. This shift in spending has made an enormous impact on the U.S. design and construction industry. Now more than ever, business owners have focused on their restaurant’s design and its overall impact on their […]