Summary

Size:

126,000 S.F.

Type:

Industrial

Budget:

$3,950,000

Description

It took little more than a year to complete this 126,000 square foot manufacturing facilty for Behr Industries - despite the fact that the owner was headquartered in Germany. Despite its long-distance coordination challenges, this Design/Build project demonstrates what can be accomplished in a "hands-across-the-water" approach to a significant business venture. In designing the plant for Behr Industries, a unique supplier of interior wood automotive items for luxury vehicles, the European preference for natural lighting in the work areas was carried through with the use of translucent panels that run the length of the building.

Design Features:
- Humidification system for wood veneer storage and processing
- Two sophisticated dust collection systems.
- Lacquer storage and mixing area, including a foam fire protection system.

Construction Features:
- Conventional steel frame, 24' eave height and 48' x 40' bays in the manufacturing areas.
- Exterior treatment includes face brick at office areas; painted concrete masonry block, translucent light panels and insulated metal panels at manufacturing areas.
- Parking lot for 200 vehicles
- Four truck loading docks

Size: Manufacturing 101,000 S.F.
General Office 7,600 S.F.
Employee Facilities 17,400 S.F.
Total: 126,000 S.F.