HAJOCA – 5880 Adams Blvd
Project Overview
MEP engineering for 5880 Adams Bldg
MEP engineering for HAJOCA – 5880 Adams Blvd focused on transforming an existing single-story warehouse into a multi-level, mixed office and warehouse environment with improved functionality and long-term flexibility. This MEP engineering for Hajoca Adams Blvd warehouse renovation Los Angeles required careful integration of new systems within an existing structure while supporting expansion, mezzanine additions, and outdoor program elements.
The project introduces two levels of office space, mezzanines, a roof deck, and exterior landscaped areas, all within the constraints of an adaptive reuse framework. For architects and developers, this type of renovation presents coordination challenges—especially in aligning new mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems with existing conditions while maintaining constructability and permit clarity. Our role as MEP consultant was to deliver coordinated, permit-ready MEP design that minimizes RFIs and supports a predictable construction process.
Project Scope
The MEP engineering scope included full HVAC design, electrical design, and plumbing design tailored to the phased redevelopment of the existing structure. Early-stage MEP coordination with the architectural and civil teams ensured that system routing, equipment placement, and vertical distribution aligned with structural constraints and future tenant usability.
Mechanical electrical plumbing engineering focused on designing new HVAC systems with clear zoning strategies to support both open office and mezzanine configurations. Air distribution stub-outs were coordinated to allow flexibility for future tenant improvements, while exhaust systems for restrooms and ventilation requirements were integrated with minimal structural impact. State mechanical energy compliance, including envelope modeling, was incorporated to meet California energy standards and streamline approvals.
Electrical design included detailed load calculations, service upgrades, and full system distribution planning. Lighting systems were designed with code-compliant controls and photometric analysis to ensure performance across interior and exterior spaces. Power distribution was coordinated with mechanical and plumbing equipment, while provisions for photovoltaic systems and EV charging infrastructure were integrated in collaboration with the architect and equipment suppliers. Voltage drop, short circuit analysis, and single-line diagrams supported a fully documented, permit-ready electrical system.
Plumbing design addressed fixture load calculations, domestic water systems, and sanitary and vent piping for the expanded building layout. Storm drainage and low-impact development (LID) coordination with civil engineering ensured proper site integration. Natural gas systems and riser diagrams were designed to align with equipment requirements and connection points, supporting both current use and future adaptability. Across all disciplines, MEP coordination emphasized constructability, reducing conflicts during installation and improving schedule reliability.
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Why Architects Choose Us
Architects value our approach to architect-engineer collaboration, where MEP coordination is integrated early into the design process rather than deferred to later stages. For adaptive reuse and renovation projects like this, we focus on aligning systems with architectural intent while resolving constraints proactively—reducing RFIs and avoiding field conflicts.
Our team prioritizes responsiveness, clear documentation, and permit-ready MEP design. By coordinating closely with structural and civil disciplines, we help maintain design momentum, support efficient permitting, and ensure that construction teams can execute with confidence.
Project Types We Support
We support warehouse renovations, adaptive reuse projects, commercial office developments, and mixed-use building transformations that require coordinated MEP engineering and flexible system integration.
Call-to-Action
If you’re planning a renovation or adaptive reuse project, engage our team early to ensure coordinated, permit-ready MEP engineering that supports your design vision and construction timeline.
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