Disaster Restoration - Fire

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1 Disaster Restoration - Fire

2 customer s comments Fire Origin On February 4, 2013 a fire started on the cooking line and quickly jumped into the exhaust hood. It created a severe roof structural compromise and soot damage throughout. The fire and resulting degrees of damage affected multiple commercial tenants and completely shut down our restaurant. Connecting with the professional restoration company that we did proved to be a valuable move. The company was not only efficient, but also managed the project so we could prepare and plan for our grand re-opening, which included a name change and re-branding. During the restoration process we were fortunate enough to make significant improvements to both form and function. The contractor was very familiar with commercial facilities, along with restaurant design and diligently worked to restore items that were able to be saved and offered suggestions for finishes and items that could not be restored. The Estimator and Project Manager worked with our management team and the insurance carrier to rebuild the space, redesign the layout and bring the entire space to current health and building codes, which was a huge endeavor. Their staff was always knowledgeable, positive minded and offered options and solutions. Everything from the floor up was restored or rebuilt, and is now reflective of a chef s dream kitchen. -Owner

3 the damage Objectives: Remediate smoke odor and fire damage Improve kitchen flow and overall layout Modernize and add style Enhance snack counter

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5 improving function 2,800 sq. ft. Improved Space Layout Dishes Prep Space Office Kitchen Restrooms Restrooms Server Workstation Prep Space Office Kitchen Non-operational Restroom Server Workstation Prep Space Kitchen Dishes Redesigned Snack Counter Snack Counter Eliminated Vestibule Open Vestibule BEFORE AFTER

6 The front window, block and brick, were removed allowing a forklift to drive in and remove a 2 ton stainless steel hood fully intact for further investigation. The roof was compromised in the fire requiring extensive repairs. BEFORE

7 The exterior was painted, a new sign placed and the roof was repaired and shingled. AFTER

8 The fire spread through the hood exhaust and burned through the stainless steel compromising the ceiling structure. The fire department used thermal imaging to detect hot spots in the roof and created multiple penetrations to extinguish the fire.

9 This is a picture from on top of the building. A 14 x 24 ice shanty structure was erected to preserve the cause and origin scene during the extensive fire investigation. Furthermore, this out-of-box solution secured the compromised roof from winter elements.

10 Fire damage devastated the kitchen resulting from a faulty grill which quickly spread into the exhaust hood. The fire was considered a large loss and restoration and remodeling took 13 months, including a 3 month investigation haulting all construction. BEFORE

11 Many stainless steel surfaces in industrial spaces respond well to cleaning following a fire. In this restaurant, we were able to restore several pieces of commercial restaurant equipment the chef was particular to. The kitchen was completely remodeled and we were able to custom design to the owner/chef s specifications. AFTER

12 Heavy soot and smoke inundated the dining room. A rigorous regiment of chem sponging, thermal fogging and air scrubbing was used to eliminate any sign of the expansive fire damage. BEFORE

13 Before the fire, the last restaurant remodel was decades ago and hardly offered a trendy diner feel. The new finishes modernize and refresh the space to fit the owner s re-branding and updated menu. AFTER

14 A rigid horsehoe snack counter was narrow and had a warn finish. Storage was very limited and it was difficult for more than one server to work behind the counter at a time. BEFORE

15 The epicenter of the diner for regular patrons was re-shaped to a flowing oval that adds an element of design and function and softens the space. Beyond the snack counter, the organic theme of natural stone and wood elements offer interest through varying texture and color. AFTER

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17 The flooring resembles American Cherry planks, yet is a luxury vinyl floor cut in strips. This feature was selected by the owner for durability based upon the commercial rated finish. Playful contrast between the floor and slate accent wall is a nice use of color and is aesthetically pleasing. AFTER

18 The 3x12x26 fir ceiling joists were compromised by the fire and replaced. The fir was special ordered from Oregon to be true to the original specifications of the buidling, which was important to the owner. Infact, the joists are so custom that they were actually trees when the fire occurred. The gathering vestibule was removed (angle wall below) to increase the seating capacity for the newly designed snack counter (see earlier diagram.) BEFORE

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22 Special attention was paid to improve lighting throughout the kitchen, prep stations and dining room. Modern fixtures were selected and added above the booths and can lights were generously placed throughout. BEFORE

23 When restoration transitioned to design rebuild, attention to fine craftsmanship was exhibited. A prominent design feature of the dining room decor is the rough sawn shiplap cedar. It achieves the warm desired feel, while offering functional durability for years to come. AFTER

24 AFTER In the spirit of restoration over replacement, the pizza oven and dough mixer were restored from the fire through technical cleaning practices.

25 This perspective exemplifies many commercial code updates. In dealing with health code conformity, many challenges were overcome including: - Make up air systems with ambient ventilation air balancing - Flame retardant wall assembly - Ansul system design with integrated building fire safety devices AFTER

26 BEFORE Beyond code upgrades and the new, more convenient location for patrons, the restrooms received a refreshed look with modern finishes. The restrooms now compliment the newly remodeled dining room. AFTER