Project Info:
Popular, Inc., a financial services conglomerate that has operated as “Banco Popular” in Puerto Rico for over 125 years and as “Popular Bank” in the mainland United States for over 52 years , contracted Magnum Opus Architecture to manage their Retail Branch development plans for the Northeast sector. Baxter Avenue was an existing branch that required a re-fresh in accordance with the Client’s newly developed prototype design. The client also wished to have a more pronounced entrance that would be in view of the neighboring elevated subway line. MOA proposed a 2-story lobby addition to the existing structure, a new façade treatment as well as interior alterations. The branch was an operating branch that could not be closed down during construction, so a phased construction plan was created by MOA to achieve this task.
Project Scope:
- Building envelope inspections, probes and assessment
- ADA compliance and analysis
- Design Development
- Furniture Selection and Specification
- Audio Visual Coordination
- Architectural , Engineering & Structural Construction Documents
- Permit Filing
- Bidding
- Construction Administration
Project Team:
Architect: Magnum Opus Architecture
Engineering: JMV Engineering
Technology & Experience: The Element Group
Furniture Consultant: Benhar Office Interiors
Project Size: 5,120 SF (3,960 SF on ground floor and 1,160 SF on the mezzanine)
