Built in 1925, the Woodward Tiernan Building is a historically significant structure in St. Louis that required careful systems planning to support a contemporary mixed-use program. The renovation converted the existing 235,000 SF building into a development including parking, retail and office space, and 144 loft-style apartment units, primarily one and two-bedroom configurations. Bringing a building of this age and scale into compliance with current systems requirements while accommodating the varied demands of residential and commercial tenants called for thorough upfront engineering coordination.

G&W provided MEPFP Engineering Design-Build criteria consulting services for the project, including site electrical power coordination with the utility provider to establish voltage selection, load estimates, and premise number submittal. Work also included preparing system scope descriptions, outline specifications, and design-build performance criteria, as well as schematic bridging documents for use by MEP contractors. A photometric plan for site lighting was prepared and submitted for site development approval. The team provided construction administration support through drawing and shop drawing review and jobsite observations.