Multidisciplinary teamwork drives higher remodel results for
retailers, restaurants and C-stores, say panelists in webinar by
HFA Architecture + Engineering.
BENTONVILLE, Ark., April 18,
2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Veterans of large- and
small-format retail, restaurant and C-store remodel programs
offered a raft of best practices in an April
11 webinar by HFA Architecture + Engineering.
"Constructive Conversations: (Re)Mastering Your Remodel Program"
featured Bo Ebbrecht (AIA, NCARB,
RIBA), Brent
Tweedy, Kelly King
and Steven Baker (AIA, NCARB).
The HFA professionals boast years of experience in building
architecture, engineering and construction (AEC) teams from the
ground up to support clients large and small.
"Sometimes building the right team is understanding the size,"
noted Ebbrecht, a Vice President who leads an HFA team focused on
retail projects. "Understanding expectations will dictate what size
team we need so you can better determine the timeframe we are
looking at. How quickly can we ramp up and bring in the right staff
to meet those expectations? Early collaboration with the client is
key, and building the right team is key. And not just architects
and engineers, but maybe other entities as well."
The discussion centered on three key sections of the retail
experience: delving into the prototyping process, navigating the
challenges of a multi-site remodel program, and how AEC
professionals can use design and collaboration to better handle
acquisitions and takeovers.
Panelists relied on their experiences with national and regional
retailers on complex remodel programs involving anywhere from five
to 500 stores. The topics covered included:
- Strategies for prototyping and ensuring brand consistency
through adaptable designs and flexible planning.
- Best practices for navigating multisite remodels.
- How to leverage integrated design teams for seamless project
management and compliance.
- How to use design to enhance brand identity in existing
spaces.
The physical characteristics of each building and site, the
panelists noted, need to align with specific elements of the
remodel plan. Engaging the insights and knowledge of an AEC partner
early in the remodel process can help retailers, restaurants and
C-stores avoid buyer's remorse.
"What are you willing to sacrifice?" Baker asked. "I think it is
how we determine a client partner's must-haves. Is there something
that you can do now to get the doors open and get revenue—something
small can be postponed or phased in later at a project stage? So we
must work with our clients and ensure we can take their ideas,
implement them, but also educate them when and if something
changes."
The full webinar is available here:
https://www.hfa-ae.com/blog/re-mastering-your-remodel-program
About HFA: HFA is a nationwide
architecture and engineering firm with offices in Bentonville, AR, Fort Worth, TX, Franklin, MA, and Mexico City. With over 30 years of experience,
HFA has become a trusted partner for a diverse range of clients,
providing comprehensive services that combine design innovation and
project delivery excellence. The studio's portfolio includes
commercial projects in retail, industrial, mixed-use/office,
restaurants, hospitality and entertainment spaces. To learn more
about HFA and their work, visit their website
at https://www.hfa-ae.com/
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