Project Overview
Project Name: Macy’s Countryside Furniture (Renovation)
Location: 26256 US Hwy 19 N, Clearwater, FL 33761
Project Type: Retail / Furniture Showroom Renovation
InnoDez Engineering Services:
- Mechanical & Electrical (ME) Engineering
- Fire Fighting / Fire Protection System Design
- Existing Conditions Site Investigation & Documentation
Project Summary
InnoDez Engineering provided Mechanical, Electrical, and Fire Fighting system design for the renovation of Macy’s Countryside Furniture showroom in Clearwater, Florida.
This project required detailed coordination and field verification due to limited existing architectural drawings. InnoDez conducted an early site visit to document existing conditions and worked closely with the architect in parallel design coordination to deliver a fully functional, code-compliant engineering solution.
Project Challenges
Renovation projects often involve unknown conditions, and this project presented several challenges:
- ❗ Incomplete and limited architectural background drawings
- ❗ Need to verify existing MEP equipment and infrastructure on-site
- ❗ Active coordination required while architectural plans were still evolving
- ❗ Tight coordination to avoid design conflicts during renovation
Solution & Engineering Approach
Site Investigation & Existing Conditions
InnoDez began the project with a comprehensive on-site investigation, documenting:
- Existing mechanical and electrical equipment
- Power distribution and load availability
- Fire protection system layout and coverage
- System conditions impacting renovation scope
This early field verification allowed the team to design accurately despite limited documentation.
Mechanical & Electrical Engineering Scope
Mechanical
- Assessment and integration of existing HVAC systems
- Modifications and upgrades to support new showroom layout
- Ventilation and comfort design appropriate for large retail spaces
- Coordination with existing equipment to minimize unnecessary replacement
Electrical
- Power distribution updates for retail lighting and equipment
- Lighting coordination for showroom and display areas
- Electrical modifications aligned with renovation scope
- Life-safety and code-compliant electrical systems
Fire Fighting System Design
InnoDez provided fire fighting system design tailored to the renovated retail layout, including:
- Review of existing fire protection systems
- Fire protection modifications to reflect updated floor layout
- System coordination to meet applicable Florida Building Code and NFPA standards
- Permit-ready fire protection documentation
Architectural Coordination
A key success factor was real-time coordination with the architect. Engineering design progressed in parallel with architectural development, allowing both disciplines to align layouts, minimize revisions, and maintain project momentum despite incomplete initial drawings.
Project Highlights
- ✅ Successful renovation engineering without complete architectural background
- ✅ Site visit–driven design based on verified existing conditions
- ✅ Simultaneous coordination with architectural design team
- ✅ Cost-conscious reuse of existing systems where feasible
- ✅ Permit-ready ME & Fire Fighting documentation
Why InnoDez for Retail Renovation Projects
InnoDez Engineering specializes in retail and commercial renovation projects, where existing conditions, active facilities, and limited documentation are common challenges.
Our proven approach includes:
- Early site investigation
- Practical retrofit solutions
- Close consultant coordination
- Code-compliant, constructible designs
✅ Planning a retail renovation or tenant improvement project?
InnoDez delivers MEP and fire protection engineering designed to adapt, coordinate, and perform.
