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PROJECT INFORMATION AND
DISCUSSION
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The
process begins with the client providing the following
information using our checklist form.
· Proposed opening dates
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· Estimated
budget for build-out, equipment and fixtures |
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· Lease status |
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· Square
footage, interior dimensions and ceiling height of
space |
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· Electrical
voltage, phase and total amperage of the electrical
panel |
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· Existing
restroom(s), dimensions |
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· Existing exits
or entrances |
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· Main entrance
door location for customers |
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· Restroom
requirements discussed/approved by city |
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· Fire exit
requirements discussed/approved by city |
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· Parking
requirements discussed/approved by city |
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· Zoning
requirements discussed/approved by city |
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· Americans with
Disabilities Act (ADA) requirements discussed with
city |
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Architect/Engineer stamped drawings required for
building permit discussed with city |
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· Proposed menu
offerings – food and beverage selections, menu items
to be prepared on site |
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· Existing /
customer-supplied equipment items – manufacturer and
model |
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· General
concept features – fire place, conference area,
internet, drive thru, roaster, casual seating |
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· Specific
retail needs – whole bean, books, home brewing
equipment, music, etc. |
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· Local health
department contact – phone and fax number |
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· Local building
department contact – phone and fax number |
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· General
contractor – phone and fax number |
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· Architect –
phone and fax number |
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· Leasing agent
– phone and fax number |
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EXISTING WALL DIMENSION PLAN
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The
Existing Wall Plan dimensions the walls, door, windows,
restrooms and any existing columns.
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· Layout of
existing wall plan to scale using dimensions
provided by the customer |
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· Dimension the
doors, windows, columns, and restrooms within the
space |
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· Note the
ceiling height throughout the space |
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· Show the
construction types of existing walls |
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· Confirm and
revise any discrepancies or changes as needed |
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FLOOR PLAN AND REVISIONS
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The
Floor Plan is designed to specifically match your concept,
menu and unique space.
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· Design the
preliminary floor plan based on your unique project
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· Design the
space for the kitchen areas, service counters and
seating configurations |
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· Layout to
emphasize employee efficiency and logical customer
traffic flow |
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· Review the
floor plan to verify equipment is selected according
to your menu and budget |
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· Discuss the
purpose, features, benefits and options for each
piece of equipment |
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· Continue to
review and revise the floor plan until a final plan
is determined |
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HEALTH DEPARTMENT CODE REVIEW
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Your local health
department will be contacted to review the floor plan, menu,
and equipment specifications for code compliance.
· Make initial contact with the
health department to get local rules and regulations
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· Determine the
plan review application process, fees and lead times
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· Discuss menu,
food preparation issues, equipment standards and
plumbing codes |
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· Discuss the
water heater, ventilation, grease trap. restroom and
NSF issues |
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· Review the
required floor, wall, ceiling and cabinetry finishes |
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· Revise floor
plan as needed based on health department input
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Note: Plan review fees and plan
submittal are responsibilities of the client |
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NEW WALL DIMENSION PLAN
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The
New Wall Dimension Plan will include dimensions for new
walls, and a summary of general floor, wall and ceiling
finishes.
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· Dimension any
new walls that need to be built and note the ceiling
height |
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· Create a table
showing the general finishes for the floors, base
material, walls, and ceiling |
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· Include
general finishes for kitchen, service areas,
restrooms and seating areas |
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· Dimension
where floor surface transitions occur |
The
Floor Penetration Plan shows in “RED” where drains and
utilities will penetrate the floor in relationship to the
equipment.
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· Floor
penetrations include floor drains, floor sinks,
electrical conduit, and water lines |
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· Place
penetrations strategically to avoid interference
with foodservice equipment |
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· Consolidate
floor drains and utilities to save costs when
applicable |
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Note: Contractor and Health
Departments to determine if all required floor
drains are shown |
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PENETRATION DIMENSION PLAN
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The
Penetration Dimension Plan dimensions the location of floor
drains, electrical and water stub-ups required for the
equipment.
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· Dimensions the
drains and utilities from new walls for easy
confirmation |
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· Specify the
voltage, amps and filtration requirements for the
equipment |
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· At the barista
station we detail the floor drain, filtered &
non-filtered water and electrical needs |
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ELEVATIONS AND SECTIONS
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The
Elevations of the counters provide a front view of your
foodservice equipment and counters.
· Include elevations for each wall of
the kitchen and front and back counters
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· Kitchen
elevations show equipment such as sinks,
refrigeration, work tables and shelving |
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· Provide detail
on areas needing wall to support wall-shelves,
filters and bar counters |
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· Provide
section views of the standard cabinet components |
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3D PERSPECTIVE DRAWINGS
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The
3D Perspective Drawings of the service counters and kitchen
area help you visualize your project before it is built.
· Provide 3D perspective views of the
kitchen and service counter areas
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· Include multiple perspectives that
create a conceptual view of your space
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· Provide
drawings showing open shelving, doors, drawers and
your color selections |
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Note: 3-D perspective views of the
store room equipment and service counters are
provided when Design & Layout Services is the
supplier of the cabinetry and equipment. |
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PLUMBING AND ELECTRICAL
REQUIREMENTS
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The Plumbing &
Electrical Requirements for each piece of equipment are
shown individually on 8 ˝” x 11” pages.
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· Provide
dimensions that show the centerline of the equipment
to the adjacent left wall or right wall
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Cross-reference manufacturer and model number to the
floor plan and spec sheet |
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· Dimension the
rough-in heights of electrical outlets |
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· Describe water
and waste rough-in sizes and locations in the notes |
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· Specify floor
drains and/or floor sinks as direct or indirect
drains |
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· Include
voltage, amp load and phase requirements for each
equipment piece |
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Note: Contractor to verify existing
conditions and local code requirements prior to
construction |
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EQUIPMENT SPECIFICATION SHEETS
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The
Equipment Specification Sheets are provided for each
individual piece of equipment on your floor plan and quote.
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· Number
specification sheets to correspond to the final
floor plan |
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· Include
Information on manufacturer, model number,
dimensions, plumbing & electrical |
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· Include
descriptions of construction materials, finishes,
options and accessories |
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· Note NSF/ETL/UL
certifications, warranty information and shipping
weights |
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· Provide
specification sheets for table tops, bases, chair
and barstool options |
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· Include
options for color, stain and upholstery selection
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EQUIPMENT AND CABINETRY QUOTATION
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The
Equipment and Cabinetry Quote includes an itemized list of
all foodservice equipment and cabinetry.
· List the manufacturer, model number
and description for each item
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· Correspond the item number to the
floor plan and equipment spec book
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· Provide estimated prices that one
would typically pay for the items listed
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· Include all
foodservice equipment, counters, tabletops, bases,
chairs & barstools |
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· Note options
and accessories, such as casters, door swing
direction, and voltages |
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Note: The quote does not include
prices for espresso machines, brewers, grinders or
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ADDITIONAL
SERVICES AVAILABLE
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FOOD SERVICE EQUIPMENT SALES
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Design &
Layout Services is an approved equipment dealer with many of
the national foodservice equipment manufacturers. We can
purchase your equipment package directly from our preferred
vendors. Because of this you get special pricing on all your
equipment along with an experienced project manager to
coordinate the ordering, shipping, installation and
follow-up of your equipment package.
Design & Layout Services can also design and
build your cabinetry package, including special millwork and
retail displays. The cabinetry in your café needs to be
planned precisely around many pieces of equipment and
various conditions in your space. By using computer-aided
design and manufacturing technology (CAD/CAM), we can lower
your costs, minimize mistakes and reduce installation and
ordering lead times. Using our experience of having built
hundreds of coffee bars, this has become one of our most
requested services. (See Café Price List)
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DELIVERY AND INSTALLATION
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Design & Layout Services can consolidate your
entire package of foodservice equipment, cabinetry, tables
and chairs. We will then ship it to your site when the
contractor is ready for installation. Design & Layout
Services is also capable of installing your package. (See
Café Price List)
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