Sacramento Natural Foods Co-Op
For this project we designed improvements to an existing vacant 16,000 square foot building to accommodate a grocery store and food court restaurant area.
The food court is designed for several small restaurant tenants and a florist. Both have indoor and outdoor seating and a small stage. The grocery store can be closed off from the food court so that food service can continue in the food court past normal business hours. In addition, there are spaces for stocking, food prep, offices and restrooms.
The two areas are distinct yet unified by the use of a floor grid pattern which begins at the entry. The scale of the grid changes upon entering the restaurant eating area to a smaller pattern which helps to personalize this space. The pattern also changes toward the rear of the grocery store as it passes into the specialty foods area.
Skylights are used throughout both store and restaurant areas to provide natural daylighting. A system of ceiling banners was designed to provide signage and create a light and airy atmosphere.
Project Details:
Owner/Developer: Sacramento Natural Foods Co-op
Architect: Mogavero Notestine Associates
Consultants: Photography: Cathy Kelly CK Architectural Photography
General Contractor: MMC Construction
Total Site Area: 16,000 Square Feet
Previous Use of Site: Existing Building
Construction Details: Existing Type V No-Hour / Shell Modifications and Tenant Improvements;
Project Budget: $1,010,000
Date of Completion: May 1989
Specialized Approaches
Ecologically sensitive techniques were combined with products that also kept green principles in mind.
- Energy efficient design;
- Infill site location;
- Use of an existing building with shell modifications;
- Natural daylighting features with numerous skylights and windows;
- Natural ventilation features;
- Window shading;
- Location along bus routes and near a light rail station;
- Located near downtown Sacramento and close to major employers - allowing customers to walk to make their purchases;
- Construction/demolition waste programs were in force throughout the project.