NORR Mixed-Use

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INTRODUCTION NORR is pleased to submit our statement of qualification for

This package demonstrates our intricate knowledge and expertise

consideration of our consulting service offerings as the solution to

in the master planning and implementation of mixed-use projects.

your current and future development needs.

NORR can enhance your community with the right touch of “mix” it needs to thrive.

THE PALM D UB AI , U A E

PA N O RA M A M O U N TA I N RESO RT C O M PREH EN SI VE M A STER PL A N PA N O RA M A , BC

FIVE WEST MIXED- USE DEVELOPMENT CALGARY, AB

OUR FIRM NORR is a full-service architectural and engineering consulting

Each office is independently managed to ensure we continue to

firm and flagship brand of the Ingenium Group of companies. The

nurture and maintain relationships with our local clients. Our

NORR brand provides a well-honed balance of design, technology

offices frequently collaborate to capitalize on subject matter experts

and management skills. Our clients benefit from the simplicity and

available in other offices. This expertise and flexibility has resulted

efficiencies of a unified A/E firm that provides strategic planning,

in numerous repeat clients who are interested in a single source of

programming, architecture, interior design, space planning, and

responsibility and have confidence that the quality of work will be

engineering capabilities all from a single point of contact.

consistent in all of the NORR office locations.

NORR has experienced significant growth since it was established

NORR’s

in 1938 as a single office in Toronto. Today, NORR is a thriving

facilities for retail, commercial and office, government, sports

firm with offices located in major centers around the world. United

and recreation, education and mixed use. Our firm’s emphasis

States office locations include Detroit, Chicago, Sacramento and

on teamwork permeates all aspects of NORR’s work, from client

Washington DC.

relations to design.

One major contributing factor in NORR’s growth and longevity as a

Finally, NORR has the in-house talent and expertise to assist

consulting services provider is its structure. We are a privately held

communities, developers, businesses, and other key stakeholders

company with a strong vision and a wealth of diverse skills and

in creating successful strategies for sustainable and pedestrian-

expertise which have allowed us to adapt and grow in advance of

oriented communities.

new opportunities. But the true key contributing factor is our focus on being a valuable contributor to our client’s success through an ongoing effort to understand not only our client’s business goals and objectives, but the industry or sector in which they exist.

experience

includes

various

project

types

involving

MARKETS SERVED NORR has defined its practice in terms of four broad markets: Lifestyle

Transportation

Whether designing world-class resorts or community shopping

With experience far beyond design and engineering, the reduction

centers, NORR focuses on the clients’ business goals as well as the

of carbon dioxide emissions, noise pollution and resolving other

lifestyle and aspirations of the market being served. NORR’s designs

environmental issues are integral aspects of the firm’s work. In

interpret and support these objectives.

addition, NORR offers insightful strategies for the management of facilities in a controlled and sustainable manner.

Commercial NORR designers provide the intelligence needed to engage the

Public Buildings

global commercial economy competitively and creatively through

NORR is committed to designing timeless public architecture

new developments, retrofits, upgrades and renovation projects that

that responds to cultural, aesthetic and budgetary goals. The

focus on maximizing the client’s return on investment.

firm’s rational, enduring design solutions to complex issues result in exceptional buildings, enhancing the infrastructure of the communities they serve.

EAGLE R A N C H RE S ORT M A S T E R P LA N Y ELLO WH E A D C OU N T Y , AB

C RESC EN T PL A C E D EVEL O PM EN T N O VI , M I C H I G A N

BRISTOL ROAD MASTER PLAN GLOUCESTER, UK

R O Y A L C AN AL E S T AT E S M I X E D-U S E DE V E L O P M EN T AA M B Y V AL L E Y , I N DI A

FULL-SERVICE CAPABILITIES NORR is a full-service architecture, engineering and planning firm.

NORR provides strategic planning, programming, architecture,

Our clients benefit from the simplicity and efficiencies of a unified

interior design, space planning, and engineering services all from

A/E firm capable of providing comprehensive services all from its

our qualified in-house team of professionals.

own in-house resources.

DO LPHI N QU A Y S MA S T E R P LA N PO OLE, UK

THE MEATHOUSE NEIGHBORHOOD BUTCHER LOCATIONS NATIONWIDE

Master Planning

Mechanical

Electrical

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Urban design

•

Plumbing systems

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Emergency power systems

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Community planning

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Heating/ventilation/air conditioning

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Lighting control systems

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Land use planning

(HVAC)

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Power supply/service entrance

•

Resort master planning

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Variable air volume systems (VAV)

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Feasibility studies

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Roof top units (RTU)

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Switchgear

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Variable refrigerant volume systems

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Panels

(VRV)

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Site electrical plans and utility

Architecture •

Design

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Energy code compliance

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Due diligence

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Building energy modeling

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Building code review and implementation

Structural

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Sustainable design

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Accessibility

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Construction drawings and

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Load calculations

specifications

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Reinforced concrete design

Construction administration

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Structural steel design

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Composite structure design

Interior Design

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Timber design

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Interior architecture

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Masonry design

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Selection of materials, finishes and

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Building energy modeling

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furnishings •

Adaptive reuse

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Move management and logistics

Analysis and design of structural components and systems

equipment

coordination •

Photometric plans

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Energy code compliance

STRA ND LA K E S I D E R E S O R T M I X E D-U S E DE V E L O P M E NT V E R NO N, B C

DEMONSTRATED KNOWLEDGE & EXPERTISE Mixed-Use Project Deliverables: Increase Tax Revenue Encourage Healthier Lifestyles Promote Green Sustainable Ideals Enhance Social Equity Add Foot Traffic Maintain Architectural Aesthetics

C OMME RC E T O W N S H I P DD A C OMMU N IT Y M A S T E R P LA N C OMME RC E T O W N S H I P , M I C HI G A N

WORTHINGTON MIXED- USE DEVELOPMENT

C HE S T E R M E R E M I X E D-U S E DE V E L O P M E NT C HE S T E R M E R E , A B

INCREASE TAX REVENUE

It’s really about the “mixed” in mixed-use developments, including

NORR understands the design, construction, and implementation of

rich varieties of uses from office to residential to retail that truly

mixed-use projects. Perhaps more importantly, we understand social,

complement one another, all in one project. The real estate reality

economic, and environmental implications of mixed-use projects.

is that mixed-use project increase tax revenue and the value of

The blending of uses is not just a trendy idea; it is a model for

the property.

healthy economic growth and redevelopment of our communities.

HARRY & D A V ID LOCATI ON S N A T ION W IDE

W EST VI L L A G E TO W ERS M I XED -U SE D EVEL O PM EN T C A L G A RY, A B

CAMBRIDGE LEISURE MIXED- USE DEVELOPMENT CAMBRIDGE, UK

ENCOURAGE HEALTHIER LIFESTYLES

“Walkability” and convenience do not have to be a mutually

Master planning, architectural, mechanical, electrical and structural

exclusive thing. The possibilities for creating exciting and interesting

engineering are among the many services provided by NORR. Retail

places to stroll are boundless. Designing great recreational public

convenience, public spaces and recreational destinations are and

spaces will bring back visitors and residents time and time again.

important consideration in successful community planning.

ST R ONAC H A U RORA RE CR E AT I O N C O M P LE X A UR ORA, ON T A RIO

N A TI VE F O O D S C A F É VEG A N O RG A N I C RESTA U RA N T L O C A TI O N S N A TI O N W I D E

CVS/ PHARMACY MINUTE CLINIC LOCATIONS NATIONWIDE

V O LL M E R CE NT R E R E CR E AT I O N & FA M I L Y L E ISU RE C O M P LE X LA S A LL E , O N T A R I O

M I DD LE Q U I N T O N ECO TOWN W A R WI CK S HI R E , U K

PROMOTE GREEN SUSTAINABLE IDEALS

Incorporating sustainable ideals is a worthwhile cause and a standard

NORR has been applying the principles of sustainable design since

for new development. Mixed-use projects may utilize a number of

the early 1970’s. Our approach involves striking the right balance

green design strategies including green roofs, solar design, efficient

between environmental and social concerns while satisfying our

HVAC systems, proximity to public transportation, and recycled

client’s economic goals. Many of our team members are LEED

building materials.

Accredited Professionals and we have designed nearly one hundred certified buildings.

G REEN GA RA GE H IS T O R I C AL R E NO V AT I O N M IXED-US E D E V E L OP ME N T DETR OI T, MIC H IGA N

L A F A YETTE G A RD EN S D ETRO I T, M I C H I G A N

STARBUCKS COFFEE RECYCLED SHIPPING CONTAINER STORE CHICAGO, ILLINOIS

ENHANCE SOCIAL EQUITY

Cohesive communities require more than just residences. They

The NORR portfolio includes a wide variety of municipal, retail,

include a diversity of supporting functions like grocery stores, post

commercial, and educational experience. Mixed-use growth of

offices, schools, offices and municipal buildings. A blending of uses

neighborhoods caters to the needs of both our senior citizens and

creates opportunities for neighbors to get to know one another.

our young professionals.

FRESH TH Y ME F A RME R S M AR K E T O H I O & M IC H IGA N L OCA T I O N S

OMNI CENTRE EDINBURGH, UK

T HE R O A S T I N G P LA NT CA M P U S M A R T I US P A R K D E T R O I T , M I CH I G AN

C V S /P HA R M AC Y H I ST O R I CA L P R E S E R V A T I O N A N N A R B O R , M I CH I G AN

ADD FOOT TRAFFIC

This is no secret. More foot traffic is good for business. Ask any

NORR’s experience with retail is diverse. Clients range from clothing

retailer. Link street level retail with a public transportation system

stores to pharmacies, home furnishings to electronics, and from

and people will likely leave their automobiles at home.

auto parts to coffee shops. Projects can be delivered directly to the client or through working relationships with developers.

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D REA M D RY SA L O N CHICAGO, ILLINOIS

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MORE INFORMATION

NORR is committed to designing projects that encourage exciting, “walkable” communities.

NORR Architects Engineers Planners

Our corporate depth spans projects

Detroit • Chicago • Sacramento • Washington D.C.

both small and large. Our vision is to create a unique mixed-use

T 313 324 3160 • norrllc@norr.com

experience.

A R CHER L A N D IN G GAI NSVI L L E , F L ORID A

O KEEC H O BEE TO W N C EN TER O KEEC H O BEE, F L O RI D A

QDOBA RESTAURANTS LOCATIONS NATIONWIDE

NORR Architects Engineers Planners Detroit • Chicago • Sacramento • Washington D.C.

T 313 324 3160 • NORRLLC@NORR.com