Furniture Retail Showroom, Chorley
Doorway to Value
Project Objective
Structural Engineering for Retail Development
Location
Chorley
Value
£1.75 Million
Client
Doorway to Value
Scope of Work
Civil & Structural Engineering Services
Duration of Contract:
12 Months
Project Overview
GSA was appointed to provide cost-effective and structurally sound engineering solutions for a two-storey retail showroom in Chorley. The project required innovative engineering approaches to balance budget constraints with durability and commercial usability.
Scope of Work
GSA provided foundation and superstructure design, optimising the structural framework to support large furniture displays, maximise internal retail space, and ensure future flexibility for the client.
Key Features
- Traditional Pad & Strip Foundations: Used as a cost-efficient alternative to deep piling while ensuring ground stability.
- Steel-Framed Construction: Designed to allow maximum open-plan space, enhancing retail visibility and flexibility.
- Timber First Floor System: Integrated as a budget-conscious solution while ensuring structural integrity and operational efficiency.
Challenges and Solutions
Balancing Budget & Performance: By incorporating cost-effective materials, GSA delivered a commercially viable solution without compromising on strength or longevity.
Load-Bearing Requirements: Retail environments require high floor-load capacities—GSA’s calculations ensured long-term durability while keeping the structure adaptable for future use.
Outcome
GSA was appointed to provide cost-effective and structurally sound engineering solutions for a two-storey retail showroom in Chorley. The project required innovative engineering approaches to balance budget constraints with durability and commercial usability.
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