The 824 Building project involved redeveloping Military Circle Mall’s former anchor store, JC Penney, into leasable tenant space. Through a partnership with the Commonwealth of Virginia and the city of Norfolk, Movement Mortgage invested in the space to relocate its operations center to the first floor. The second floor was converted to office space for an additional tenant, Optima Health.
The project’s goal was to completely transform the former department store into a modern, open office space; however, the team faced an aggressive nine-month schedule required for Movement Mortgage to seamlessly transfer its operations and more than 600 employees into their new home.
The build-out of the new tenant space began with the complete demolition of the interior. The scope of work for the project also included new core areas, such as entrances and restrooms, built in conjunction with the renovations.
The project included all new mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire sprinkler systems. New carpet and epoxy floor finishes are included throughout the space. A combination of Acoustic Ceiling Tiles (ACT) and open ceilings gives the space an open, welcoming feel.
The early involvement of all parties allowed the team to combine their expertise to develop the best and most realistic construction plan. Ultimately, the project’s success was resounding and a testament to the benefit of a collaborative team approach.
Awards:
- The Associated Builders and Contractors’ Virginia Chapter’s (ABCVA) Honor Award of Excellence in the Commercial Renovation ( over $1M) category
