What We Did
Project Overview
Joe Blichfeldt, owner of Quality Hyundai, selected Munger Construction to renovate the vacant US Postal Service building at 115 Peat Meadow Road, New Haven. (seen from I-95 near Frontage Road in New Haven right before the Q-Bridge) into a 24,000 SF, state of the art, Hyundai car dealership facility in this prime location for serving the New Haven and Shoreline communities. The design/build plan includes sustainable energy savings through LED lighting, SunPort daylighting systems, and building envelope features that include high efficiency HVAC systems.
Auto Dealerships
Building Renewal
Testimonial
What the client had to say about us
Testimonial
"We approached Munger because of the excellent addition they built years earlier at our Wallingford service center. After due diligence to confirm their current customer satisfaction levels and speaking with their president, I felt comfortable doing business with Munger again. Extensive experience and talent along with strong complementary partnerships enabled Munger to create our new world class facility."
Joe Blichfeldt
Owner, Quality Hyundai
Case Study
The Situation
Quality Hyundai was located in a congested area with no room for expansion. The owner purchased a former regional post office processing center and hired Munger Construction to convert it into a state of the art 24,000 sq. ft. Hyundai car dealership facility in a prime location.
Problem
The Challenges
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To convert an outdated lack-luster building into a showcase facility that will build emotional attachment with customers and employees who value an excellent experience and environmental sustainability.
Solution
The Resolutions
1
The exterior was updated to a modern look by a curtain wall framed glazing system with ACM panels installed directly over the old masonry exterior. The interior features a storefront aluminum framing system, a forest styled waiting area and a separate quiet area. Customers have access to Wi-Fi and multiple workstations.
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SunPort prism systems distribute daylight throughout the space, which reduces electricity usage from LED lights that are much more efficient and eco-friendly than fluorescent bulbs. The service center is heated by a state of the art system that is fueled by reused motor oil. Interior and exterior framing systems include 1-inch clear, energy efficient Low-E glass. The building envelope provides energy savings through insulation and a high efficiency HVAC system.
Outcome
the final product
This high value building renewal solution extends the building’s life, increases its value and functionality, reduces maintenance costs, improves energy efficiency and reduces its carbon footprint, creates room for expansion, enhances aesthetic appeal, and improves morale and productivity. A comfortable environment for customers and a great place to work. The solar system will eliminate 3,000 tons of greenhouse gas emissions over its 30 year system life with an expected payback less than six years.