Mixed-Use Commercial & Residential Building – Two-Story Facility (1994)

Project Overview

• Building Type: Mixed-Use Commercial & Residential

• Completion Year: 1994

• Configuration: Two-story structure

  • Ground Floor: Grocery Store

  • Upper Floor: Residential Apartments

• Construction System: BeneCent Lightweight Concrete Building System

Optimized for Mixed-Use Functionality

• Structural design supports distinct commercial and residential uses within a single footprint.

• Ground floor engineered for retail loading, storage, and daily foot traffic.

• Upper floor provides comfortable residential living with acoustic separation from commercial activity.

Structural Strength & Long-Term Reliability

• BeneCent’s proven load-bearing capacity ensures safe support of multi-level occupancy.

• More than 30 years of continuous service demonstrating durability and structural integrity.

Thermal & Acoustic Performance

• High thermal mass stabilizes indoor temperatures across both floors.

• Superior sound insulation enhances residential comfort above active retail operations.

Efficient Construction & Cost Control

• Lightweight construction reduced foundation requirements and overall project cost.

• Fast construction schedule enabled early operation of the commercial space and rapid residential occupancy.

Low Maintenance & Lifecycle Value

• Non-combustible, moisture- and pest-resistant materials minimize long-term maintenance.

• Durable envelope protects asset value and reduces operating expenses.

Urban & Community-Oriented Design

• Compact mixed-use layout supports efficient land utilization.

• Enables local commerce while providing integrated housing, aligning with sustainable urban development goals.

Energy-Efficient & Sustainable Solution

• Reduced heating and cooling demand lowers energy consumption over the building’s lifespan.

• Long service life minimizes material replacement and environmental impact.

Field-Proven Performance

• In operation since 1994, confirming BeneCent’s suitability for mixed-use, multi-story developments.

A Versatile Platform for Mixed-Use Development

• This project demonstrates BeneCent’s ability to deliver structurally efficient, economically viable, and community-focused mixed-use buildings that stand the test of time.

 

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