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Leasehold Improvements Site Condition: Mould

Unexpected finding of mould growth can be a major roadblock for construction projects, throwing off the schedule and budget due to added labour, remediation cost, and delayed completion dates.

What is Mould?

Mould is a microorganism commonly found in nature. Mould spores are present in the atmosphere. It can carry itself into a building through air transfer. However, most mould growth in…

Leasehold Improvements Site Condition: Asbestos

Asbestos is a name for a group of popular building materials that was used from 1950s to 1990s. Asbestos was often added to other materials to enhance the overall insulating, long-lasting, and heat resistance qualities. Common applications include spray fireproofing, mechanical insulation, linoleum, flooring tiles, drywall compound, vermiculite, and cement pipes. From past commercial fit-outs,…

Leasehold Improvements: How to Relocate Tenants for Construction

Leasehold Improvements are customized alterations to a rental space for a tenant’s specific needs. These include changes to floors, partition walls, ceilings, custom furniture and lighting, among others. Tenants will be required to vacate areas for construction. One of the challenges of leasehold improvements is in tenant relocation. It is important to meet with the tenant and determine how the…

Leasehold Improvements: How to Handle Unforeseen Site Conditions

The challenge with building a tenant leasehold improvement project is that you can run into unforeseen site conditions more frequently due to the fact that the performance of the interior is not only affected by elements of the interior but also the exterior.

The overall building condition and the existing structure are often overlooked. Structural issues or building envelope issues directly…

Introduction to Commercial Interior Fit-Out

Commercial fit-out is the process of building out the interior space after the shell and core of a building has been constructed, making interior spaces suitable for occupancy. Generally speaking, base construction builds out the shell and core of a building from casting the foundation to putting the structural components in place and finally separating the interior from exterior elements.…