Bird’s Nest
In the heart of a new residential building, SEED Engineers partnered with The S&S Group to tackle HVAC-R design challenges in the Bird’s Nest project. Facing initial coordination issues and non-compliant designs, our team utilized innovative solutions, including advanced CFD modeling, to ensure kitchen exhaust performance and overall compliance. The result: A transformed mixed-use space where comfort and efficiency meet excellence.
| Client: | Lowry Group c/o FT Electrical |
| Background: | Commercial Restaurant and Cafe on low level |
| Work Type: | Design HVAC-R & Kitchen Ventilation Performance Solution |
| Sector: | Food and Beverages |
| Size: | Small Project |
| Disciplines Engaged: | Mechanical Engineering |
The Challenges Faced
Designing an effective kitchen exhaust system posed several challenges due to the low location, the use of solid fuel cooking equipment, and limited space in the kitchen layout.
The Solution Provided
To address these challenges, our team employed advanced CFD (Computational Fluid Dynamics) modeling techniques. This innovative approach allowed us to optimize the kitchen exhaust system’s performance by determining an alternative exhaust location that deviated from AS 16668 standards. This solution ensured both safety and efficiency in the restaurant’s kitchen operations.
