Tenant Improvement Project Basics
A tenant improvement construction project, commonly referred to as "TI" or "leasehold improvement," involves making modifications or upgrades to a commercial or retail space to better suit the specific needs and preferences of a tenant. This type of project occurs when a tenant leases a space within a larger building or complex and wants to customize it to align with their business requirements, brand identity, and operational functionality.
Tenant improvement projects can range in scope and complexity, but they typically involve various construction and design activities. In this article we walk you through an LGE Design Build restaurant TI from start to finish and highlight areas common in all tenant improvement projects.
Space Planning: The tenant works with architects or designers to plan the layout and flow of the space, considering factors like workspaces, customer areas, storage, and accessibility.
Interior Design: This involves selecting materials, finishes, colors, and other design elements that reflect the tenant’s branding and create a visually appealing environment.
Demolition and Build-Out: Depending on the extent of the improvements, some areas may need to be demolished, walls may need to be built or moved, and new partitions may be added to create the desired layout.
Electrical and Lighting: Wiring, lighting fixtures, and electrical outlets are installed or updated to meet the tenant’s technological and lighting needs.
Plumbing and HVAC: If necessary, plumbing systems, sinks, restrooms, and heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems are installed or upgraded.
Flooring: New flooring materials such as carpet, hardwood, tile, or specialized flooring are installed to enhance aesthetics and functionality.
A tenant improvement construction project, commonly referred to as "TI" or "leasehold improvement," involves making modifications or upgrades to a commercial or retail space to better suit the specific needs and preferences of a tenant. This type of project occurs when a tenant leases a space within a larger building or complex and wants to customize it to align with their business requirements, brand identity, and operational functionality.
Tenant improvement projects can range in scope and complexity, but they typically involve various construction and design activities. In this article we walk you through an LGE Design Build restaurant TI from start to finish and highlight areas common in all tenant improvement projects.
Space Planning: The tenant works with architects or designers to plan the layout and flow of the space, considering factors like workspaces, customer areas, storage, and accessibility.
Interior Design: This involves selecting materials, finishes, colors, and other design elements that reflect the tenant’s branding and create a visually appealing environment.
Demolition and Build-Out: Depending on the extent of the improvements, some areas may need to be demolished, walls may need to be built or moved, and new partitions may be added to create the desired layout.
Electrical and Lighting: Wiring, lighting fixtures, and electrical outlets are installed or updated to meet the tenant’s technological and lighting needs.
Plumbing and HVAC: If necessary, plumbing systems, sinks, restrooms, and heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems are installed or upgraded.
Flooring: New flooring materials such as carpet, hardwood, tile, or specialized flooring are installed to enhance aesthetics and functionality.