RECENT PROJECTS
Grand Haven Village Center Cafe Renovation
Restaurant
Part 1 of this project was a conceptual design, feasibility study and preliminary budget analysis for the renovation and expansion of the Cafe’s kitchen, work areas, storage spaces, and existing dining and bar space. Interior elevations were developed as a visualization tool to present to the decision-making board. The kitchen was reorganized to improve circulation, workflow and ease of service. A new hood was designed and planned to accommodate expanded kitchen equipment. The grease trap and propane tank were relocated to accommodate the new freezer/cooler expansion. The kitchen doors were replaced. Finishes were upgraded in the dining and bar area to match the Grand Haven CDD standards. During part 2, permit documents were developed, and construction was completed in 2025.
Campus USA Credit Union Due Diligence + Renovation
Commercial
Brame Heck Architects partnered with Scherer Construction to complete a comprehensive pre-purchase due diligence and scoping report for an existing bank building in Leesburg, Florida. Based on our assessment, Campus Credit Union moved forward with the acquisition and selected our team to provide full architectural services for a complete facility renovation delivered through a Construction Management Approach. The project included full replacement of major building systems including and upgraded insulated glazing for improved energy performance. The original roof was removed and replaced with a new metal system, accompanied by soffit repairs and structural improvements to the drive-thru area.Inside, we developed a new layout featuring private offices, conference rooms, teller stations, and an employee break area. Updated casework throughout aligned the space with Campus Credit Union’s interior design standards.
Meridian Behavioral Health Crisis Stabilization Unit (CSU) Renovation + Addition
Healthcare
The primary goal of this project was to provide a separate entrance for law enforcement. Additional waiting areas are separated between adults and minors, as well as by varying control levels needed by different clients. To do this, an addition of about 2,000 SF was designed to include reception, counseling spaces, four separate waiting areas, three holding areas, offices and a law enforcement sally port entry. Approximately 1,150 SF of existing office spaces were also reconfigured to accommodate new private offices and a 23-hour holding room. Special design considerations were given to ensure client safety, law enforcement safety, ease of maintenance, energy efficiency, and enduring design aesthetic. Ligature resistant fixes and furnishings were specified throughout the space.
North Central Baptist Church Lobby Addition
Religious
North Central Baptist Church required an addition to their church sanctuary building in Gainesville, FL. This included practical amenities like restrooms, and presented a chance to elevate the building’s public image while also incorporating an extra small meeting space and public gathering spaces. The multi-use lobby area of the addition was designed to accommodate gatherings of 40-80 people and could be easily adjusted for various purposes. The space also featured hospitality/coffee service area equipped with WIFI, serving as a conducive spot for student study sessions. The exterior facade of the lobby included a large glass window to act as a public ‘beacon’ when lit at night.
Dick Mondell's Burgers & Fries Jax Beach
Restaurant
Dick Mondell’s is a new construction project located in Jacksonville Beach, just a few blocks from public beach access. It is a fast-food restaurant that is 1,200 square feet. Services included conceptual design, construction documentation and permitting, and construction administration. The design includes a commercial kitchen, service windows, restrooms, and outdoor seating. The exterior layout organizes both pedestrian movement into the seating area and vehicles in the drive-thru lane. This is the third location designed by Brame Heck Architects.
UF Veterinary Medicine Surgery Lab
Higher Education
This project included a complete renovation of the existing facility to reorganize the space, allowing the addition of four surgery stations (for a total of 18), and providing a new dog ward for holding and recovery with 18 kennels, food preparation, and sanitation facilities. The induction area and scrub areas were also reconfigured, providing 10 scrub/gowning stations, and allowing staff and students to prep up to 8 animals for surgery simultaneously. All finishes were updated to meet current campus standards. The project also included reconfiguring medical gas systems, power, lighting, and HVAC upgrades, new surgery lighting, and acoustical treatment in the surgery lab space. Completed on an accelerated schedule, design was started in December of 2021, and construction started in May of 2022. Construction was completed in January of 2023.
Santa Fe College
Building E Auditorium Renovation
Higher Education
The Santa Fe College Building E Auditorium (The Lyceum) was in need of repairs, technology upgrades, and updates to their ADA compliance. Brame Heck Architects and our design team researched and implemented the most state-of-the-art updates to the A/V systems, and ensured ADA-compliant entry into the building and restrooms, and onto the stage. The design also included acoustical upgrades to prevent sound leakage and ensure high sound quality for the auditorium’s use as a performance space. Our team transformed a tired and non-compliant space into a beautiful, functional, and accessible auditorium. Brame Heck provided full design services and construction administration services.
University of Florida
Center for Outdoor Education and Recreation (CORE)
Higher Education
The University of Florida’s Travel, Recreation, and Outfitters Programs needed a new point of sale area, storage for rental outdoor gear, and space to host outdoor-related skills workshops. The new 6,119 square-foot facility included offices, retail/point of sale space, a classroom/meeting room, and equipment storage area. The selected site was located in an area with poor soils, requiring extensive remediation and structural foundation. Brame Heck provided full design services and construction administration services.
