Terrebonne Parish Animal Shelter

Architect of Record: Perez, APC

Project Involvement: Construction Administration: Handled RFIs, Field Reports, Change Orders, Pay Apps, and Vendor, Owner and Contractor Coordination. Designed signage and interior finishes.

The Terrebonne Parish Animal Shelter is a 13,000 sf, %5.1 million state of the art facility including 56 dog kennels, a vet clinic, a cat adoption area, and a cat feature room where adoptable felines can climb, lounge, and socialize with visitors and each other. Species are separated into adoptable animals, those isolated for medical reasons, feral cats, and dogs involved in bite or court cases. The shelter was designed with both human and animal comfort in mind, using bright colors and easily cleanable materials to guarantee both a cheerful and clean environment.

Dorignac's Renovations

Architect of Record: Perez, APC

Project Involvement: Schematic Design, Design Development, Construction Documentation, Construction Administration.

The $3 million major renovation to iconic Metairie grocery store Dorignac's included a fully renovated bakery, deli and produce section, wider windows, new lighting, and parking lot landscaping. The bakery renovation added windows to the exterior, turning a once squat and unfriendly facade into a building bustling with activity whose bakery is the main attraction. Early morning shoppers can watch the day's donuts and bread being made fresh as they enter the store.

Guste III Housing Development

Architect of Record: Perez, APC

Project Involvement: Construction Administration: Field Reports, Punch lists, and full-time on-site inspection of construction.

Guste III is a 152 unit, $35 Million new urbanism community. As the architect and planner of the project, Perez reinserted the traditional street grid and designed smaller scale traditionally styled duplexes and four- plexes in place of a former superblock HUD development. Sidewalks, front porches, rear yards, community parks and recreation areas were added to restore the original urban fabric of the community. The development will incorporate eight accessible units that are compliant with UFAS, ANSI, and ADA standards, equipped with ramps, strobe lights, and accessible kitchens and bathrooms.

Florida Housing Development

Architect of Record: Perez, APC

Project Involvement: Construction Administration: Field Reports, Punch lists, and full-time on-site inspection of construction.

Florida is a 51 unit, $13.1 million new urbanism community in the Florida neighborhood of New Orleans. As the architect and planner of the project, Perez reinserted the traditional street grid and designed smaller scale traditionally styled duplexes and four- plexes. Sidewalks, front porches, rear yards, community parks and recreation areas were added to restore the original urban fabric of the community. The development will incorporate accessible units that are compliant with UFAS, ANSI, and ADA standards, equipped with ramps, strobe lights, and accessible kitchens and bathrooms.

Holy Cross Historic Renovation

Architect of Record: Perez, APC

Project Involvement: Schematic Design, Design Development, Construction Documentation, Consultant Coordination, Sustainability Coordinator.

Through a single purpose LLC, Perez acquired approximately 13.25 acres of the former Holy Cross High School Campus. The redevelopment program envisions a phased, mixed-use development with office, retail, and multifamily residential. The renovation of the original administration building combines the historic sensitivity necessary when restoring a historic landmark with the forward-thinking approach mandated by the Living Building Challenge, guaranteeing this campus to be the most sustainable in New Orleans to date.

The master planned community will offer spectacular views of the Mississippi River and Downtown New Orleans. Centered in the parcel is a grove of majestic oak trees that will be preserved and become a focal point for community gatherings. The Holy Cross school site possesses unique characteristics. Its history, use, architecture, and sheer size of the parcel distinguish it from other parts of the Holy Cross neighborhood.

IRIS Development Design Study

Architect of Record: Perez, APC

Project Involvement: Site Analysis, Programming, Initial Design, Rendering.

The IRIS Development Project was an initial study for a development project in the Bywater neighborhood of New Orleans.

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Sonoma Residence

Timber-frame house designed for a remote Sonoma County (California) residence. Circulation centers around a fireplace, with bedroom and bathrooms butting against a shared utility wall, and covered by an open loft space. The front of the house has an open floorplan with double-story storefront windows opening up onto a view of the Sonoma hills.

Deck space and a wide overhang allow for full shade during summer months, but allow sunlight and warmth to penetrate into the core of the house during colder winter months. A high-efficiency fan paired with ventilation and an operable fireplace provide thermal comfort without mechanical conditioning.

Cultural Center

Architect: Manning Architects

Project Involvement: Renderings and graphic client presentation for a cultural leadership center on a prestigious University campus in New Orleans.

Initial schematic design with respect to local zoning and building codes and site restraints as well as client preferences.

New Orleans Residence

Architect of Record: Christopher E. Johnson, Architect, LLC

Project Involvement: Schematic Design, Design Development, Construction Documentation.

Renovation and Addition to a two-story shotgun house in Uptown New Orleans. Client wanted to expand the kitchen, living and dining rooms, and add a master suite on the second floor. A covered deck was also added.