A Restaurant Ventilation System Success Story for Howard Park Public House
Howard Park, nestled in the East Race neighborhood of South Bend, Indiana, underwent a remarkable transformation, completed in the winter of 2020. Originally belonging to the Potawatomi tribe, it stands as the first and oldest park in the area. The park wanted to elevate its offerings with the introduction of Howard Park Public House, a full-service bar and restaurant designed with an open concept.
The open design, and open kitchen, necessitated a unique heating and cooling solution with the capacity to provide varying amounts of outside air for ventilation, along with flexible exhaust makeup.
Gunn & Pegelow was tasked with addressing the HVAC challenges posed by the unique design, particularly in meeting the open kitchen and restaurant ventilation system requirements. The team ultimately played a crucial role in the ultimate success of Howard Park Public House.
HVAC Challenges Faced by the Howard Park Public House
The unique design requirements of Howard Park Public House, with its open kitchen and ventilation needs, posed specific challenges. Gunn & Pegelow partnered closely with M/E Design Services & Alliance to identify an HVAC solution that could seamlessly integrate into the open design while meeting the demand for optimal air quality.
Gunn & Pegelow’s Restaurant Ventilation Solution
Gunn & Pegelow and the M/E Design Services & Alliance Architects team ultimately selected the Reznor YDHA high outside air system. This heating and cooling unit was chosen for its exceptional ability to handle high percentages of outside air, crucial for the ventilation requirements of the open kitchen design. The control sequence prioritizes space comfort, offering leading-edge technology, including 2” foam panel construction, fully programmed DDC controls with a user-friendly thermostat interface, ECM supply and condenser fans, and patented hot gas reheat for dehumidification with superior ISMRE.
Additionally, the outdoor comfort at Howard Park Public House is extended to the restaurant patio and ice skating rental shop during colder months. This is made possible through Bromic Tungsten Gas heaters strategically placed around the perimeter of the building.
Our Process
The Gunn & Pegelow team takes pride in representing Reznor and Bromic— and providing a comprehensive range of HVAC solutions through this partnership. Reznor’s diverse product offering allows customization to meet various applications, while Bromic Heating stands out as the designer’s choice for gas and electric infrared patio heating.
Commercial Building Expertise
Gunn & Pegelow’s extensive experience in representing Reznor and Bromic since 1954 and 2018, respectively, showcases our ability to meet the unique demands of commercial HVAC needs. As a trusted partner to engineers, contractors, and distributors, we ensure tailored HVAC solutions that align seamlessly with the aesthetic and functional requirements of commercial spaces.
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