GK Engineers, LLC provided full Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) design services for the 8,500-square-foot 800 4th Street Funeral Home, a ground-up construction project developed for the Alter Group. The facility includes two chapel areas, office and gathering spaces, and associated support areas. The design focused on delivering reliable building systems that provide comfort, efficiency, and functionality in accordance with all applicable codes and standards for the State of Texas and the Authority Having Jurisdiction.

The HVAC system was designed to ensure year-round comfort and efficient operation throughout the facility. GK Engineers performed detailed heating and cooling load calculations to determine the appropriate equipment capacities for each zone. The system layout and duct distribution were developed to provide consistent air quality and comfort across public and private areas. Complete HVAC construction documents were prepared suitable for permitting and construction, including coordination for system type and equipment selections to be finalized during design development.

The electrical system was designed to support all functional requirements of the funeral home, including chapel lighting, general power, and specialized service equipment. A new electrical service and distribution system was developed for the facility, with branch circuits dedicated to HVAC systems, plumbing equipment, and general wiring devices. Interior lighting design was performed in coordination with the architect, owner, and lighting supplier to achieve appropriate illumination levels throughout the chapel areas, offices, and common spaces. Site lighting and façade lighting were incorporated into the design to ensure adequate exterior visibility, safety, and visual appeal during evening operation.

The plumbing system design included complete domestic water and sanitary sewer systems. A new domestic water service was routed to the building and distributed to plumbing fixtures throughout the facility. The domestic water line was extended to five feet outside the building for coordination with site utilities. Hot water distribution was designed as a central system with a recirculation loop to ensure efficient and consistent delivery. The sanitary system was routed to connect to existing site infrastructure, extending five feet outside the building to tie into civil utilities.