Hyatt Regency
- New Orleans, Louisiana
Technical Hurdles: Following the devastation of Hurricane Katrina, the Hyatt Regency New Orleans underwent a $275 million redesign and revitalization, requiring complete mechanical, plumbing, and fire protection system upgrades. ADG’s role involved designing systems for a massive downtown facility featuring 1,193 guest rooms, 200,000 square feet of event space, and multiple entertainment/dining venues. The complexity of integrating a central plant upgrade, multi-zone ventilation, and a 30-story atrium smoke evacuation system into an existing structure presented significant design challenges, requiring both innovation and precision.
Logistical Constraints:The project demanded phased construction in a high-traffic downtown location adjacent to the Mercedes-Benz Superdome. Coordinating deliveries, equipment installation, and system commissioning across a 30-story facility required precise scheduling and collaboration with multiple contractors. The scope also included specialized spaces such as restaurants, a media/action bar, retail markets, and health facilities, each with unique MEP/FP requirements.
Client Satisfaction & Benefits
The revitalized Hyatt Regency has become a landmark hospitality destination, offering state-of-the-art event spaces, modern guest accommodations, and optimized building systems that enhance comfort, safety, and operational efficiency. The client recognized ADG’s ability to deliver high-performance mechanical and safety systems within a challenging retrofit environment, contributing to the hotel’s successful reopening and long-term sustainability.
Advanced Technology : ADG implemented DDC-controlled central plant automation, optimizing chilled water system flow and delivery. The design incorporated a sophisticated multi-zone demand ventilation system for energy efficiency and a 30-story atrium smoke evacuation system for enhanced life safety. Each system was carefully integrated to work seamlessly with the building’s existing infrastructure while meeting modern performance standards.