The Little Crane
Motel: A Complete
Redevelopment
Where a dated single-story concrete shell became a two-story commercial property with new structure, utilities, decks, and finishes across every unit.
From Concrete Shell to
Full Commercial Property
The Little Crane Motel was a single-story concrete block structure with apartment-style units on the ground level. No second floor, outdated utilities throughout, and a building that no longer met current commercial code requirements. The concrete shell was the only element worth keeping — everything inside and above it needed to go.
Baldwin Builders managed the full redevelopment: demolition of the interior and upper structure, reinforcement of the existing concrete with new poured material to meet load-bearing and regulatory requirements, and construction of a complete second floor where none had existed. New concrete beams were installed to support the upper-level deck system and second-floor framing.
Every trade was coordinated through a single point of management — framing, roofing, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, drywall, flooring, and exterior finishes. The lower floor concrete was filled and reinforced to uphold current structural regulations before any vertical construction could begin.
Scope of Work
Demolition & Assessment
Gutted the entire interior. Evaluated the existing concrete shell and identified where reinforcement was required to support a second floor and meet current commercial structural codes.
Concrete & Foundation
Filled and reinforced the existing lower-floor concrete to meet load-bearing requirements. Poured new concrete beams to support the upper-level deck system and second-floor framing.
Second-Floor Construction
Built a complete second story — framing, sheathing, roofing, windows, and exterior finishes. Engineered for coastal wind loads and commercial occupancy requirements.
MEP Systems
New plumbing, electrical, and HVAC throughout both floors. All systems run and inspected to current commercial code — nothing carried over from the original build.
Decks & Balconies
Constructed new balconies on the upper floor and a full deck system on concrete beam supports. New siding, railings, exterior paint, and a shared outdoor common area.
Interior Finish & Closeout
Drywall, flooring, trim, fixtures, paint, and final finishes across every unit on both floors. Inspections cleared and property handed over for operation.
Technical Specifications
All Trades CoordinatedStructural Concrete
Existing lower-floor shell filled and reinforced with new poured concrete. New concrete beams installed to support upper deck system and second-story load requirements.
Full MEP Replacement
Complete plumbing, electrical, and HVAC systems installed across both floors. All mechanical, electrical, and plumbing run new — nothing reused from the original build.
Second-Floor Framing
Full second story constructed where none existed — framing, sheathing, roofing, windows, and exterior finishes rated for coastal wind loads and commercial occupancy.
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