Ground-up construction of 19,000 SF manufacturing building with connector corridor to existing adjacent Abbey.

Scope included large open Candy/Chocolate Production Area, Prep. Kitchen, Nut Roasting Room, Walk-in Refrigerator and Freezer, Warehouse / Storage, Shipping & Receiving/Mailing area, and Administrative Space.

Specific emphasis was placed on energy conservation. Major sustainable design elements include geothermal earth coupling system, solar domestic water generation, rain water collection / reuse system, and coordination of on-site wind turbine.