M’Tucci Bar Roma
Overview
The project was to convert an existing building brewery and bar that had original been a automotive sales office and then a brew pub into a new Italian restaurant and bar seating 350. A speakeasy was also designed with a new bar area. The M’tucci Bar Roma moved into the Jones Motor Company building which was commissioned in 1939. The Art Moderne-style building on what was then the eastern edge of the city was state-of-the-art for its time, with a rear canopy for travelers’ comfort, a corner location that allowed access to pumps from two sides, and a curved front window that let passerby see the new model Fords of the day.
design scope
The mechanical systems were upgraded including fire protection, HVAC units, and plumbing system for a complete production kitchen. The electrical system was upgraded with a new electrical service, new specialty lighting, power to new kitchen and HVAC equipment. The existing kitchen used for cooking was renovated to increase cooking and serving capacity, as well as a new bar, private dining space. The electrical system was increased in size to serve new lighting, additional kitchen equipment and liquor service.