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Situated at the intersection of Farnam and 37th Streets in Omaha's historic Blackstone District, 37 West Farnam is a nine-story mixed-use development that integrates residential, retail, and parking functions. The building comprises 161 residential units, over 17,000 square feet of ground-level commercial space, and a multi-level, 407-stall parking structure. The vertical program includes retail and parking on the first level, three levels of structured parking, a transition level with both residential units and parking, and five upper levels dedicated to residential use. The project is designed to align with the future Omaha Streetcar corridor, supporting the district's ongoing growth while respecting its historic character.

Morrissey Engineering delivered comprehensive Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) design services for this complex mixed-use high-rise, prioritizing system performance, efficiency, and long-term reliability. The MEP systems were coordinated to support a range of occupancy types, from active retail spaces to high-density residential units, and to address the challenges of stacked-use construction. High-efficiency HVAC systems were implemented to optimize occupant comfort under varying load conditions, while electrical distribution was designed to support both residential and commercial requirements. Plumbing systems were engineered for vertical distribution across multiple program types, ensuring consistent performance throughout the building.

Due to the project's scale and code complexity, particularly its classification as a high-rise with stacked occupancies, MEP design was essential for ensuring life safety, system redundancy, and code compliance. Morrissey Engineering collaborated with the design team to integrate non-combustible construction requirements, coordinate system routing within limited structural space, and support key architectural features, including elevated outdoor terraces and the large-scale art screen installation. Through a collaborative and value-driven approach, the team addressed budget challenges in a volatile construction market, resulting in a high-performance building that contributes to Omaha's urban core.