Climb Nora
project details
| Location | Federal Way, WA |
| Project Type | Tenant Improvement (TI) / Change of Use |
| Category | Recreation and Fitness |
| Size | 12,000 sq. ft. |
| Completion Year | 2025 |
Precision Engineering for Federal Way’s First Climbing Facility
PDK Corporation is proud to announce the completion of Climb Nora, a landmark 12,000-square-foot facility and the first dedicated climbing gym in Federal Way, WA. This project required a sophisticated Change of Use conversion, transitioning an existing shell into a high-performance recreational space. Our team managed every facet of the transformation, from navigating rigorous municipal permit hurdles to executing complex structural reinforcements required for specialty climbing loads and future-proofing the facility for renewable energy.
Key Solutions & Impact
Advanced Permit Navigation
PDK Corporation successfully resolved complex permit difficulties with the City of Federal Way, ensuring the project met all zoning and safety requirements for a high-occupancy recreation center.
Structural Steel Reinforcements
To accommodate the unique physics of a climbing gym, we performed extensive purlin reinforcements and structural steel upgrades, rectifying non-compliant legacy practices to ensure total wall stability.
Energy Code & Solar Integration
Our team managed full energy code compliance, including high-efficiency insulation and structural/electrical support systems designed specifically for future solar panel installation.
Specialized MEP Systems
We designed and installed completely new Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) systems to handle the specific ventilation and power needs of a modern fitness facility.
Services Provided
Structural Engineering
Purlin reinforcement and structural steel installation.
Mechanical & Electrical
New MEP systems and solar-ready electrical infrastructure.
Envelope Upgrades
Comprehensive insulation and Washington State Energy Code compliance.
Consulting
Complex permit navigation and Change of Use management.
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