USS Midway Cafe 41

Project Location
San Diego, CA

Owner 
USS Midway Museum

Architect 
AVRP Studios

Market
Special Projects

Services
General Contracting, Self-Perform

Region
Southern California

Swinerton Office Location
San Diego, California

Keywords
Café Renovation, Occupied Space, Historical Preservation

Docked in San Diego Harbor, the USS Midway is a decommissioned battleship open to the public. The Midway Museum exhibits the rich history of the Navy and Military in San Diego. The existing café in the museum was renovated and modernized to increase the visitor experience. Work included architectural upgrades to the walls, floors, counters, and finishes. Structural upgrades were also made in support. Mechanical upgrades were made to the HVAC system, which included smoke damage removal from the space. Upgrades were made to the electrical and plumbing systems; communications systems; and fire/life safety systems, inclusive of fire alarms and fire suppression. Work was performed while the museum was open to the public.