Commercial
Orella Group’s Commercial Division executes renovations and project programs across Canada for our partners with end-to-end accountability. From initial site assessment to city sign offs, we manage every stage of the project lifecycle to ensure retail and office environments remain operational and on brand. With our coverage, scale and expertise we serve as a strategic asset to our partners.
Case Studies
National Project
Management
We provide centralized oversight for multi-site capital improvements across Canada. Our team manages the entire project lifecycle, from procurement and logistics to site execution.
Interior Renovations & Tenant Fit-Outs
We execute high-complexity renovations for specialized retail, office, and hospitality environments. We specialize in “live-environment” construction, implementing strategic phasing plans and containment to ensure business continuity during the build.
National Project
Programs
We deliver scalable execution for multi-site initiatives. Our Project Managers and national trade partners maintain brand standards, control timelines, and minimize operational disruption.
Pre-Construction & Feasibility
We serve as a trusted partner during the planning phase, providing site assessments, budget modeling, and technical expertise. This ensures that national rollouts are grounded in operational reality before a single site is mobilized.
National Retail Scale & Execution
- CLIENT
The Home Depot of Canada
- PROJECT
Annual National Washroom Refresh Program
- LOCATION
22 Stores | 6 Provinces | 5-Month Timeline
Executive Summary
National Project
Management
Utilized a centralized point of contact to coordinate trades, permits, and orders and deliveries across 22 sites, ensuring uniform quality and spec-adherence from the Maritimes to the West Coast.
Customer Experience
Continuity
Managed VIP washroom trailers at every location. This temporary infrastructure maintained a high-end experience for customers and staff throughout the construction phase.
Operational
Integration
Utilized a centralized point of contact to coordinate trades, permits, and orders and deliveries across 22 sites, ensuring uniform quality and spec-adherence from the Maritimes to the West Coast.
Regulatory & Permit
Management
Managed VIP washroom trailers at every location. This temporary infrastructure maintained a high-end experience for customers and staff throughout the construction phase.
Hatch Global HQ Kitchen & Cafeteria Modernization
- CLIENT
Hatch Engineering (Global HQ)
- PROJECT
Commercial Kitchen Overhaul
- LOCATION
Mississauga, ON
Executive Summary
Executed a complete overhaul of the commercial kitchen and cafeteria at Hatch’s Global Headquarters. The project required replacing dated commercial kitchen equipment and replacing end of life infrastructure with modern, smart-monitored equipment while maintaining 100% staff meal service through an onsite temporary kitchen. All high-impact work was performed off-hours to accommodate Hatch’s bustling work environment. The result was a turnkey modernization delivered with zero operational downtime.
Direct Stakeholder
Coordination
Managed daily site logistics in direct collaboration with Hatch’s internal Facilities, Security and IT teams. This ensured seamless hand-offs between construction phases and re-launch of the cafeteria.
Lead Project
Governance
Chaired weekly coordination meetings with 12 key stakeholders. Took ownership of the agenda to manage complex change orders, budget tracking, and progress reporting, ensuring project alignment despite shifting requirements.
Strategic
Phasing
Executed all high-impact demolition, structural work and deliveries during off-hours to prevent disruption to the day to day of Hatch’s work.
Operational
Continuity
Set up and maintenance of onsite temporary kitchen facility for the duration of the build, ensuring 100% meal service continuity for Hatch’s staff.
Corporate HQ Interior Modernization
- CLIENT
Boehringer Ingelheim
- PROJECT
Canadian HQ Renovation
- LOCATION
Burlington, ON
Executive Summary
Boehringer Ingelheim required an extensive renovation at their Canadian headquarters while the facility remained fully operational. The scope included removal of walls, the construction of new private offices/communal areas, and seamless integration into existing mechanical and electrical systems. Through strategic project phasing and off-hours execution, we completed the modernization, including the installation of a custom 26-foot living wall with zero disruption to the daily productivity of the client’s staff.
Design Build
Collaboration
Working from the client’s initial concept, our team collaborated to develop drawings, secure permits, and establish project budgets. This integrated approach created a clear and efficient path from idea to execution.
Strategic
Phasing
Disruptive construction activities were strategically scheduled during evenings and weekends, allowing employees to maintain productivity while the renovation progressed without interruption to daily operations.
Biophilic Integration
(Living Wall)
Designed and constructed a 26-foot living wall with integrated monitoring and automated fertilization to ensure long-term sustainability and ease of maintenance. The installation introduces natural elements into the workspace, supporting employee well-being while creating a striking visual centerpiece.
On Time &
On Budget
Following approval of budgets and phasing, the project was delivered as planned. Proactive coordination minimized schedule changes and avoided unnecessary change orders, ensuring a smooth renovation with no disruption to staff.
District Office and Associate Areas
- CLIENT
Home Depot
- PROJECT
Associate Area Refresh and District Office Modernization
- LOCATION
Canada Wide
Executive Summary
Orella Group executed a national rollout to modernize staff environments for Home Depot, encompassing 12 Associate Area refreshes and comprehensive District Office reconstructions. Operating exclusively on night shifts, we delivered full-scale interior transformations in Calgary and Brantford, alongside multi-site facility upgrades nationwide. Our approach allowed for complete site turnover each morning, ensuring that store operations, associate workflows, and customer service remained entirely unaffected by the construction process.
Zero-Downtime
Night Execution
All demolition and construction activities were performed during off hours. Sites were fully cleaned and turned over daily, ensuring a seamless transition for morning staff.
National Rollout
Consistency
We managed the simultaneous refresh of 12 associate areas, delivering standardized results across multiple regions.
Comprehensive Office
Reconstruction
For the Calgary and Brantford Offices, we managed the full project lifecycle from total demolition to final furniture installation, including upgraded lighting, acoustic ceiling panels, and new flooring.
End-to-End Project
Accountability
Our project management team provided a single point of contact for all site activities, coordinating multiple trades and orders to ensure all locations met the standards set fourth by Home Depot Head Office.
Strategic Expansion and Refresh
- CLIENT
The Big Carrot
- PROJECT
Flagship Location Expansion and Refresh
- LOCATION
Toronto, ON
Executive Summary
Orella Group managed a multi-phased expansion and renovation for The Big Carrot’s flagship Danforth location. The project involved interior modernizations of the existing grocery footprint alongside a strategic expansion into two adjacent commercial units. Our team coordinated structural transitions and high-traffic interior fit-outs while ensuring the primary retail environment remained fully operational and compliant with food safety standards throughout the construction lifecycle.
Live-Environment
Continuity
Execution was managed through strategic phasing and night shift-scheduling, allowing the store to maintain regular operating hours and revenue streams without compromising the customer experience.
Seamless Systems
Integration
Successfully integrated new mechanical, electrical, HVAC, data and security systems to existing with no disruption to operations.
Health & Safety
Compliance
Given the grocery setting, our team implemented advanced dust mitigation and debris containment to meet strict food-grade cleanliness standards during all phases of demolition and construction.
Multi-Unit
Coordination
By managing the renovation of the original space and the build-out of the expansion units simultaneously, we condensed the overall project timeline and ensured consistent finishes across the entire plaza footprint.
New Commercial Restaurant Build-out
- CLIENT
Top Gun Burgers
- PROJECT
Flagship build-out
- LOCATION
Toronto, ON
Executive Summary
Executed the complete transformation of a vacant unit into a fully operational flagship location for Top Gun Burgers. The project involved a comprehensive build-out including all-new utility infrastructure, high-capacity commercial kitchen systems, and a fully customized interior fit-out. Delivered as a turnkey solution, the project met all health, fire, and building code requirements while adhering to an accelerated schedule to support the client’s grand opening.
Direct Principal
Collaboration
Partnered directly with Top Gun’s head office to execute their flagship vision. Acted as the primary technical advisor to ensure brand-specific aesthetics were balanced with high-volume kitchen functionality.
Technical
Infrastructure
Focused on precision installation of high-capacity HVAC/MAU systems and specialized gas lines, ensuring the facility was optimized for Top Gun’s high-output cooking requirements.
Standardized QSR
Execution
Delivered a textbook turnkey build-out, managing the transition from raw commercial shell to a fully commissioned kitchen and dining area.
Regulatory
Compliance
Managed the standard municipal and health department approval cycle, delivering a “Ready-to-Open” site that met all corporate and provincial standards on the first inspection.
Window Treatment Upgrade at Scale
- CLIENT
Hatch
- PROJECT
Roller Shade Replacement
- LOCATION
Mississauga, Ontario
Executive Summary
Orella Group executed an extensive window treatment modernization for Hatch’s three-story global headquarters, involving the decommissioning and replacement of 347 roller shades spanning 1,497 linear feet. Beyond simple installation, this project required the systematic disassembly and reinstatement of smart workstations along the building’s perimeter. By managing a multi-trade schedule and coordinating directly with Hatch’s internal communications team, we completed the full scope during off-hours, ensuring the facility remained 100% operational for staff each morning.
Integrated Trade
Coordination
We managed a synchronized team of electricians, furniture technicians, and specialized installers to decommission and reinstate complex workstations containing live data and power feeds without service interruption.
Seamless Facility
Decommissioning
The scope included the removal and disposal of 347 existing units, followed by patch/painting and preparation to ensure a clean, professional finish for the new installation.
Logistical Stakeholder
Management
We worked closely with Hatch’s internal teams to coordinate a rolling schedule, ensuring staff were notified of desk availability and that all personal and corporate assets were protected and returned.
Off-Hours Execution
at Scale
To prevent disruption, all work was performed during night and weekend shifts. Our project management team ensured that 1,497 linear feet of window treatments were installed and all workstations were fully functional before the start of each business day.
Parking Lot Fencing – Security Upgrade and Asset Protection
- CLIENT
Reliance Home Comfort
- PROJECT
Fence and Automated Gate
- LOCATION
Windsor, Ontario
Executive Summary
Orella Group was approached with a security and asset protection issue at a branch location. This request included design, function, and logistics to be considered a success. Working closely with the branch to understand specific processes and requirements ensured the end-result not only met budget and asset protection needs but it also served a functional purpose for the business.
Purpose-Driven
Design
Both decision-makers and end users were engaged to ensure the design addressed the partner’s needs holistically. With multiple stakeholders involved, clear communication was critical to project success. Detailed 3D models and layout visuals provided transparency throughout the process and ensured alignment on expectations before implementation.
Cost Strategy & Budget
Optimization
Our objective was to develop a solution that optimized budget while delivering clear, defensible ROI. Asset protection is often underestimated but plays a critical role in preserving long-term value. The design strategy resolved the issue while remaining aligned with annual budgets.
Coordinated Project
Execution
Clear communication and proactive scheduling ensured efficient execution without disrupting operations. Our team’s foresight and agility maintained project momentum throughout the process while ensuring all key milestones and deadlines were achieved.
Security & Asset
Protection
Strategic design and functionality strengthened site security and restricted unauthorized access. Reducing the risk of theft, vandalism, violence, and operational disruption was central to the project and successfully achieved at turnover.
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