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Request for Proposal- "Aquatic Entertainment Complex" City of Sunny Isles Beach, Florida November 8,2010 e layout that not only maximizes the parking count but also minimizes its construction cost. The design offers a substantial amount of above ground parking that will serve the proposed park, the Aquatic Entertainment Center, the retail establishments, and the public beach and pier located east of the subject property. The parking garage design incorporates approximately 19,000 square feet of ground level retail area. The retail spaces front the eastbound lane of Sunny Isles Boulevard and will activate the street while providing an enriched pedestrian experience consistent with the intent of the Town Center district. The commercial retail spaces will serve the daily retailing needs of the public and will serve as a source of revenue for the project. The commercial retail spaces can accommodate restaurant, retail or other commercial uses. Capturinq the views: Strategic planning and innovative design techniques were utilized to maximize the quality of views from the Park and the Aquatic Entertainment Center. The existing Collins Avenue vehicular ramp is a strong element that not only physically imposes itself on the site but also blocks views towards Collins Avenue and the beach. Since it cannot be ignored it is better used as a "molding" force that helps shape the Aquatic Entertainment Center building. e In this proposal both the building and the ramp are understood as key interlocking elements that define edge and balance each other. The horizontal thrust of the vehicular ramp is balanced by the vertical thrust of the Aquatic Entertainment Center building as it reaches upward for superior views. As described in the Site Planning Analysis, the views can be captured from higher elevations and, for that very same reason, the Aquatic Entertainment Center was advantageously positioned at an angle near the Collins Avenue frontage. The placement of the Aquatic Entertainment Center building is critical since it offers a great opportunity to capture the expanded northern views of Collins Avenue at the heart of Sunny Isles Beach as well as the eastern coastal beach views and the westerly Intracoastal waterway views, which also include views of protected mangroves and a state park. - Sustainable Desiqn Opportunity: The elongated east/west axis of the site affords the project great opportunities to take advantage of natural daylight while minimizing energy needs. All efforts will be made to maximize the use of regional and rapidly renewable materials in the construction of the building. The park, landscaped areas, water features, hardscapes and passive areas have been designed to maximize usability and durability while minimizing on-going maintenance costs. The landscaped areas have been designed to meet the Florida Friendly Landscapes requirements and incorporate the use of drought-tolerant and native plant species in order to minimize potable water use for irrigation purposes. The Aquarium Entertainment Complex also incorporates sustainable design elements as well as educational displays throughout identifying innovative building features that improve energy, water and resource efficiency. 6 of 32