Capacity Planning and Access Mapping
Storage units are specified by content, volume, and retrieval frequency. Frequently used items are located between 600 mm and 1500 mm from floor level for reach without bending. Bulk and seasonal storage is allocated above 1800 mm or below 300 mm. The layout separates daily access from long-term storage to reduce cross movement.
Underutilized areas are converted to storage based on dimension and load capacity. Wall recesses, corners, and plinth zones are detailed for pull-outs, drawers, and vertical units. Each unit is dimensioned for internal clearance, door swing, and adjacent circulation. No storage zone obstructs a primary path.
Internal partitions, shelf spacing, and rod heights are fixed to suit clothing, files, or equipment as listed by the client. All dimensions were verified against contents before fabrication. This prevents on-site rework and ensures delivered capacity matches approved drawings.
Joinery Specification and Hardware Control
Joinery is engineered as an integrated system for load, cycles, and access. Carcass panels are specified for span and deflection under full load. Drawer bases and shelves are specified for kilogram load per linear metre. Each compartment has a defined function and documented capacity.
Hardware is selected for load, cycle count, and maintenance access. Channels, hinges, and lifts are stainless grade 304 in wet or high-use zones. Pull-outs and corner mechanisms are rated for full extension and silent close. Handle positions and clearances are fixed for hand access without pinch points.
Concealed and open storage are combined to control visual bulk while maintaining access. Internal lighting is specified for switch type and lux level where required. The system is built to meet specification at handover and after ten years of service.
Storage is correct when capacity is calculated, access is measured, and hardware performs to rated load and cycles. Specification determines finish. There is no variance between drawing and site.
PMC Design Standards
Integration Detail and Installation Control
Storage units are integrated with architecture for line, level, and shadow gap control. Face alignment with walls, floors, and ceilings is set to 2 mm tolerance. End panels and skirtings are scribed to site conditions to remove gaps. All visible joints are aligned to maintain clean lines.
Finishes are selected for abrasion resistance, cleanability, and edge durability. Edge bands and seals are specified for impact and moisture control. All laminates, veneers, and hardware were approved by sample before procurement. Finishes are applied under controlled conditions with documented thickness and curing time.
Service routes for lighting and power are fixed before carcass installation. All joinery was installed under a checked schedule with hold points for alignment and hardware testing. The storage system was delivered to match the approved capacity schedule and drawings with zero deviation.
