
Greenhouse Design LLC
Controlled Environment Agriculture & Greenhouse Engineering Services
About the firm
Greenhouse Design LLC specializes in engineering services for commercial, institutional, and research greenhouse facilities across North America. Working independently of manufacturers, the practice provides specialized expertise in site planning, environmental system specifications, feasibility studies, building condition assessments, and construction supervision.
- Team
- Micro
- Firm type
- Structural Engineering · Mechanical Engineering · Automation & Controls · Owner's Engineer
People
Gregg D. ShortSenior Partner
Alexander TurkewitschPresident and Greenhouse Consultant
Bruno FaucherEngineer
Casondra MeyersTeam Member
Jim CorneliusTeam Member
Capabilities
Planning and Feasibility
Service websitePre-construction advisory services help define the scope and viability of controlled-environment agriculture facilities.
- Site Planning
Strategic evaluation of land and resources to determine optimal layout and orientation for greenhouse structures.
- Feasibility Studies
Detailed engineering and technical analyses to evaluate the viability of proposed agricultural facilities.
- Business Planning
Development of operational frameworks and planning models to support commercial greenhouse viability.
Greenhouse Engineering and Design
Service websiteComprehensive engineering drawings and detailed specifications prepare projects for bidding and construction.
- Greenhouse System Specifications
Customized definitions of structural, mechanical, and environmental systems tailored to specific crops.
- Growth Chamber Specifications
Technical guidelines for highly controlled, enclosed growing chambers used in research and production.
- Building Condition Assessments
Evaluations of existing greenhouse facilities to identify structural or mechanical deficiencies and repair needs.
- Energy Studies
Analysis of heating, cooling, and lighting systems to optimize energy efficiency and operational costs.
- Tender Drawings and Specifications
Development of detailed design packages suitable for competitive bidding and construction procurement.
- Forensic Greenhouse Engineering
Investigation of structural, mechanical, or operational failures in existing controlled environments.
Construction Support and Cost Estimation
Service websiteProject management and cost tracking services ensure construction aligns with specifications and budget guidelines.
- Cost Estimation
Detailed project costing based on comparable projects and vendor rates across North America.
- Bid and Construction Supervision
Oversight during the contractor bidding process and throughout active construction phases to maintain quality.
Controlled Environment Agriculture Specialization
Service websiteCustom engineering solutions tailored to the unique climate, crop, and structural requirements of diverse greenhouse facilities.
- Production Greenhouse Engineering
Specialized engineering design for large-scale commercial and crop production greenhouse facilities.
- Conservatory Greenhouse Engineering
Structural and systems design for public, exhibition, and botanical conservatory greenhouses.
- Teaching Greenhouse Engineering
Engineering of greenhouse facilities optimized for academic instruction and student training.
- Research Greenhouse Engineering
High-precision engineering for institutional and research greenhouses requiring strict climate control.
- Hydroponic System Integration
Design and integration of soil-less growing systems and irrigation loops within controlled environments.
Industries
Agriculture · Research Facilities · Education · Commercial
Projects
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