Commercial Project Spotlight: Build-Out for Pig Ate My Pizza
A bold restaurant concept needs more than a standard tenant build-out. The vision for Pig Ate My Pizza called for expanded square footage, integrated kitchen systems, and a patio capable of operating in every season. The completed space delivers energy up front and efficiency behind the scenes. The result is a restaurant environment designed to support both guest experience and daily operations.
Project Snapshot:
Project Type: Restaurant Build-Out
Scope: Two additions + full commercial kitchen construction
Key Features: Four-season patio, open kitchen, custom refrigeration system
Titus’ Role: Complete build execution and construction management
Project Overview
When a commercial property owner secured a new tenant for a vacant restaurant space, the opportunity required more than a cosmetic update. The incoming concept, Pig Ate My Pizza, needed expanded square footage, a fully built commercial kitchen, specialty refrigeration, and a four-season patio environment.
Titus was selected to manage and execute the complete build-out.
Scope & Complexity
This wasn’t a simple remodel. It was a multi-phase commercial expansion requiring precise sequencing across structural, mechanical, electrical, and food service systems.
Architectural plans were developed by a firm selected by the restaurant company. Titus then managed and executed the full build, including:
- 75' x 18' north-side structural addition
- 50' x 50' covered patio addition on the east side
- Full commercial kitchen build-out
- Dedicated dish room
- Restroom construction
- Custom-designed zoned refrigeration system:
- Freezer section
- Refrigerator section
- Dedicated beer cooler
- Complete construction management and trade coordination
Each element had to align with operational flow, health code requirements, and dining capacity.
Construction Management & Coordination
Restaurant construction requires disciplined coordination. Structural additions, kitchen systems, utilities, and interior finishes must integrate without conflict. Titus led:
- Sequencing of structural and interior scopes
- Subcontractor coordination across multiple trades
- Oversight of schedule aligned with opening targets
- Quality control across all systems
The result was a cohesive commercial build delivered through structured oversight and controlled execution.
Project Highlights
There are several standout elements that showcase the complexity of this build.
Four-Season Covered Patio
The 50' x 50' covered patio is one of the defining features of the finished space.
Designed for year-round use, it includes draw-down curtain walls and integrated heat tubes,
The result is an extended dining area that remains usable beyond traditional patio seasons, maximizing square footage and revenue potential.
Open Kitchen Concept
The open kitchen creates visual connection between guests and the culinary team. This design required precision coordination across mechanical systems, finishes, and layout to maintain both aesthetics and performance.
Custom Refrigeration and HVAC Systems
Rather than relying on standard equipment layouts, Titus designed and built a segmented refrigeration system that includes zoned areas: a freezer section, a refrigerator section, and a dedicated beer cooler.
The configuration supports efficient workflow while integrating cleanly into the overall kitchen design.
Why This Project Reflects Titus Commercial Expertise
This project demonstrates Titus’s ability to manage:
- Multi-addition structural expansions
- Full commercial kitchen construction
- Specialized refrigeration and HVAC systems
- Integrated indoor and outdoor dining environments
- Coordinated, multi-trade commercial execution
From the foundational structure to the decor placement, each component of this build had to function as part of a unified operational system.
The result is a fully realized restaurant environment built for performance, aesthetic appeal, and long-term operational success.
