CLIENT: LABORDE PRODUCTS | LOCATION: COVINGTON, LA
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The Laborde Warehouse Building is a strategic expansion for Laborde Products in Covington, Louisiana, delivering a highly functional operations and distribution facility tailored to the company’s growing demands. Designed to strengthen day-to-day efficiency and long-term scalability, the project balances durable, high-performance warehouse infrastructure with flexible space planning to support evolving inventory, logistics, and service needs.
From the outset, the team focused on smart problem-solving to maximize value without sacrificing performance. Through a disciplined value-engineering process, we identified targeted improvements that reduced overall costs by up to $100,000, including refined insulation strategies, a more durable alternative door system, and streamlined site preparation approaches. These decisions protected the building’s operational integrity while keeping the project aligned with budget priorities.
A critical component of the work was the resubdivision of multiple properties to simplify permitting and fully leverage the site. By navigating zoning and planning requirements and coordinating approvals, our team unlocked additional buildable area and removed restrictive setbacks that would have limited the building footprint and circulation. Inside the facility, the integration of two 20-ton overhead cranes required precise structural coordination to maintain clearances and support uninterrupted material handling. Close collaboration with engineers and contractors ensured the crane systems, structure, and workflow aligned seamlessly.
By proactively addressing permitting complexities and refining key design and construction details, Greenleaf Architects delivered a resilient, efficient facility that supports Laborde Products today while providing the flexibility to expand and adapt for years to come.
