The Living Desert

The Living Desert
Palm Desert, California

Project Summary

Earth Systems conducted a geotechnical engineering investigation for the planned Phase 1 Entry way at the Living Desert in Palm Desert, Riverside County, California.  The proposed improvements included two, one to two-story buildings and a nearby 40-50’ tall entry tower. The buildings total approximately 7,000 square feet. Additional site development included clearing and grubbing of vegetation, site grading, building pad preparation, underground utilities, a basin and drywells for runoff detention and percolation, pavement areas, flatwork, concrete driveway, and sidewalk placement.

Geotechnical Engineering

Earth Systems conducted a geotechnical engineering investigation for several additions and enhancements including two one-to two-story buildings and a 40-50′ tower. Additional site development included clearing and grubbing of vegetation, site grading, building pad preparation, underground utilities, a basin and drywells for runoff detention and percolation, pavement areas, flatwork, concrete driveway, and sidewalk placement.

Materials Testing and Inspection

During construction, Earth Systems was retained to provide grading observation and testing.

Australian Aviary

Improvements included a new wallaby holding building and aviary space placed underneath the Coyote Café seating expansion.