The Marriott Headquarters Hotel project in Bethesda, MD presented Blackrock Development with a unique challenge: upgrading the hotel's pizza oven system while maintaining full operational capacity. This intricate task involved replacing the flue and exhaust system, as well as converting the pizza oven from wood to gas, all while minimizing disruptions to the hotel's daily functions. The complexity of the project demanded meticulous planning and execution, particularly given the sensitive nature of working within an active hospitality environment.

A key aspect of the project was the reprogramming of the exhaust system specifically for the newly converted pizza oven. This required a deep understanding of commercial kitchen ventilation systems and their interaction with various cooking appliances. Throughout the process, Blackrock Development maintained close collaboration with Marriott's facilities team, ensuring alignment with the hotel's operational needs and stringent quality standards. The successful completion of this project not only improved the functionality of the pizza oven but also contributed to the overall enhancement of the hotel's culinary capabilities, exemplifying Blackrock Development's commitment to delivering solutions that balance innovation with practical application in high-stakes environments.