Containing unique, geometrically-complex high-bay space, Building 104 is ideally suited to high-end residential lofts or hospitality uses such as a restaurant/bar or micro-brewery.   Addition of floors will allow the building footprint to be used efficiently while retaining the visual richness associated with the complex volumes and structural elements.

Converted for residential use, the building would accommodate approximately 23 loft apartments or condos.  Given the high ceiling heights possible even with additional floors, great light, interesting roof lines and trusses, and intimate scale, the building is ideally-suited for premium loft condos.

If developed as a residential condominium, the building would include significant Green features, including high performance windows and energy-star rated appliances, high efficiency electric heat pumps for HVAC, condensing washer/dryers in each unit (which reduce energy and water consumption), and solar panels on the roof to provide power for common areas.  These features help attract a segment of buyers and lower the cost of living, enabling higher price realization.

Adapted for hospitality use, the building could provide between 13,000 s.f. to 23,000 s.f. depending on the extent of additional floors inserted.  The building is ideal for creating the hip, funky, visually-rich space in strong demand for restaurants, brew pubs or other entertainment spaces.  With the addition of additional floors, the building could accommodate private function areas or other uses in addition to a main seating area on the ground floor.

If converted to hospitality use, green features will remain important.  High performance windows, high efficiency HVAC systems, solar photovoltaic systems, and water conserving fixtures will reduce operating expense.  Materials that are recycled or rapidly renewable will provide a “hip” patina to what will be exciting space to begin with.