“The majority of our concept is private offices with shared amenities,” Lapin said. “You can have 100 different businesses operating side by side, each with their own space, but still benefit from collaboration and shared resources.”
Lapin said the project fits squarely within Urban Office’s broader philosophy of adaptive reuse, which focuses on purchasing existing buildings and converting them into modern, amenity-rich workspaces.
“We typically buy existing buildings and focus on adaptive reuse,” he said. “That allows us to move faster than building from scratch and deliver Class A finishes without charging downtown prices.”
The building’s industrial character was a major draw. Portions of the warehouse feature ceilings reaching roughly 30 feet, creating the opportunity for a light-filled workspace with a clean, modern industrial vibe.
In addition to coworking space, Lapin plans to carve out roughly 2,000 square feet of retail at the southeast corner of the building, fronting 23rd Avenue South. The space is expected to become a café, bakery, or similar concept designed to serve both Urban Office members and the surrounding neighborhood.