Kaas Wilson Architects
Bloomington, MN
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700 Central
Minneapolis, MN
700 Central is a prime example of adaptive reuse and historic preservation. Floors, columns, beams, and their connections are celebrated by being left exposed. Each existing building has a unique structural system despite appearing as similar brick warehouses from the exterior—the 708 building… Read More
700 Central is a prime example of adaptive reuse and historic preservation. There are 80 market-rate apartment units as part of this redevelopment ranging from studios to two-bedroom units. The units have been carefully designed around the existing structure and act as a gentle addition to the exist… Read More
Each existing building has a unique structural system despite appearing as similar brick warehouses from the exterior—the 708 building a 7-story reinforced concrete frame and the 700 building a 4-story heavy timber frame. Leaving these two different structures exposed has created a profoundly comple… Read More
In addition to the residential units, the project incorporates mixed-use components as well. There are two leased spaces on the ground level of the 700 building. Currently, one of the spaces is a restaurant and the other is retail. Photography by: Brian Petereck Photography and Kaas Wilson
700 Central is a prime example of adaptive reuse and historic preservation. There are 80 market-rate apartment units as part of this redevelopment ranging from studios to two-bedroom units. The units have been carefully designed around the existing structure and act as a gentle addition to the exist… Read More
Each existing building has a unique structural system despite appearing as similar brick warehouses from the exterior—the 708 building a 7-story reinforced concrete frame and the 700 building a 4-story heavy timber frame. Leaving these two different structures exposed has created a profoundly comple… Read More