Montgomery Road, Pleasant Ridge OH
The project description
Location
Montgomery Road
Pleasant Ridge OH
Specifications
- 4,300+ SF interior renovation and new exterior entry/patio
- Conversion of former office space into a new coffee shop
- Restoration of original building fenestration, adding natural light and views to the interior
The project summary
- 4,300+ SF interior renovation
- Converted existing office to retail coffee shop
- Restored original building fenestration to bring in natural light and views
- Program added new kitchen, bar area, seating, radio room, and communal areas.
Terrex services
- Conceptual Budgeting
- Cost Estimating
- Bidding
- Construction Management
Design Team:
- WiFIVE architects
Coffee Exchange
Terrex helps recreate new Coffee Exchange in Pleasant Ridge
On June 7, 2018, a devastating three-alarm fire broke out in the apartment above the Coffee Exchange in Pleasant Ridge. Owners of the shop, Sarah and Joe Peters, were relieved that no one was hurt, but their business suffered a total loss. Sarah and Joe were introduced to Terrex with the intent of rebuilding, but were unable to convince the building owners to do so. Undaunted, Sarah and Joe, found another available building just down the street that offered them more space, adjacent parking, and the opportunity to create an even better Coffee Exchange shop.
Sarah and Joe engaged Terrex to help them renovate the 4,300 SF space into their new coffee shop and bakery cafe. The new space required restoring the original building facade and windows, which dramatically increased the natural light and views from within. The interiors were gutted to the structure and the new construction of the space created areas for cafe style seating, bar area, bakery kitchen, radio studio, meeting rooms, and a small merchandise area. The new Coffee Exchange is an incredible story of perseverance and Terrex is proud of the role we could play to help Sarah and Joe achieve their new vision.
Testimonials
Terrex has been a trusted partner to us in revitalizing Uptown Cincinnati. They have exceeded our expectations by bringing a thoughtful and cooperative approach to project development and aligned it with a shared vision for the future. We are proud of our partnership with the Terrex team.
Having worked with Terrex on multiple projects over several years, I have found them to be key project team members. From the early concept phases, all the way through construction, Terrex is a trusted partner and advisor in every step of the way. They help guide teams through the decision making process for fantastic outcomes that align with the client’s vision. Trustworthy, transparent, and collaborative are traits that I would use to describe their team. It is always a pleasure to have them be a part of the project team.
My WEB Ventures partners and I have developed a close, collaborative relationship with Terrex. We worked closely with Tom Rowe and Peter Horton, Terrex Principals, to complete a Community Benefits Agreement (CBA) for the Digital Futures Project and collaborated to implement the CBA during the development, construction, and completion of the Digital Futures Complex in Uptown Cincinnati. Tom and Peter would work with us and supported interventions necessary to stay on track with CBA objectives Because of the close collaboration with Terrex and their leadership, we exceeded all the goals of the CBA. Tom and Peter proposed innovative, “outside of the box” actions beyond the specific CBA goals to help us meet not only the specific goals of the CBA but the spirit of true economic inclusion.
Terrex has been an invaluable partner to the zoo as we have embarked on the most aggressive and ambitious capital campaign in our 150 year history. Specifically, their pre-construction team was absolutely crucial in helping us navigate the chaos of the recent few years, through the pandemic, in helping us keep our budget up to date and on track on our massive Elephant Trek Project. Top notch professionals all the way around!