Old is new again as sophisticated retailers seek historic real estate
PASADENA, Calif., September 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — After 135 years, Old Town Pasadena is getting an inside look at the historic bones of the Brunswick Court Building on Colorado Boulevard. This three-story gem is being carefully revitalized by builder Abbott Construction into an upscale mixed-use office and retail space. California Luxury electric car company Lucid Motors has already designated the ground floor as its new show floor.
A bird’s eye view inside the 135-year-old Brunswick Court building being revitalized by Abbott Construction in Old Town Pasadena.
“We are delighted that high-end tenants like Lucid Motors want to be part of Brunswick Court,” says the owner Kurt Bierschenk of the Doheny Family Trust. “With neighbors like Tiffany & Co. and Apple, it will be a fantastic destination for shopping, working and dining.”
The renovation includes seismic upgrades, structural reconstruction, a complete restoration of the historic exterior, as well as a new rooftop entertainment area. “These rays haven’t seen the sun since 1887,” says Abbott chief superintendent mark fresh water. “With so few historic buildings in Southern Californiait’s always fun to bring a structure like this back to life.”
The project reflects a growing West Coast trend of revitalizing older buildings into coveted new tenants and offices. Abbott Construction has seen an increase in demand in both Seattle and Los Angeles for historic renovations.
Brunswick Court is expected to be completed in November 2022. The rental of the upper floors is still in progress.
About Abbott Construction
Founded in 1983, Abbott Construction is a West Coast construction group known for its superior management and field team, top notch standards and craftsmanship. Abbott’s expertise is deep in pre-construction, project planning and professional construction execution in a variety of market sectors, including healthcare, retail, offices, nonprofits, mixed-use, education, and seismic improvements. Abbott is a member of STO Building Group and is headquartered in Seattlewith offices at Tacoma and Los Angeles. Learn more at abbottconstruction.com.
SOURCEAbbott Construction
