This project entailed a comprehensive exterior and interior renovation of a three-level structure located in the historic core of Downtown White Bear Lake, Minnesota. The scope encompassed a full architectural and structural intervention from the basement to the second-floor coffered ceiling. Due to the existing basement’s limited head height, excavation of the lower level was required, necessitating extensive foundation underpinning and reinforcement of the original sandstone walls.

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The first and second floors were completely reprogrammed to accommodate a new commercial kitchen, dual-level bar, elevator, and a feature steel staircase serving as the visual and spatial centerpiece of the interior. Exterior work involved the reconstruction of the façade with hand-crafted brick detailing, architectural lighting, new storefront columns, and historically informed window and cornice elements. The original metal cornice at the parapet was carefully restored as a key heritage feature. At the rear, a new façade and rooftop terrace were introduced to expand outdoor dining opportunities.