Developer Rocco Termini has started the first of a pair of adaptive reuse projects north of Buffalo State College. Work is underway at 316 Grote Street to convert the former Houk Wire Wheel building into a mix of commercial and residential space.
The $6.72 million Houk Lofts project will contain 22 one and two-bedroom apartments and commercial space. A tattoo studio and hair salon are expected to be among the tenants in the 28,160 sq.ft. building.
Termini is also planning to convert the nearby FWS complex at 1738 Elmwood Avenue into residential, office and restaurant space. Work on that project has not started.
Rendering courtesy of BMS Design