Commercial

Armitage Architecture served as the Prime Architecture and Engineering firm for the adaptive reuse of a 10,206 square foot, 100 year old historic building located in the Historic District of Downtown North Tonawanda, New York. The project transformed the former commercial office building into a vibrant mixed-use facility featuring twelve residential apartments and a coffee shop.  

The design approach preserved the historic character of the structure while modernizing the interior to meet current building codes and program requirements without expanding the building footprint. The completed project revitalizes a key historic property in downtown North Tonawanda, creating new housing opportunities and activating the streetscape with community focused retail space. 

Armitage leveraged its fully integrated architecture, engineering, and construction capabilities to design and build its own 4,100 square foot, two story headquarters in Buffalo, New York. Delivered as a Design Build project, the new office reflects our hands on approach to project execution and showcases the collaboration between our in house architectural, engineering, and construction management teams.   

The project began with a strategic space planning effort to create a highly functional workplace that supports project management, design collaboration, and client engagement. Our team developed the architectural design, structural and MEP engineering systems, and construction documentation while simultaneously preparing detailed cost estimates and schedules to maintain budget and timeline control. The building incorporates efficient mechanical and electrical systems, flexible workspaces, collaborative meeting areas, and durable materials selected for long term performance.

The result is a modern, purpose built headquarters that embodies our commitment to safety, efficiency, and technical excellence while serving as a living example of our Design Build expertise in action.

Armitage Architecture served as Project Architect for the adaptive reuse of the historic Schaefer Malt House in Buffalo, New York. Originally constructed in the late 1880s, the 33,189 square foot building is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and remains one of the few surviving large scale industrial structures in the area that retains its original form, materials, and architectural character. The site also includes the only remaining crib constructed grain elevator in the area. 

  The project transformed the former industrial malting facility into 32 unit multifamily housing while preserving the defining historic features of the structure. A comprehensive existing conditions assessment was completed, including detailed inspections and evaluation of all major building systems and the exterior envelope prior to design.

The completed development revitalizes a significant historic industrial landmark, preserving an important piece of Buffalo’s architectural heritage while introducing high quality residential living to the surrounding neighborhood.

Armitage Architecture served as Project Architect for the adaptive reuse of the historic Schaefer Malt House in Buffalo, New York. Originally constructed in the late 1880s, the 33,189 square foot building is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and remains one of the few surviving large scale industrial structures in the area that retains its original form, materials, and architectural character. The site also includes the only remaining crib constructed grain elevator in the area. 

  The project transformed the former industrial malting facility into 32 unit multifamily housing while preserving the defining historic features of the structure. A comprehensive existing conditions assessment was completed, including detailed inspections and evaluation of all major building systems and the exterior envelope prior to design.

The completed development revitalizes a significant historic industrial landmark, preserving an important piece of Buffalo’s architectural heritage while introducing high quality residential living to the surrounding neighborhood.

 Armitage provided comprehensive architectural services for the transformation of a traditional church facility into a contemporary worship environment designed to better support fellowship, flexibility, and community engagement. The existing building was comprised largely of small, enclosed classroom spaces that limited connectivity and restricted opportunities for gathering. Our design approach focused on opening the interior, improving circulation, and creating welcoming spaces that encourage interaction before and after services.

 The renovation reimagined underutilized classrooms and segmented corridors into expansive gathering areas, multi-purpose fellowship spaces, and informal meeting zones that support ministries of all sizes. Select walls were removed or reconfigured to improve sightlines and introduce natural light deeper into the building. Updated finishes, lighting, and architectural elements introduced a modern aesthetic while respecting the character and mission of the congregation.

In addition to spatial reconfiguration, the project included integration of contemporary audio visual and worship support infrastructure. The result is a revitalized church environment that balances worship, community, and flexibility, providing a dynamic setting for services, events, and daily ministry activities.