THROWBACK THURSDAY
@firesidepizzawh is a full circle dream that was pursued for 20 years by
@themaxconstructiongroup . Fire Co. 16 was first spotted in 1993, and almost instantly, saving this piece of Cincinnati history became the goal.
But it wasn’t until eight years later that Matt tried to purchase the building from WHRF. However, the city of Cincinnati had other plans and took back the property. It wasn’t until 2011 that they put out the RFP to stabilize the structure.
@themaxconstructiongroup was awarded the work through an open public bid process, and the rest, as they say, is history. After 37 years of sitting vacant after a fire,
@themaxconstructiongroup repaired the masonry, reframed the floors, and added a new roof. Through that process, MCG contacted a developer who found the just right occupant for the commercial space on the first floor and the residential build out on the second floor.
MCG was ultimately awarded the work for both, and Fire Co. 16 became the home of
@firesidepizzawh -which breathed new life into this historic building. For nine years
@firesidepizzawh has occupied this space and is currently thriving in it.
@themaxconstructiongroup , along with Ed Wright
@wright_architect , continues to be proud of putting quality work in place: high level custom carpentry, the re-installation of the old fire pole, and the preservation of as many original components as possible. It’s been said that good things come to those who wait. But seeing our vision come to life and
@firesidepizzawh invest in this beautiful and historic building is truly serendipity. If you’re ever in Walnut Hills, be sure to order a pizza and enjoy a piece of Cincinnati history.
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