The last remaining historic farmstead in this Newburyport, Massachusetts, industrial park is underutilized and in need of restoration. The property owner’s vision is to restore the historic structure while adding a new contrasting contemporary addition, a new barn, and a brewery to create a destination that diversifies the site with a variety of uses and experiences. The historic building and its addition will become a cooperative workspace with shared amenities.

A new timber-framed barn structure is slated to become a unique and spacious function hall available for a variety of events for up to 100 people. The entire site includes plans for an additional brewery building with a taproom and restaurant that will accommodate up to 175 people. This pastoral site will be available to the community of Newburyport and beyond with a pedestrian, campus-style property connecting a variety of work, function, and hospitality spaces.

Location: Newburyport, Massachusetts
Architect: Brandon Holben, AIA|LEED, Winter Holben Architecture + Design
Builder: JJ Welch
Construction start: Summer 2020
Construction complete: Spring 2021