From storage to creative work.
Located in Normal Heights, the historic BEKIN building is finding new life. Originally constructed as a storage facility for Bekins Van Lines, it was occupied by the company for several decades.
Today, the five-story building offers approximately 30,000 square feet of flexible space for small businesses and creative work. It has welcomed cabinetmakers, upholsterers, furniture resellers, lighting designers, online sellers, artists, and office users. The owners’ aim is an affordable, distinctive place where independent businesses and makers can work and grow.
Built for moving things. Reimagined for making things.
Freight access and flexible rooms continue to support a range of creative work.
The businesses named above are examples of the kinds of occupants the building has welcomed, not a current tenant roster.