The Highwater Cafe adaptive reuse project incorporates a cafe and lofted coworking space aimed at providing a fun, vibrant space while lifting up Reedsport’s historic downtown and community.

Originally built in 1925, the former furniture store structure is designed to be converted into a ground floor cafe with a lofted coworking space above.

While preserving the existing historic building facade, the street frontage will be transformed into a lively cafe & market market space offering espresso, baked goods, breakfast/lunch fare, and aligned products sold as retail.

A variety of seating including outdoor, communal tables, booths and movable tables will be located in the front of the space, with a new commercial kitchen, accessible bathrooms, and other support space located towards the rear.

The concept upstairs is for private offices accessed through a separate entrance, with open coworking space, conference rooms, and other support space. When completed, the project will be a significant community destination on Reedsport’s major arterial street.

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