Neighborhood

Milwaukee Junction

Address

2937 East Grand Boulevard 

Project Type

Office & Coworking

Construction Type

Rehab

Original Date Built

1913

Date Complete

November 2020

Total Size

75,000 SF

Office

40,270 SF

Parking

300 Spaces

Chroma propels the resurgence of Milwaukee Junction and North End as a hub for design, creativity and community engagement.

The nine-story building offers office, coworking, event space, and public programming to bring people together in an inspired setting. Open floor plans, floor-to-ceiling windows, large patio, and abundant parking make Chroma an ideal location for businesses seeking flexible, hybrid work environments and those planning meetings and events. Chroma hosts year-round public events including wine tasting, chef dinners, culinary classes, art exhibits, film festivals and more.

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Chroma offers coworking, creative and traditional office space available for lease.

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Stage of Development

Pre-development

A developer sees an opportunity in an existing building or vacant land and tests possible ideas for development to determine if they should commit.

Design

The architect, along with engineers and contractors, collaborate with the developer to create a meaningful plan for construction.

Construction

The general contractor physically brings the design of the architect and engineers to life.

Leasing

The development is promoted to potential tenants who may be interested in leasing or purchasing available units.

Management

A property-management team manages the on-going daily operations of the development and the tenants.

Refinance

The owner may choose to re-finance or sell the developed property.
People gathered in coworking space
Chroma offers coworking space, dedicated desks and private offices for members.
People in a conference room
Conference rooms and event spaces are available.

History: Chroma was originally built in 1913 as a storage facility by Rudolph C. Gernt. 

Community Engagement: As a creative space, outreach to the design, craft, maker, music and food communities was critical to informing and supporting the project through its development and occupancy. To honor the neighborhood's legacy and passion for the arts, The Platform commissioned Detroit artist Syndey G. James to paint "Girl With The D Earring" on the west facade.  

On Design Excellence: The design intention at Chroma is to celebrate the character of its concrete interior while opening up its brick exterior in a way that honors the building’s martini column structure and its notable mural. The interior is designed with a mix of utility and hospitality from the cellar to the 9th floor.

In the Neighborhood: Jam Handy, ONE Mile Detroit, Tangent Gallery, Underground Resistance,Ford Piquette Museum, Oakland Avenue Urban Farm, Michigan Urban Farming Initiative, Russell Industrial Center, Howrani Studios, Motown Museum, College for Creative Studies, Shinola Factory Headquarters

Transit: Bus #042; Q-line Station: Grand Blvd; MoGo Station: E Bethune St & Brush St