This adaptive reuse project transformed a historic heavy timber manufacturing building into a Nordic-inspired boutique hotel in Minneapolis’ North Loop. In partnership with the Aparium Hotel Group, the design team revealed the building’s character by exposing brick, wood floors, and timber columns, while layering in contemporary interiors. The result quickly became a social hub, with the ground level operating as a communal living room for the neighborhood and the rooftop offering a seasonal destination.
Nearly a decade later, the design team was invited back to thoughtfully evolve the interiors. Rather than reinventing the brand, the team refined it, responding to how the hotel had been used over time. By reworking key public spaces and enhancing guest rooms, the team has elevated the hotel experience and its performance while preserving the identity that has made Hewing Hotel a beloved local landmark.
