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The Cork Factory

Originally constructed in 1901 as the Armstrong Cork Factory, this landmark structure has been artfully converted into 297 loft apartments. A 427-space parking garage and over 45,000 SF of retail shops have also been constructed on an adjacent lot. The buildings’ classic red brick façade, an historic silo, and engine room along other original details have been restored and incorporated into the re-development.

The Cork Factory is located on the Allegheny River in downtown Pittsburgh in the heart of the “Strip District”. The Strip District is a vibrant neighborhood with an eclectic mix of wholesale merchants, boutiques, sidewalk vendors, restaurants, night clubs, and loft residences as well as the exceptional gallery Society of Contemporary Craft and the world-class Heinz History Center.

The Details

  • Award-winning restoration and redevelopment of the Armstrong Cork Factory, originally built in 1901
  • 45,000 SF of retail space, 297 loft-style apartments and 427 parking stalls
  • Completed in 2006
  • Listed on the U.S. National Register of Historic Places

Development

Juan Cameron
703-351-9500
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Awards & Recognition

Award for Excellence, 2009

URBAN LAND INSTITUTE

Apartment Excellence Award Winner for Overall Community Appeal, 2008

APARTMENT ASSOCIATION OF METROPOLITAN PITTSBURGH

Best in Category – Restoration, 2007

WESTERN PENNSYLVANIA GOLDEN TROWEL AWARDS

Economic Development Award, 2011

NEIGHBORS IN THE STRIP

Finalist - Best Mixed-Use Community - Pillars of the Industry Award, 2008

NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF HOMEBUILDERS

Historic Preservation Award, 2009

CITY OF PITTSBURGH & THE HISTORIC REVIEW COMMISSION

Merit Award for Best Adaptive Reuse, 2011

RESIDENTIAL ARCHITECT DESIGN AWARD

Overall Community Appeal Award, 2007

APARTMENT ASSOCIATION OF METROPOLITAN PITTSBURGH

Overall Community Appeal Multi Story Neighborhood Revitalization, 2007

APARTMENT ASSOCIATION OF METROPOLITAN PITTSBURGH

Pennsylvania Historical & Museum Commission Historic and Redevelopment Award, 2005

COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA
Cork Factory parking and retail
Cork Factory livingroom
Cork Factory Kitchen
Cork Factory aerial
Cork Factory den view of downtown
night falls over the Allegheny
cork factory club room
cork factory from the river
living room at Cork Factory
Cork Factory unit views of downtown pittsburgh
Pool at the Cork Factory