An 8-story former warehouse building at 1110 Washington Avenue is being renovated into a mixed-use project named the Vangard Lofts. The $14 million project will consist of 86 residential loft apartments on floors 2-8. The first floor is being developed as retail space including a gourmet market, restaurant and winery, and a full service hair salon. 12 unique and open floor plans will be available rangin from 600 to 1,200 square feet. The units will cost between $630 and $1500 monthly. Building amenities include on-site garage and parking lot, 24-hour fitness facility, high speed Internet availability, a resident business center, free central laundry facility and a conference/banquet center.

UPDATE | October 13, 2005 -- Copia Urban Winery Opens in Vangard Loft Building
In addition to Copia's main dining room, the restaurant space includes a hideaway courtyard patio with seating for 200 guests, a wine cellar, an intimate private dining room, an indoor bar, and a banquet room for private events. Copia also houses a retail wine shop with over 280 wines, high-end wine accessories, and gourmet food items.
 

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• City of St. Louis Development Activity