Pastoria Adaptive reuse: aging warehouse turned healthy modern workplace

We transformed this 1976 tilt-up warehouse into a healthy, net-positive energy workplace designed for flexibility and connection to nature. The retrofit floods the space with daylight through perimeter windows, operable skylights, and electrochromic glass, while high-performance insulation and passive systems minimize energy use.

A photovoltaic array generates more power than the building consumes, doubling as a shaded portico at the entrance. Exposed wood beams celebrate the raw, industrial aesthetic, while high-volume fans, edible gardens, and repurposed wood furniture enhance comfort and sustainability. This thoughtful transformation demonstrates the value of breathing new life into existing spaces.