Heights Clock Tower At 611 W. 22nd St.

[(Otto Mation)]

Patrick Feller has added a photo to the pool:

Heights Water Tower

Built as a mattress factory in 1894. Converted to a textile mill in 1900

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[Highrise Tower]

Michael Hsu on this one.

[hindesky]

Software company moves into the Heights Clock Tower building. The Leader has a story about it.....

https://www.theleadernews.com/business/emerging-software-company-leases-space-at-heights-clock-tower/article_26918c16-bb29-11ec-97cb-afd23ee1da55.html

[springcityparts]

I’ve said it before but I’ll say it again. Radom is a machine. Reinventing this city one thoughtful development at a time

[hindesky]

Fire at the Kraftsman bakery.

https://abc13.com/kraftsmen-baking-fire-bakery-on-in-the-heights-offensive-attack-houston-firefighters/11776547/

[hindesky]

$30,000 in damages from the fire.

https://www.theleadernews.com/community/equipment-failure-causes-fire-at-heights-clock-tower/article_c8d0a550-c6e3-11ec-96c3-73a3decb8295.html

[IntheKnowHouston]

Yesterday, Kraftsmen announced its closing its cafe and bakery located in the Heights Clock Tower at 611 W 22nd St.  

The announcement shared on social media:

"Scott Tycer, the founder and owner of Kraftsmen Baking & Café, has announced that Kraftsmen will cease the full-service menu at the Heights café location on Sunday, March 12, 2023 as the lease is expiring. We will continue to serve our artisan breads to both retail customers and our wholesale accounts, and will share plans for our new location in the near future. We will continue selling limited menu items through May while focusing on the wholesale business. There will be no changes on the wholesale side of the business. The retail bakery store will remain open Tuesday through Saturday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. through May with sales of breads, pastries, and other baked goods."


https://www.instagram.com/p/CpjDB-FJyy2

[s3mh]

Landlords are killing the Heights.  Tea Sip on 19th is closing because of rent increases.  Same for Hugs and Donuts.  Unless an independent business is backed by some big bucks and is going to do massive business like Squable, etc., it is pretty much a given than only chains will be able to afford commercial restaurant/retail space in the Heights.  Best evidence of that is the renovated shops on the south side of 19th next to Boomtown and the cigar store.  Their big tenant is HR Block.  

[IntheKnowHouston]

19 hours ago, IntheKnowHouston said:

Yesterday, Kraftsmen announced its closing its cafe and bakery located in the Heights Clock Tower at 611 W 22nd St.  

The announcement shared on social media:

"Scott Tycer, the founder and owner of Kraftsmen Baking & Café, has announced that Kraftsmen will cease the full-service menu at the Heights café location on Sunday, March 12, 2023 as the lease is expiring. We will continue to serve our artisan breads to both retail customers and our wholesale accounts, and will share plans for our new location in the near future. We will continue selling limited menu items through May while focusing on the wholesale business. There will be no changes on the wholesale side of the business. The retail bakery store will remain open Tuesday through Saturday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. through May with sales of breads, pastries, and other baked goods."


https://www.instagram.com/p/CpjDB-FJyy2

CultureMap reports on Kraftsmen's closure at 611 W 22nd St, Suite 1A. The cafe and bakery is located in the Heights Clock Tower / Heights Clocktower.

Below are excerpts from yesterday's article:



"A popular Heights cafe will soon serve its last meals. Kraftsmen Baking & Café will cease restaurant operations this Sunday, March 12, owner Scott Tycer announced.

The cafe opened in 2010 in the space that had been utilized by Textile, Tycer’s pioneering tasting menu restaurant."

"...The closure comes as Kraftsmen prepares to leave its longtime home on W 22nd St. for a new facility that’s expected to open this summer in a location that will be announced at a later date. Until the move occurs, the bakery will maintain its wholesale operations and a small retail presence that sells breads, pastries, and other baked goods."


https://houston.culturemap.com/news/restaurants-bars/kraftsmen-bakery-cafe-closing-moving-the-heights-1/






Kraftsmen is opening a facility in EaDo, as noted in the 2910 McKinney St topic last fall. I'm not entirely certain if the new location at 2910 McKinney Street, Suite 400 will be a manufacturing facility / commissary kitchen or a new bakery and cafe location. Building permits lists a buildout for a manufacturing space & warehouse.

  

https://www.houstonarchitecture.com/haif/topic/46188-2910-mckinney-st/?do=findComment&comment=664732

On 10/10/2022 at 5:38 AM, IntheKnowHouston said:

Last month, a filing with Texas Department of Licensing and Regulations was recorded for Kraftsman. The address listed is 2910 McKinney St, Ste 400. It will be located next to Austin-born bar Nickel City.

The language on the filing is a little confusing. I can't make out if this will be Kraftsman's manufacturing facility / commissary kitchen or a new bakery and cafe location:

"Second generation interior remodel on the first floor of an existing 1-story commercial building located at 2910 McKinney Street, Houston, TX. 77003."

The unit is 17,340 sq ft.
 

https://www.tdlr.texas.gov/TABS/Search/Print/TABS2023000820

https://www.houstonarchitecture.com/haif/topic/46188-2910-mckinney-st/?do=findComment&comment=664980

On 10/12/2022 at 2:39 PM, phillip_white said:

Permit issued yesterday for buildout of a manufacturing space & warehouse for Kraftsmen Manufacturing.

 

Edited March 10, 2023 by IntheKnowHouston

[IntheKnowHouston]

Below are photos of the Heights Clocktower / Heights Clock Tower at 611 W 22nd St.

The photos were shared on Radom Capital's social media last year.


https://www.heightsclocktower.com

From a September post:

"Heights Clocktower / Patio Improvements

We recently completed some killer patio renovations at our Heights Clocktower project, a complex of five adapted industrial structures built between 1894 and 1917. Thank you to CultivateLAND and Michael Hsu Office of Architecture for all the creativity and collaboration."

https://www.instagram.com/p/CjJ1mmQMmia

 

Posted in December:

"Heights Clocktower / signage and landscaping details"

https://www.instagram.com/p/Cl6PakVg8g6

 

 

 

[IntheKnowHouston]

Below are photos of the Heights Clocktower / Heights Clock Tower at 611 W 22nd St. The building is situated between N Shepherd Dr and Lawrence St.

The photos are from a Loopnet listing and leasing materials.


https://www.loopnet.com/Listing/611-W-22nd-St-Houston-TX/26508773/

https://www.loopnet.com/viewer/pdf?file=https://images1.loopnet.com/d2/FOyTiGRXCTFRpc6oRGQDA7wNzyFhz5CGRtTmONLC7Ik/Heights Clocktower Brochure 1122.pdf

https://images1.loopnet.com/d2/FOyTiGRXCTFRpc6oRGQDA7wNzyFhz5CGRtTmONLC7Ik/Heights Clocktower Brochure 1122.pdf








































 

[IntheKnowHouston]

Below are photos of the lobby inside the Heights Clocktower / Heights Clock Tower at 611 W 22nd St. The building is situated between N Shepherd Dr and Lawrence St.

The photos are from a Loopnet listing and leasing materials.


From the leasing brochure:

"We channeled our favorite boutique hotel lobbies when redesigning the art-forward lobbies at the Clock Tower.  Our hospitality-influenced lobbies feature multiple seating vignettes and a library conference area.  The full sensory experience begins with great music on our new sound system and layers in custom lighting, museum caliber art, interior planting and plush seating."



https://www.loopnet.com/Listing/611-W-22nd-St-Houston-TX/26508773/

https://www.loopnet.com/viewer/pdf?file=https://images1.loopnet.com/d2/FOyTiGRXCTFRpc6oRGQDA7wNzyFhz5CGRtTmONLC7Ik/Heights Clocktower Brochure 1122.pdf

https://images1.loopnet.com/d2/FOyTiGRXCTFRpc6oRGQDA7wNzyFhz5CGRtTmONLC7Ik/Heights Clocktower Brochure 1122.pdf

360 degree tour:
https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=3wyufR2Y1FN

 

[IntheKnowHouston]

Site plan and floor plans of Heights Clocktower / Heights Clock Tower at 611 W 22nd St. The plans were included in November 2022 leasing materials.

The building is situated between N Shepherd Dr and Lawrence St.


From the Loopnet listing:

 

• Property Overview
  
   
  • Heights Clock Tower is a historic gem nestled in the highly-desirable Houston Heights neighborhood. Dating back to 1894, it is one of the city’s oldest buildings. It originally functioned as a mattress factory and then converted to a textile mill in 1900. Today, the site includes on-site amenities including lush green space, secure parking, and restaurant and fitness on-site and is surrounded by historic homes, multi-family density, and dozens of first-class retailers and chef-driven restaurants within a short walk. Landscaping and placemaking improvements make our office opportunities even more desirable.  
    
    We channeled our favorite boutique hotel lobbies when redesigning the art-forward lobbies at the Clock Tower. Our hospitality-influenced lobbies feature multiple seating vignettes and a library conference area. The full sensory experience begins with great music on our new sound system and layers in custom lighting, museum- caliber art, interior planting and plush seating. Wi-Fi will be accessible throughout the project. Extensive landscape renovation will breathe new life into both communal and private patios.  Upgraded parking and wayfinding will provide ease of navigation for tenant guests.
    
     
• Year Built/Renovated: 1894/2015
   
• Building Height: 2 Stories
   
• Building Size: 66,597 SF
  
   

According to the Loopnet listing,  Suite 101 on the first floor is available for lease. Also available for lease on the first floor, bakery office suites.

Leasing materials indicate the bakery office suites are coming the third quarter of 2023.




https://www.loopnet.com/Listing/611-W-22nd-St-Houston-TX/26508773/

https://www.loopnet.com/viewer/pdf?file=https://images1.loopnet.com/d2/FOyTiGRXCTFRpc6oRGQDA7wNzyFhz5CGRtTmONLC7Ik/Heights Clocktower Brochure 1122.pdf

https://images1.loopnet.com/d2/FOyTiGRXCTFRpc6oRGQDA7wNzyFhz5CGRtTmONLC7Ik/Heights Clocktower Brochure 1122.pdf

 

 

First floor site plan and floor plan












Second floor

Edited March 10, 2023 by IntheKnowHouston

[IntheKnowHouston]

Site plan and floor plans of 2215 Lawrence St at Heights Clocktower / Heights Clock Tower.


From the Loopnet listing:

• 1st Floor, Ste 2215 Lawrence St: 5,000-19,656 SF

https://www.loopnet.com/Listing/611-W-22nd-St-Houston-TX/26508773/

https://www.loopnet.com/viewer/pdf?file=https://images1.loopnet.com/d2/Y7yTnG-NobTEVZDU9lkLqe_NFoPHaWHaUwC6gI7yGaM/Clock Tower 2215 Lawrence.pdf

https://images1.loopnet.com/d2/Y7yTnG-NobTEVZDU9lkLqe_NFoPHaWHaUwC6gI7yGaM/Clock Tower 2215 Lawrence.pdf

[IntheKnowHouston]

On 3/9/2023 at 8:11 AM, IntheKnowHouston said:

Yesterday, Kraftsmen announced its closing its cafe and bakery located in the Heights Clock Tower at 611 W 22nd St.  

The announcement shared on social media:

"Scott Tycer, the founder and owner of Kraftsmen Baking & Café, has announced that Kraftsmen will cease the full-service menu at the Heights café location on Sunday, March 12, 2023 as the lease is expiring. We will continue to serve our artisan breads to both retail customers and our wholesale accounts, and will share plans for our new location in the near future. We will continue selling limited menu items through May while focusing on the wholesale business. There will be no changes on the wholesale side of the business. The retail bakery store will remain open Tuesday through Saturday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. through May with sales of breads, pastries, and other baked goods."


https://www.instagram.com/p/CpjDB-FJyy2

I was sent a post from a Facebook group yesterday pertaining to Heights Clock Tower at 611 W 22nd St.  The post asked about the status of Kraftsmen's impending closure. Someone tied to Underbelly Hospitality wrote: "Something better is coming but it will be awhile.. stay tuned."

I don't know if the comment is alluding to a new Underbelly Hospitality restaurant concept or not. 

[hindesky]

https://www.dandelionhouston.com

Architect - https://www.garrisondesignoffice.com

[IntheKnowHouston]

9 hours ago, hindesky said:

https://www.dandelionhouston.com

Architect - https://www.garrisondesignoffice.com

 

This is great news! Dandelion / Dandelion Cafe has been on the hunt for a second location for a little over a year now.  The cafe was eyeing Spring Branch but the property failed through. 

Dandelion will be a great addition to the Heights. I know many are mourning Kraftsmen's move from the neighborhood, but I think Dandelion will win them over. Their location in Bellaire has a loyal following.

I'm looking forward to Dandelion's expansion to 611 W 22nd St, Suite 1A. The Heights Clock Tower is a wonderful location.

 

[s3mh]

The Heights has lost a lot of good breakfast locations (Down House, Morning Star, Hugs and Donuts, Kraftsmen etc.).  So, this will be good.  But the Heights is now becoming almost exclusively a place for nation or regional chains/franchises or second or third locations for local restaurants.  Only high dollar chef driven places like Jun, Savoir and Squable are bucking the trend.  

[LBC2HTX]

I’m sorry but Kraftsmen hasn’t been good for at least 2 years now, basically coinciding with the change in management. I stopped going there altogether. 

[123Sesame]

Anyone know what is going on at 2215 Lawrence across from H-E-B, former Facet Seven? A lot of movement there lately with windows added.

[IntheKnowHouston]

On 7/29/2023 at 4:09 PM, 123Sesame said:

Anyone know what is going on at 2215 Lawrence across from H-E-B, former Facet Seven? A lot of movement there lately with windows added.

No clue. There are no pulled building permits for 2215 Lawrence St either. Also, there isn't anything pertaining to 2215 Lawrence St in the latest leasing materials for Heights Clock Tower / Heights Clocktower. 

[IntheKnowHouston]

Radom Capital uploaded new leasing materials for Heights Clocktower / Heights Clock Tower. The building is located at 611 W 22nd St. According to the LoopNet listing, the brochure was uploaded or updated this month.

In the latest brochure, Radom Capital mentions renovations for the alleyway. Below is the text from the brochure:
 

• Alley activation underway
  
  The existing alleyway will be transformed into a beautifully landscaped, furnished gathering space in Summer 2023.

Below are renderings of what the completed alleyway may look like:


https://www.loopnet.com/Listing/611-W-22nd-St-Houston-TX/29113129/

https://www.loopnet.com/viewer/pdf?file=https://images1.loopnet.com/d2/Dqn9SdPpiZ0rqYULh3kthg9TytvZeUfz3E_IjLlq0fw/Heights Clocktower Brochure 723.pdf

https://images1.loopnet.com/d2/Dqn9SdPpiZ0rqYULh3kthg9TytvZeUfz3E_IjLlq0fw/Heights Clocktower Brochure 723.pdf

 

[IntheKnowHouston]

A plan review permit for 611 W 22nd St, Suite 100 was filed yesterday. According to the plan review, it's for a 5,581 sf convert bakery to office at Heights Clock Tower / Heights Clocktower.

[IntheKnowHouston]

On 7/29/2023 at 7:09 PM, 123Sesame said:

Anyone know what is going on at 2215 Lawrence across from H-E-B, former Facet Seven? A lot of movement there lately with windows added.

  

On 7/31/2023 at 2:22 AM, IntheKnowHouston said:

No clue. There are no pulled building permits for 2215 Lawrence St either. Also, there isn't anything pertaining to 2215 Lawrence St in the latest leasing materials for Heights Clock Tower / Heights Clocktower. 

 

A plan review fee permit was filed yesterday for 2215 Lawrence St, A.

According to the permit, the use is for a conversion and build out. Urban Genesis is the listed occupant.

T & L Designs is the listed buyer of the permit.

Edited September 12, 2023 by IntheKnowHouston

[IntheKnowHouston]

On 9/6/2023 at 2:02 AM, IntheKnowHouston said:

A plan review permit for 611 W 22nd St, Suite 100 was filed yesterday. According to the plan review, it's for a 5,581 sf convert bakery to office at Heights Clock Tower / Heights Clocktower.

Building permits were issued yesterday for 611 W 22nd St, Suite 100 and 611 W 22nd, Suite 105.  Additionally, certificate of occupancy permits were issued to the aforementioned suites.

According to the permits, it's for a 5,581 sf convert bakery to office at Heights Clock Tower / Heights Clocktower.




Building permits












Certificate of occupancy permit













A plumbing permit was also pulled yesterday for 611 W 22nd St, Suite 100

Edited September 28, 2023 by IntheKnowHouston

[IntheKnowHouston]

A parking review permit was issued yesterday for 611 W 22nd St, Suite 100.  This is located at Heights Clock Tower / Heights Clocktower.





 

[IntheKnowHouston]

  

On 5/17/2023 at 4:39 PM, hindesky said:

https://www.dandelionhouston.com

Architect - https://www.garrisondesignoffice.com

 

 

A plan review fee / plan reviewing fee permit was filed today for 611 W 22nd St, Suite 1A.

Below are details from the permit:

• One-stop demo non-load bearing wall, retail
   

As previously mentioned, Dandelion / Dandelion Cafe is opening a second location in Heights Clock Tower. It's replacing the unit last occupied by Kraftsmen Baking.
 

Edited November 1, 2023 by IntheKnowHouston

[IntheKnowHouston]

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Edited November 1, 2023 by IntheKnowHouston

[IntheKnowHouston]

Two permits were filed today for 611 W 22nd St, Suite 1A:
 

• Structural permit
• Certificate of compliance

Details from the permit:

• Restaurant demo int non-load-bearing non-fire-rated walls
• FCC Group: Non-residential alteration

The permits are for the remodel of Dandelion Cafe's forthcoming Heights location. It's leasing Kraftsmen Baking's former space at Heights Clocktower / Heights Clock Tower.



Structural permit





Certificate of compliance

Edited December 1, 2023 by IntheKnowHouston

[IntheKnowHouston]

On 10/31/2023 at 9:40 PM, IntheKnowHouston said:

A plan review fee / plan reviewing fee permit was filed today for 611 W 22nd St, Suite 1A.

Below are details from the permit:

• One-stop demo non-load bearing wall, retail
   

As previously mentioned, Dandelion / Dandelion Cafe is opening a second location in Heights Clock Tower. It's replacing the unit last occupied by Kraftsmen Baking.
 

 

A plan review permit was filed today for 611 W 22nd St, Suite 1A.

Below are details from the permit:

• Use: One-stop demo non-load bearing wall, retail
   

Dandelion Cafe is opening a second location in Heights Clock Tower. It's replacing the unit last occupied by Kraftsmen Baking.