This revitalized historic campus will revolutionize work-life balance in Greensboro

This article was written for our sponsor, CBRE Triad

Greensboro is the third most populous city in North Carolina, behind Charlotte and Raleigh. Just an hour from the beautiful Blue Ridge Parkway and seated conveniently at the junction of three major highways, Greensboro offers residents an incredible combination of beauty, history, convenience and opportunity.

One example of that offering is Revolution Mill. The first flannel mill in the South, Revolution Mill was opened in 1898 by Moses and Ceasar Cone and cemented Greensboro as an important hub of North Carolina’s textile manufacturing economy. After almost a century in business, the mill closed its doors. The campus sat vacant for nearly two decades before Self-Help, one of the nation’s largest community development financial institutions, invested in the property and began early redevelopment.

While maintaining the name and honoring the important history, Revolution Mill is now a completely reimagined, revitalized, vibrant mixed-use space that allows residents, businesses and visitors a wealth of opportunities.

"Revolution Mill helped to establish Greensboro’s manufacturing tradition and its prominence as a community of innovation and artisanship. That legacy continues today," said Nick Piornack with Self-Help, general manager of Revolution Mill.

The 45-acre site is now a destination campus that is home to industry, apartments, art, galleries, restaurants and more.

Entrepreneurs and employers love to call Revolution Mill home because of the amenities it provides employees. Within footsteps, workers can get a coffee at Union Coffee, grab an award-winning pastry at Black Magnolia Bakery, or get lunch at Cugino Forno Pizzeria or Kau, North Carolina’s first all-encompassing restaurant, butcher and bar.

And when the clock strikes quitting time, employees can unwind their way. Turn one way and grab a beverage at The Bearded Goat, or turn the other and head to the on-campus fitness center and yoga studio.

In addition to these opportunities, Revolution Mill continues the legacy of artistry and artisanship. Public events include outdoor movies and concerts in the midst of carefully chosen public art. The permanent Central Gallery invites visitors to view rotating art exhibits featuring selections that appeal to art lovers of all kinds, from photography and quilts to impressionism and realism.

One past exhibit in the Central Gallery, Faces of Revolution, has a permanent home in the campus Hall of Fame. This expansive portrait collection tells the story of Revolution Mill through the intimate portraits and personal stories of the lives historically touched by the space.

"The history and tradition at Revolution Mill lends itself well to having local artwork featured prominently throughout the campus. It provides a warm and colorful environment for tenants and visitors alike," said Christy Smith with the CBRE|Triad leasing team.

CBRE|Triad has been handling the leasing efforts for the project’s office and retail space since Q4 2015, watching it evolve into this dynamic community. They have been involved in leasing 471,500 square feet to a combination of local, regional and national companies.

Businesses of all types and sizes are invited to enjoy the benefits of this innovative campus. Amenities include:

• Spaces ranging from 1,000 - 40,000 square feet
• Studio space
• Potential for build-to-suit
• Best-in-class technology capabilities
• Conference center and event facilities
• Opportunities for corporate apartments

Additionally, the campus sits just minutes from downtown Greensboro, Friendly Center and PTI, Piedmont Triad International Airport.

While so many businesses already call Revolution Mill home, the campus will continue to grow with the development of Mill House. This expanded space will allow for multiple new retail and restaurant establishments, coworking space, Class A office space, and 33 boutique apartments.

"The potential for future growth at Revolution Mill represents a great opportunity for our team at CBRE|Triad to contribute to a project that represents both the past and the future for Greensboro," said Richard Mossman with the CBRE|Triad leasing team.

Throughout the beautiful upfitting and updating, one thing remains unchanged. Just as the original Revolution Mill provided a hub for important jobs, the new Revolution Mill will continue to spur economic development and will contribute to the vibrant fabric of the city of Greensboro.

"Revolution Mill has been such a transformative project and wonderful addition to Greensboro. The evolution it has had since we started leasing commercial space here has been phenomenal. We look forward to future development and plans for growth that will benefit the entire community," said Matt King with the CBRE|Triad leasing team.

This article was written for our sponsor, CBRE Triad