Construction begins on mixed-use Milwaukee-Junction condos

Interior demolition has begun on the Milwaukee Junction Project, a mixed-use building on Milwaukee at Brush. Developer Patrick Thompson estimates construction will run 12 to 18 months and says, "We are going to take our time and do it right. This is a self-funded development, so we want to go slow and not make any poor decisions."

The building has 8 residential units and three ground-floor commercial spaces. The residential condos range in size from 600 to 1,0000 square feet and, although buyers will be able to combine units if they prefer, Thompson says he and partner Christopher Damico are emphasizing streamlined European residential design. "There will be a well thought-out, unique design -- small is smart."

There is a carriage house behind the building that creates a rear courtyard. Thompson plans to eventually renovate that structure into one or two more units of housing.

The pair chose the building because of its size and price-point but also, for its proximity to the Fisher Building and TechTown. Thompson says, "It's a little off the beaten path, but there's already a little neighborhood carved out. Being close to the Model T plant appeals to us, the post office, a little grocery store that has been there for 75 years."

Source: Patrick Thompson, Thompson Damico Group, LLC
Writer: Kelli B. Kavanaugh