In downtown Grand Rapids, the nine-story Windquest Building combines a three-story restaurant, two-story kitchen, offices, and residential spaces within the historic structure of the original bank building. Via Design preserved the existing brick and limestone façade while introducing contemporary elements, including a new restaurant entrance and a metal-panel-clad elevator and stair tower.

The project required careful coordination throughout the building to address wayfinding, acoustics, egress, and fire-rating requirements. The result balances the character of the historic structure with the functional demands of a dynamic, multi-use downtown environment, reflecting Via Design’s user-focused approach to design.