The Herzig Building, located at Fremont Ave and N. 43rd in Seattle, WA, is a historic brick building constructed in 1927. Over the years, it has housed dentist offices upstairs and various street-level businesses, including an ice cream shop, a drug store, used furniture store, and hair salons. Today, the building is home to Icon Coffee, offices, and apartments, thanks to Clay Gatens, who purchased the building in 2004 and transformed it into a vibrant space.
Clay Gatens, the owner of the Herzig Building, saw the potential in the independent feel of upper Fremont and the charm of 20s and 30s brick buildings. He decided to turn the vacant commercial space into a coffee shop, removing the reflective coating from the storefront windows, refurbishing the interior, and incorporating sustainable and reclaimed materials. While he appreciates the building's aesthetics, Gatens acknowledges the challenges of maintenance and energy efficiency. Nevertheless, the Herzig Building stands as a testament to the preservation of history while embracing modernity.
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