architectural rendering of the Mosaica development and the new Bike Kitchen entrance
design of the new Bike Kitchen space
the new space, construction underway
The Bike Kitchen is moving!
The Bike Kitchen has a lot to celebrate this year. Not only is it the community shop's five-year anniversary, but it is also making a big move from its current spot on Laskie Alley in SOMA. This March 2009, the Bike Kitchen will move to the ground floor of Mosaica, an innovative mixed-income and mixed-use housing development at 650H Florida St.
The Bike Kitchen has long outgrown its 1,000 square-foot space in SOMA. The shop now boasts a membership base of over 500, and on any given shift the shop is buzzing with dozens of patrons and mechanics. The new space at 650H Florida St will be nearly twice the size and built specifically for the Bike Kitchen's unique teaching environment. The new shop will have increased storage space, more professional-quality bike stands, and additional sets of tools.
A lot of work needs to happen before the Bike Kitchen can complete this exciting move. In addition to the basic construction and design of a new workshop, the Bike Kitchen is also responsible for installing a bathroom, electrical wiring and internal walls. The Bike Kitchen is seeking to raise $50,000 over the next several months.
To celebrate these developments, the Bike Kitchen will be holding a five-year anniversary party and fundraiser at El Rio on Monday, September 29 at 8pm.
Please contact with any questions or ideas related to the build-out and move, and please make a donation to help in our fundraising goals!
