The rehabilitation of Coastal Paper Co. into the Service Brewing headquarters was a major catalyst for the revival of West River Street in downtown Savannah, GA. The project, and the brewery’s, success has proven to be a beacon for Savannah’s current urban growth. The brewery utilized the large interior volumes of several historic warehouses, which had been unused and neglected for a number of years. While sensitive to the historic nature of the buildings the rehabilitation introduced a more contemporary aesthetic that enhanced the industrial setting. Along the buildings’ street facades glass, steel and corrugated metal panels serve as a counterpoint to the red brick of the buildings’ shell. Salvaged wood panels form a bowing scrim that marks the main entry and elicit warmth to the visitor. The industrial aesthetic continues as you enter the building where stacked shipping containers provide a backdrop for the bar of the tasting room. The brewery is a destination for locals and tourists alike. Josh Ward completed Service Brewing while working at another architectural firm.