Adaptive Re-Use.
Breathing new life into existing structures for sustainable growth.
Canzian/Johnston & Associates gives existing and historic buildings a second life. Across the Pittsburgh region and Western Pennsylvania, we convert underused structures into vibrant residential, hospitality, and community spaces — preserving the character that makes them special while bringing them fully up to modern standards.
New purpose, original character
We balance preservation and reinvention: keeping the brick, masonry, and details worth saving, and introducing contemporary systems, layouts, and finishes that make a building work for today's use.
A practical path through the hard parts
Older buildings hide surprises — structural, code, and system challenges. Our team navigates existing conditions, accessibility upgrades, and modern building codes so a reuse project stays feasible and on budget.
Recent adaptive re-use work
See 227 Fort Pitt Blvd, St-Vlad, and UnCorked in our portfolio.
Featured Adaptive Reuse Projects
Have a Building to Repurpose?
Let's explore the potential of your existing structure.