Co-working company Beauty Shoppe has transformed a historic building in Pittsburgh into one its collaborative workspaces, adding contemporary furniture while retaining characterful details.

The Pitt Building is a three-storey, landmarked brick structure in the heart of downtown Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Beauty Shoppe, also based in the city, renovated the top floors of the 100-year-old building and carefully restored its original features.

Encompassing a foyer, a boardroom and phone booths, and a spacious lounge, the project joins Beauty Shoppe's collection of co-working projects across the US. These include a branch in Cleveland, which occupies a similarly historic building and includes a public cafe.
The Pitt Building features white wall and window frames, and high ceilings that make the central work area feel spacious and bright.
Two curved pink couches are the focal point of the main room and are arranged with their backs against each other. Smaller chairs, plants and a collection of tables decorate the space.

All of the furniture was sourced from local furniture maker Zach Kruszynski of Bones and All, who similarly created custom booths and work tables for the Cleveland location.

The main work area also features a bar-like counter with pink cushioned stools, and two larger work tables at one end. Beyond are dark-painted phone booths, appearing as closets with mirrored doors.
As a designated landmark, Pitt Building's interiors had to be carefully restored rather ...