At Building Value, we believe every object has a story. Sometimes, those stories are works of art. We’re honored to unveil a rare and stunning collection of sculptural pieces and hand-painted doors crafted by Cincinnati artist Theodore “Ted” Gantz. Known for his masterful blending of industrial materials with organic elements, Gantz’s work walks the line between...
Congratulations to our Program Graduates! A huge congratulations to our recent Construction Training Program graduates: Keshawn Mingo, Nicholas Hughes, and Ariana Speller! These three powerhouses have completed hands-on training in deconstruction, OSHA safety, and heavy equipment use—including forklift and Bobcat operation. We celebrated their achievements in June and now they’re fully equipped with the skills...
If you’ve ever been to the Northside 4th of July Parade, you know it’s no ordinary celebration. It’s a beloved Cincinnati tradition full of color, creativity, and community pride—and this year, Building Value was proud to be a part of it! We rolled into the parade with a float that was as one-of-a-kind as our...
Congratulations to our Graduating Cohort! We’re proud to celebrate the recent graduation of five outstanding participants from our Construction Training Program! Congratulations to Johnny Jones, Artrimus Sarter, Derrick Hollins, Evontay Oats, and Brandon Ralls (not pictured) for completing hands-on training in deconstruction, warehouse operations, and job readiness. These graduates are already turning their training into...
Our Open House last Saturday was a huge success—and it’s all thanks to YOU! We were thrilled to welcome neighbors, customers, partners, and friends to celebrate the exciting changes to our store. From newly renovated spaces and fresh exterior updates to good food and great conversations, the day was a celebration of everything Building Value...
We are excited to welcome customers, neighbors, and supporters to a community Open House on Saturday, June 7th from 9 am until 5 pm, celebrating recent updates to our Northside retail location. This family-friendly event will showcase a series of renovations aimed at improving the customer experience, conveying Building Value’s mission, and strengthening their presence...
We got a shoutout in the Spring 2025 issue of Edible Ohio Valley! The feature highlights Building Value’s innovative approach to salvaging architectural materials and providing job training opportunities for individuals facing employment barriers. And they give much-deserved praise to all the wonderful work being done by orgs like Cincinnati ReUse Center and ReStore Habitat...
“Most of our participants are between 18 and 24, but we regularly have people in their 30’s, 40’s, and sometimes older. I think the diversity of ages is good for the younger crews—to get the perspective of the older workers and to receive that mentorship.”Building Value Director, Sheryl Woodhouse, was recently featured on iHeartCinci with...
Meet the New Team Members We’re thrilled to welcome two amazing staff members to Building Value! Laura Murphy is our new Administrative Manager! A longtime Northside neighbor and advocate for environmental sustainability, Laura has a deep history in community organizing and even deeper roots in home rehab and deconstruction. She’s excited to support our mission...
We’re clearing out thousands of high-quality office and building materials—everything from desks and doors to carpet tiles and ceiling panels—at clearance prices. This is a rare opportunity for schools, co-working spaces, small businesses, and creatives to score big on gently used commercial-grade inventory. All items are available for direct pickup from our warehouse, and we’re...
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