When Pump Hair Salon decided not to renew its lease at Rookwood Commons, its parent company, Mitchell’s Salon & Day Spa, had a decision to make: what to do with the furnishings, fixtures and materials from the 2,400-square-foot space. They turned to Building Value, a social enterprise of Easterseals Redwood that specializes in deconstruction, salvaging materials for reuse while providing...
It’s with pride that we say “best wishes” to our incredible Crew Supervisor, Stephen Berkey, who will be transitioning into a new role as the Building Value Construction Training Program Instructor at the Easterseals Redwood main office in Walnut Hills. Starting this month, Stephen will be providing one-on-one instruction to new cohorts entering the construction training...
Tucked away in a dedicated corner of our store is a space unlike any other—a curated showcase of craftsmanship, legacy, and timeless design. We call it the Fleischmann Estate Room, and it’s one of the most extraordinary collections we’ve ever had the privilege of salvaging. The Fleischmann family name carries weight in Cincinnati’s cultural and...
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...
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...
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...
In April, we were thrilled to welcome two talented students from Xavier University, Jayden and Simon. They reached out with an awesome idea: to profile Building Value for their video production class. Naturally, we said YES! We’re always excited to share our mission of sustainability, reuse, and workforce development—and even more excited when the next...
Kenneth Heard is a graduate of the Building Value job training program, which is one of many social enterprises that works with the Urban Workforce Development Initiative, UWDI for short. UWDI’s mission is to remove barriers to employment, which range from the lack of reliable transportation, financial hardship, to problems at home. “I’ve been trying...
Over the past year, Building Value has been busy—not just helping customers find unique reclaimed treasures, but also enhancing our store to create a better experience for everyone. We’re excited to share the incredible updates we’ve made, and the best part? Every renovation was completed using reclaimed building materials, saved from the landfill and given...
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