Pratt Street Redevelopment
The situation
Pratt Street is Hartford’s most storied block, lined with century-old storefronts and beloved local merchants. With 42,000 square feet of retail below 370 apartments, the corridor needed a fresh look while protecting its historic character and steady foot traffic.
The solution
Axela partnered with preservation officials, property owners, and tenants to modernize three specialty spaces: The Tobacco Shop, Professional Barbershop, and a tattoo parlor. Each required unique ventilation, plumbing, and lounge layouts. Construction was carefully phased to keep neighbors open and the busy pedestrian street active.
The result
Updated storefronts now energize a growing downtown destination. Pratt Street feels renewed while its historic identity remains intact, adding momentum to Hartford’s broader revival
Original plaster moldings were restored and reinstalled to preserve architectural integrity, while everything behind the walls was elevated for modern use.
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