60 WEST ALISAL STREET

WORKPLACE/ MARKET READY

Constructed in 1895, 60 West Alisal Street originally served as Salinas’s first U.S. Armory and officer barracks. When the Craft team joined the project, the second floor had fallen into significant disrepair, accessible only by an attic ladder and filled with an accumulation of forgotten relics left behind by previous tenants. Despite the clutter and deterioration, the original barrack rooms remained intact, each featuring a fireplace, with exposed brick walls and ample natural light revealing the floor’s potential.

Recognizing the historical and architectural value of the space, the building’s owners and the Craft team expanded the scope of the renovation to include the second floor, reintegrating it into the building's active footprint.

Location: Salinas, CA
Area: 8,000 SQFT
Year: 2023
Work: Interior Design, Construction
Photography: Ryan Rosene

A long hallway with a patterned carpet, wooden doors, and a striking wooden beam ceiling.
A grand entranceway with a large chandelier hanging from a vaulted ceiling. Double doors with etched glass panels lead outside, and a circular mosaic pattern adorns the floor.
Striking wooden beam ceiling with a skylight above.

Key improvements included the addition of an elevator and new stairwell to provide safe and accessible entry to the second level. Along the main corridor, existing vaulted wood trusses were uncovered to reveal concealed skylights, bringing natural light and structural character back into focus. Comprehensive upgrades were made to all individual office suites, restrooms, and shared spaces. A period-appropriate chandelier and a custom marble mosaic inlay were installed in the entry vestibule as a tribute to the building’s owners, the Finnegan family.

Two wooden doors with corrugated, frosted glass panels, set in a hallway with a geometric patterned carpet and dark wainscoting.
A historic room with a modern kitchen and breakroom, with cream-colored cabinets and a large exposed brick wall featuring a bricked fireplace.

The first floor was planned for flexible multi-tenant occupancy, with each suite defined by custom wood doors featuring ribbed glass inlays and suite-specific sconces etched with address numbers, thus balancing identity and visual permeability. Integrated coffee and wet bar niches within each suite support independent functionality and a self-contained user experience. Shared building amenities, including a large conference room and a micro kitchen suited for events and informal gatherings, further enhance the tenant experience and promote a sense of community.

A modern, open-plan office space with exposed brick walls, large windows, and glass partitions.
A spacious room with exposed brick walls, large windows offering city views, and a built-in window seat.
A cozy window seat built into a bay window, offering views of the city below.

The second floor was designed to accommodate a single tenant, with glass-front private offices offering panoramic views of Downtown Salinas. Restoration efforts included re-mortaring and cleaning all exposed brick, rebuilding original window seats, and preserving the existing fireplaces to maintain the building’s historic character. The project has been widely recognized by the local community for its contribution to preserving and revitalizing an important piece of Salinas’s architectural history.

A grand entranceway with a large chandelier hanging from a vaulted ceiling. Double doors with etched glass panels lead outside, and a circular mosaic pattern adorns the floor.
A long hallway with a patterned carpet, wooden doors, and a striking wooden beam ceiling. The hallway is lined with artwork and has a sense of historical charm.
A modern ceiling with a geometric pattern of wooden beams and recessed lighting. The unique design creates a sense of depth and draws the eye upwards.
Two wooden doors with corrugated, frosted glass panels, set in a hallway with a patterned carpet, dark wainscoting, and ambient lighting.
A collection of framed historical photographs and architectural drawings displayed on a wall with a wainscoting panel.
A modern, open-plan office space with exposed brick walls, large windows, and glass partitions. It has ample natural light and has a clean, minimalist aesthetic.
A modern kitchen in a historic building, with white cabinets and a large exposed brick wall featuring a bricked-in fireplace. Historic industrial charm with sleek, minimalist design.
A spacious room with exposed brick walls, large windows, city views, and a built-in bay window seat. Industrial charm with soft, neutral color palette.
A historic bay window along an original brick wall, with a view of the city below. The window features an exposed wood header, and is flanked by metal structural posts.
A small conference room with a large rectangular conference table, surrounded by leather side chairs. The room is lit by a modern chandelier and has a neutral color palette.
An all gender bathroom with a white pedestal sink and a large mirror with a black metal frame. Behind the sink, the wall is tiled in a geometric pattern.
A modern bathroom with a white pedestal sink and a large round mirror with a wooden frame. The floor is tiled in a geometric pattern.
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