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Chelsea Connection – Prospective Tenant Profiles:
The New Craftsman Workshop (NCW) Contact: Tom Girard - organizer Home: 320 S. Main, Chelsea, MI 48118 Phone: Home: 734-475-3632 Cell: 734-260-2087 Email: tgirard@umich.edu
Mission/ Description/ Core Values:
• NCW brings tools, workshop space and other resources together for artisans centered on woodworking, but working in a variety of materials (metal, stone, glass). Open to serious artists and hobbyists. Members:
o Work independently but value sharing resources and knowledge.
o Expect to use the workshop approximately10 to 80 hours per month.
o Often craft unique furniture, furnishings and architectural components, often with “sustainable” materials (local lumber, recycled)
o Often have tools and equipment for the shared workshop space, but have other “wishlist” items they can’t fit in their existing space or justify buying on their own.
• Not for profit as a group, though some members operate for-profit enterprises, either though retail sale of finished product or through construction activity.
Program infrastructure needs/ desires:
• Approx 2000 SF, flat, 100PSF floor, insulated, semi-conditioned (heated), power, lights, water, sanitary, 6’ wide doorway, access to restroom, access for supplemental ventilation.
• Open space for tenant provided fixed tools and workbenches, projects in process, lockable storage, shelving, finishing booth.
Business Model Projections
• Newly forming group with about 5-6 interested members, expected to grow to 20 within 6 months of securing a suitable facility. Member dues to pay for lease, tax, insurance, utilities, facility improvements, tool maintenance. Lease $3/SF initially to $6/SF in 2-3 years.
• No permanent staff. Members’ on-site work equates to 2-4 full time workers.
• Will execute a pre-sale lease, with occupancy as soon as available.