Gilbert Chocolates Downtown Jackson Renovation Project Underway

Gilbert Chocolates production facility and Made-In-Michigan Chocolate retail store on schedule with ongoing renovation work to relocate in downtown Jackson MI.

Jackson, United States – July 19, 2016 /PressCable/ —

Brian Krichbaum, co-owner of Gilbert Chocolates, announced the reconstruction and renovation project of the Gilbert Chocolates production facility and retail store is underway in downtown Jackson, Michigan.

“We want to preserve some of the old-fashioned appeal, since this is a legacy business. Showing the real brick on the walls, hardwood flooring, and glass candy cases will give the store an appeal that ties in with the historical aspect of what the business stands for,” Krichbaum explained.

However, renovating an older building requires some updates, and the vision of the business will include not only the production area but also a retail store, with ample space to allow for small factory tours.

Krichbaum started the lengthy process by working with Alpha Design Studio, LLC of Jackson, to develop the initial building design. “We are sub-contracting with Jackson-area businesses as we begin work on this renovation,” he explained. “Gilbert Chocolates originated in Michigan and creates Made-in-Michigan gourmet chocolates, so we want to continue the local loyalty throughout our project.”

Krichbaum’s ideas for the development are being incorporated into the site plans by the building designer; and renovations include construction work with additional contractors as well as a glass specialist.

“There are a number of mini-projects within our overall renovation to make this the best facility for Gilbert Chocolates production and the new retail store. For instance, 5 Leprechauns LLC of Jackson are using the site plan to work through structural changes. We are also working with Bruton Electric of Jackson, Faber Sandblasting from Rives Junction, Grimes Mechanical of Concord, and A&A Plumbing LLC of Cement City. The storefront glass will be designed and replaced by Jackson Glass Works.”

The downtown Jackson location will have 2,200 square feet of manufacturing space, 2,000 square feet of non-perishable storage space, and retail space of 800 square feet.

“Because of the long history of Gilbert Chocolates in Jackson, we have people contacting us who were related to some of the earlier employees from decades ago. They are looking forward to shopping in our candy store downtown, or in working for us in Jackson like their relatives did.”

The chocolate company is keeping loyal customers updated of the progress via the online chocolate website at www.gilbertchocolates.com, and their Facebook page.

For more information, please visit https://www.gilbertchocolates.com/

Contact Info:
Name: Sally Krichbaum
Organization: Gilbert Chocolates
Address: 273 Ackerson Lake Dr. Jackson, MI 49201
Phone: +1 517 764 3141

Release ID: 124002