Project of the Month

The Boulevard Commons in Minneapolis is home to a number of businesses, as well as signs of all shapes and sizes. When the Michael Kaslow Team (MKT) moved into their new space along Lyndale Avenue, they wanted an awning that would serve a number of purposes: reinforce their brand, garner visibility and protect clients from…

Buddy’s Kitchen operates two facilities in the Twin Cities Metro. As part of their COVID-19 precautions, employees wait to enter as daily health screenings are done. To protect their employees, Buddy’s Kitchen erected temporary pop-up tents over the walk ways. Several months into the health screenings, the temporary shelters proved to be less than ideal.…

Many businesses have made changes to how they serve their customers since the COVID pandemic began. For restaurants, this has included a sharp increase in take out or drive thru business — and often creative solutions to manage the flow of traffic. At the Maplewood Chick-fil-A, during busy times the employees take and deliver customer…

The Apex apartment building in Burnsville offers residents upscale living with great views and plenty of amenities. As part of the transformation from “The Observatory” to “The Apex,” Acme Awning was brought in to create a more useful and sophisticated entryway awning. To begin, the canopy design moved from a small canopy covering a portion…

Matt’s Bar & Grill at 35th and Cedar Avenue South in Minneapolis is a staple for both locals and visitors alike. Founded in 1954, Matt’s Bar & Grill claims to be the original home of the Jucy Lucy and has won numerous awards for its specialty. The restaurant has also been featured on the Travel…

The Friends in Need Food Shelf began in 1992, providing food and resources to those in need. This non-profit works with residents in Cottage Grove, St. Paul Park, Newport and Grey Cloud Island. The vision of Friends in Need (FIN) is “Improving lives by ending hunger,” a mission that has been ever more important these…

Hanging rod canopies are a part of many of today’s new commercial projects, including this apartment complex in the Twin Cities Metro. Commercial metal canopies have a modern look and feel, provide shelter from the rain and snow, and also allow for lighting to be incorporated within the structure. The metal can even be powder…

The South Lake Village shopping center in Prior Lake is home to a variety of different shops, restaurants and more. The center is a sprawling complex with over 70,000 square feet of retail space. The property management company has created a uniform and consistent feel by installing dark green awnings of similar shape over the…

The Normandy Inn, located in downtown Minneapolis, has been a landmark since it was first built in 1925. With its mix of brick and half-timbered architecture, the building looks like something you would find in the hills of northern Europe. Complimenting the unique façade are several eye-catching red awnings and canopies by Acme Awning. Acme…

In early 2019, Acme Awning was hired by Nokomis Tattoo (Minneapolis) to manufacture and install a traditional style awning over their shop on 34th Avenue South. The awning, featuring their custom logo, transformed the front of the building and provided customers an easy way to find their location. Pleased with the awning, the staff at…