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Status: John M. “Chip” Fudge is the developer of this project, design work by J3 Architecture is ongoing, this project is currently in the planning and design phase. Construction has begun on the Film Exchange building. The Oklahoma Theater Supply building located at 628 E. Sheridan is now home to a group of four architecture and design firms: J3 Architecture, Obelisk Engineering, Task Design and Butzer-Gardner. Film Row is now home to IAO (Individual Artists of Oklahoma), now located at 706 W. Sheridan. The Film Row area hosted the a screening for this year's deadCENTER Film Festival in June. Streetscape construction is now in progress. The Film District will join the Downtown Business Improvement District as a new, offical downtown district in late 2010.
 Project: Built in 1930 and set with a keystone engraved with “Film Exchange”, 700-708 West Sheridan was the epicenter of Oklahoma City’s “Film Row” from 1930 through the 1960’s. This area, located at the intersection of West Sheridan and Lee, was one of 30-40 regional distribution centers for Hollywood. Theater owners from around the state would come here to screen new releases, sign contracts, trade movies, and gather lobby cards, posters and other necessities. Columbia Pictures, RKO, Paramount, Universal, MGM, Warner Brothers, 20th Century-Fox, United Artists and others all had offices located in buildings in this area of Oklahoma City.
A true mixed-use building is envisioned for the approximately 22,000 square foot Film Exchange Building. Over 12,000 square feet encompassing five storefront locations is available for retail, office, restaurant/cocktail lounge, and gallery space. The second story is being converted into six 850-1250 square foot residential lofts available for lease. All lofts will feature open floor plans with a clean, modern aesthetic, 12-foot ceilings, and exposed wood rafters, ductwork, and brick walls. Two of the lofts will incorporate the building’s two iconic 12 foot tall clerestories into their living spaces with an additional loft occupying the original film vaults. All lofts will have secured, indoor parking and access to a roof top deck with panoramic views of the Oklahoma City skyline.
Contact: John M. “Chip” Fudge, (405) 606-8201, cfudge@cmrclaims.com or David Wanzer, J3 ARCHITECTURE, (405) 270-7888,davidwanzer@yahoo.com, www.filmrowokc.com
 Status: Status: City assistance was finalized in the form of TIF financing to fund Phase 1 of the Historic Film Row Streetscape. Additional funding is still being sought for full completion. It is anticipated that construction on the new streetscape will begin summer 2008.
Project: This Beautification Project is focused on Historic Film Row located along the 600 and 700 blocks of West Sheridan Avenue. As one of the last neglected gateways to downtown, this area is being planned for substantial renovations and redevelopment in the near future. To further these efforts a new streetscape has been designed to improve the aesthetics and safety of the area. This design includes new sidewalks, crosswalks, lighting, landscaping and irrigation. Thematic decorative elements and an Oklahoma Walk of Fame have been incorporated that tell the story of this Historic Area’s connection with Hollywood as a regional distribution hub from the 1920’s through the 1970’s for the film industry.
Contact: John M. “Chip” Fudge, (405) 606-8201, cfudge@cmrclaims.com or David Wanzer, J3 ARCHITECTURE, (405) 270-7888,davidwanzer@yahoo.com, www.filmrowokc.com
Status: Status: Project is still in the development stages. Construction is pending.
Project: Located at 726 West Sheridan, the 40,000 square foot Hart Building is the largest building located along Historic Film Row. Built in 1948 for a welding supply company, the building is being thoroughly updated and converted into office and commercial space. Common amenities for all tenants will include a two-story atrium, gated and secured parking, and roof top deck with downtown skyline views. Multiple size tenant spaces will be available.
Contact: John M. “Chip” Fudge, (405) 606-8201, cfudge@cmrclaims.com or David Wanzer, J3 ARCHITECTURE, (405) 270-7888,davidwanzer@yahoo.com, www.filmrowokc.com
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