Purpose-Driven Design, Lasting Impact
We design spaces with purpose, built to endure the test of time. Whether a small tenant improvement or an expansive logistics center, every project is rooted in our mission to cultivate connection, support growth and leave a lasting impact. We are proud of our portfolio and the opportunity to bring our clients’ visions to life, creating spaces that will serve and inspire for years to come.
Ajax Distributing Company
Client: Ajax Distributing Company
Architecture | Interior Design
Overview
Ajax Distributing Company partnered with Gray to bring their vision of a state-of-the-art beer distribution facility to life in Memphis. This ambitious project encompasses a 120,000-square-foot controlled-temperature warehouse, offering optimal storage conditions for their products.
Market:
Industrial + Workplace
Type:
New Construction
Size:
120,000 SF
Contractor:
Catamount Constructors, Inc.
Hospitality-Inspired Workspaces
Above the operational spaces, the facility includes 13,000 square feet of office space spread across two floors, including a large training room for staff development, a comfortable break room and multiple conference rooms. The office layout features a mix of executive offices and open workspaces. Adding to the appeal is an outdoor hospitality patio, designed as a space for employees to unwind, enhancing their work experience.
Efficient Distribution
The warehouse boasts an impressive 36-foot clear height, allowing for efficient stacking and storage of inventory. Complementing this are specialized features, including a 6,500-square-foot draft cooler that keeps beverages at their perfect serving temperature and a two-lane drive-through loading room designed for seamless logistics and quick turnaround times.
Room for Future Growth
Gray’s design thoughtfully accommodates future growth potential, allowing for an additional 160,000 square feet of storage space with the company’s expanding operations. The second floor is also reserved for future office expansion, making this facility a strategic investment in the company’s future.