Movement Buffalo: A Modern Studio Fit-Out in a Historic Building

How Picone Construction Helped Movement Buffalo Build Their Dream Studio — On Time and On Budget

Transforming a Historic Space for a Modern Fitness Brand

When Movement Buffalo set out to create a new home for their hot yoga and pilates studio, they knew exactly what they wanted — a space that would reflect their brand’s energy and warmth while offering clients a clean, functional, and relaxing environment.

Their chosen location, the historic Monroe Building in North Buffalo, offered great character but also posed challenges: older infrastructure, limited space, and the need for specialized mechanical and electrical systems to support hot yoga classes.

Picone Construction was brought on board to manage the 1,200 sq. ft. tenant fit-out, guiding the project from planning through completion.

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The Challenge: Big Vision, Tight Parameters

From the start, this project had three defining constraints:

• Budget: The studio needed to be completed for no more than $100K, requiring strategic planning and efficient material selection.
• Timeline: The client’s business plan called for an accelerated completion so classes could open on schedule.
• Specialized Systems: Hot yoga rooms require precision temperature control, including infrared heating elements, upgraded electrical systems, and consistent ventilation.

Working within an active, historic building also presented coordination challenges — particularly with existing utilities — which required careful timing to keep the overall project on track.

The Solution: Smart Planning Meets Practical Execution

Using a streamlined design-build approach, Picone Construction coordinated every trade to keep the project moving efficiently and transparently — ensuring the final product met both schedule and budget goals.

Key project elements included:

• Specialized Heating Installation: Infrared panels designed for safe, even heat distribution across the yoga space.
• Electrical Upgrades: Enhanced power capacity and dedicated circuits to support high-demand heating systems.
• Optimized Layout: Smart space planning to maximize flow, comfort, and storage within a compact footprint.
• Historic Sensitivity: Updated finishes and lighting that complemented the Monroe Building’s original character.

Through consistent communication with the Movement Buffalo team, every decision — from layout to finishes — was made with efficiency and long-term value in mind.

The Results: A Modern Studio with Local Character

Movement Buffalo officially opened its doors on time and on budget, offering North Buffalo’s wellness community a bright, inspiring studio that’s as functional as it is beautiful.

The completed space blends modern amenities with the building’s historic charm, achieving both aesthetic appeal and technical performance. Despite utility-related coordination challenges, Picone’s proactive scheduling and team management kept the project moving smoothly and within the established budget parameters.

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Helping Small Businesses Build with Confidence

Movement Buffalo’s project is one example of how Picone Construction helps small business owners bring their vision to life — even with modest budgets, complex site conditions, or specialized technical needs. From cafés and fitness studios to offices and retail build-outs, we specialize in efficient, design-driven construction solutions across Western New York.

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