COMPLETE URBAN HOME MAKEOVER. 2001 brought good news to an otherwise bleak-looking future for this amazing landmark. A two-year, $35 million renovation turned what was once factory space into 400,000 square feet of stunning residential and office space. The Boardwalk was born. Brand new windows, plumbing and heating and cooling systems made it the quintessential win-win place to live: a virtually brand new building with more character and cool than today's money could ever afford. The renovation itself was met with the same high praise as the original structure, winning the Governor's Historic Preservation Award, the Neighborhood Business Award, and being featured in the book "Buildings of Michigan." It remains West Michigan's crown jewel of historic renovation done right.