Foulmouthed Brewing

WCG Team

Project Specs

year completed

2015

Gross floor area

4,921 sq ft

Partners

Leslie Benson Designs
Peter Burke Landscape Architect
Blais Civil Engineers, PA
Nason Mechanical Systems
Spark Applied Efficiency
Gnome Landscapes
Capozza Floor Covering Center
JP Tile
Paul White Company

Transforming a neglected auto garage into one of Southern Maine’s most recognizable brewpub destinations required creativity, collaboration, and a willingness to embrace challenges. Working closely with the owner and design team, Warren Construction Group converted this aging industrial building in South Portland’s revitalized Knightville neighborhood into the home of Foulmouthed Brewing.

After peeling back the layers and years of heavy use, we uncovered many existing structural and site issues that required innovative problem solving with the owner’s and Architect. The project involved extensive structural reinforcement, complex utility coordination for brewery and kitchen operations, and careful preservation of the building’s original character. Existing timber framing was retained wherever possible, while portions of the masonry exterior were opened to introduce natural light and create a welcoming atmosphere. Custom interior features, including locally sourced old-growth pine accents and a handcrafted figured mahogany bar top, helped establish the brewery’s distinctive modern-industrial aesthetic.

Today, this project stands as a successful example of adaptive reuse, demonstrating how thoughtful design and craftsmanship can breathe new life into an underutilized structure while creating a vibrant destination for dining, gathering, and community connection.

Project Photos: David Kurtis Photography