Project Type: Restaurant interior renovation
Project Size: Approx. 6,000 sq.ft.
Location: Medicine Hat, Alberta
Year of Work: 2025
Keeping a busy restaurant open during renovations is never simple. For this project at the Moxies restaurant in Medicine Hat, that challenge was front and centre from day one.
SWMW was brought in to complete a full interior renovation using a carefully planned phased approach. The goal was clear. Refresh the space without disrupting day-to-day operations or closing the doors to guests.
Project Overview
The renovation was phased to allow the restaurant to remain fully operational throughout construction. Work began in the lounge area and washrooms, followed by the dining room, with the kitchen scheduled as the final phase.
This sequencing allowed the restaurant to continue serving customers without losing a single day of business. No shutdowns. No lost service hours. Just steady progress behind the scenes.
Planning and Coordination
A project like this relies heavily on coordination and communication. From scheduling trades to managing deliveries and noise-sensitive work, every detail had to be planned around restaurant hours and peak service times.
Our team worked closely with ownership and staff to ensure each phase moved forward smoothly. Clear timelines, tight scheduling, and proactive problem-solving were key to keeping everything on track.
Construction Challenges
Renovating an active restaurant comes with unique challenges. Limited work windows, limited space for laydown areas, public safety considerations, and the need to keep systems operational all require a thoughtful approach.
Through careful planning and strong collaboration with our subtrades, the team was able to complete each phase efficiently while maintaining a clean, safe environment for staff and guests.
Final Thoughts
Projects like this highlight the strength of teamwork, collaboration, and communication. A big thank you goes out to our dedicated crew and trusted subtrades for their coordination, flexibility, and commitment to quality. Also thanks to Moxie's owner Matt, who put his trust in us to keep things running smoothly at the restaurant while the project was underway.
This renovation is a great example of how thoughtful planning and strong execution can deliver results without interrupting business operations. Exactly the kind of outcome we strive for at SWMW.