
Introducing the six businesses that call Nextec home?
On the corner of 3rd Avenue and 16th Street North, you’ll find Nextec, a redevelopment of the 90-year-old, 65,000-square-foot Edwards Motor Company building (also formerly known as the Sticks ‘N’ Stuff building). With experience in historic renovation, developer Michael Mouron, chairman of Capstone Real Estate Investments, began this civic project in 2021 as a space for business startups to continue their work in the Magic City.

Explore downtown’s walkable mural trail?
Looking to make the most of your time while waiting for a table or perhaps seeking a way to work off some post-dinner calories? Look no further than Birmingham’s captivating Mural Trail, an ideal way to immerse yourself in the heart of downtown Birmingham. This trail invites you to stroll through the storied streets of both the Historic Downtown District and the Civil Rights District. While Birmingham boasts an abundance of striking murals, our carefully curated trail promises an enjoyable, sun-soaked afternoon adventure. With an estimated completion time of about an hour, or the flexibility to split it into two leisurely segments, this trail promises a memorable exploration of art and history.

The Frank’s new look and its impact on the city center?
Downtown Birmingham keeps growing, and so does the demand for more residential apartments. The Frank Nelson building on 20th Street North has recently been converted into an apartment complex. Commons and Orchestra Partners teamed up to redevelop the property back in 2018.

Sip your way through the official coffee trail of Downtown BHM?
The Magic City is buzzing with local coffee spots that each bring something unique — and delicious — to the table. With more than 15 cafés scattered across its footprint, we’ve brewed up the ultimate Downtown BHM Coffee Trail: your guide to the best cups of joe in town. Spanning multiple downtown districts, this trail is perfect for caffeine lovers ready to sip their way through the heart of the city, one visit at a time.

Small building, big impact: How a thoughtful development is revitalizing 25th Street North?
In the heart of downtown Birmingham, a modest new development on 25th Street is proving that small-scale design can have a powerful impact.

The music scene in downtown Birmingham is booming?
One of Birmingham’s many hidden treasures is the music scene downtown. The sheer volume of concert venues we have in downtown Birmingham is something most people aren’t even aware of – but it really is remarkable! There is truly something for everyone, whether you’re into the smaller, more intimate venues or the large-scale venues for those big name artists. Keep reading to check out some of the cool venues downtown Birmingham has to offer.

Celebrate Birmingham’s green space by making plans for National Picnic Day!?
April 23rd is National Picnic Day and Birmingham has no shortage of parks for you to get out and celebrate the day! All of the greenery in the Magic City helps to add to the overall vibrancy and we are all about that here at REV and encourage you to get out and support it as well. Grab some friends, a picnic basket full of your favorite goodies, and head to your favorite park to enjoy some beautiful spring weather with some great company!

Family-friendly bites in downtown Birmingham: Where to eat, play and relax?
Finding fun, kid-friendly places to eat isn’t always easy — but downtown Birmingham makes it a whole lot more delicious. Whether it’s a weekend outing, school break or just a day when everyone needs to get out of the house, downtown is packed with spots that make dining out with little ones enjoyable (yes, actually enjoyable).

20th Street North’s transformation: A new chapter for downtown?
Birmingham’s 20th Street has undergone a remarkable transformation in recent years, becoming a revitalized gateway for downtown’s bustling business, residential and entertainment communities.

Creating kinetic energy in a downtown workplace?
Jay Brandrup, principal and founder of Kinetic Communications, takes pride in the workplace culture he has been able to create since he started his company in 1995.