Craft’s on 280

Family-owned fast-casual restaurant on Birmingham's Hwy 280

Craft’s on 280 is a full-scale renovation of a former restaurant space designed to create a stronger presence along Highway 280 while enhancing both customer experience and operational efficiency.

Due to the site’s positioning and surrounding vegetation, a prominent tower element was incorporated into the design to improve visibility from the roadway and establish a recognizable architectural identity.

Inside the dining room, the existing lay-in ceiling system was removed to create a more open, modern atmosphere with an enhanced sense of space.

The project also introduced a covered drive-thru canopy, allowing guests to comfortably order and receive meals regardless of weather conditions. To improve service efficiency, the drive-thru includes a walk-out service door, enabling staff to deliver food directly to vehicles when needed.

An outdoor patio was added to expand the dining experience, complete with fans, heaters, and exterior televisions so guests can enjoy comfortable open-air seating while watching sports year-round.