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As we reflect on 2024, Walnut Capital is proud to celebrate a year of incredible milestones, innovation, and growth. From national awards to transformative projects in Pittsburgh, we are excited to share the highlights that define our commitment to building thriving communities. Read more

"The expansion at Bakery Square will bring good-paying jobs to our community and uplift our local economy, ensuring that the benefits of growth reach every corner of Allegheny County." Read more

The company is working on a redevelopment plan for the former UPMC Mercy South Side campus, a property that a Walnut Capital affiliate paid over $9 million for. Reidbord and his team are in the early stages of carrying out that residential redevelopment. Read more

The Pittsburgh chapter of the American Institute of Architects gathered to explore this question at Carnegie Music Hall for the 41st annual Design Pittsburgh awards on Friday, Nov. 8. The awards honor sustainability, social impact, masonry and more in local architecture and design. Read more

Dreaming of a city that feels like home the moment you arrive? Welcome to Pittsburgh! Recently ranked the #8 most livable metro area in the U.S. by RentCafe, our steel-town-turned-innovation-hub has mastered the art of livability. Read more

A proposed $850 million expansion of Bakery Square is ready to roll with the award of a $5 million state redevelopment assistance capital grant. Read more

A rendering of a new 10-story, mixed-use building Walnut Capital is preparing to move forward on at its Bakery Square Connector site in the East End now that it has received a $5 million state grant. Read more

Pittsburgh is gaining recognition as a major player in the world of artificial intelligence, thanks to the recent AI Horizons Summit and a groundbreaking new initiative by NVIDIA. Read more

Mr. Shapiro will headline an October summit in Bakery Square called AI Horizons that is part of an ongoing effort by local developers and companies to enhance the city's reputation as a technology powerhouse. The governor is a potential running mate of Vice President Kamala Harris. Read more

Expansion would include the Village of Eastside shopping center and the former Club One Fitness site. Read more

The former Nabisco plant in Larimer once served as a leader in baking technology. Now it's fast becoming a home for a 21st century form of high tech -- artificial intelligence. Read more

Allegheny County will receive $2 million in federal funds to connect the East Liberty Transit Station with the East Liberty business district and Bakery Square, now cut off from the station by a busway. Read more

We're thrilled to announce that Walnut Capital has earned a spot in the prestigious Elite 5 of the 2024 Kingsley Excellence Awards! Securing 5th place overall, this recognition celebrates our commitment to consistently surpassing industry benchmarks and providing exceptional customer service. Read more

2023 at Walnut Capital? We snagged another 'Top Place to Work' title, won awards for our leasing and maintenance professionals, spiced things up with City Kitchen and Sheetz at Bakery Square, and initiated transformative projects. It's been a year of growth and good vibes in Pittsburgh. Read more

The real estate developer working to transform a former hospital complex on the South Side has named the contracting and architecture firms it'll rely on for the conversion of 5.5 acres of land into residential use over the coming years. Read more

We're excited to share that our team has voted us a Top Place to Work in Pittsburgh for 2023! This recognition comes straight from the heart of our organization - our employees. Read more

We couldn't be more thrilled and excited to introduce the latest addition to our array of luxury apartments: The Washington at Chatham. With meticulously restored architecture and a wide range of contemporary amenities, The Washington at Chatham will surely become the pinnacle of luxury living. Read more

Local Owner of Two Galley - Bakery Square Kitchens to Launch a New, Elevated Food Hall Concept at Bakery Square called City Kitchen. Read more

Walnut Capital is considering a plan to convert much of the grandiose clubhouse into higher-end condominiums, perhaps as part of a mixed-use development that could include restaurants and offices. Read more

Walnut Capital supported governor-elect Josh Shapiro's Weekend of Service at the YWCA in Homewood this weekend. He kicked off his work in Homewood where he and local volunteers collected and pass out school supplies for neighborhood classrooms and well as put together care kids for the homeless. Read more