INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — Pavel Polanco-Safadit recently visited the Loft Highway Building in Richmond, Indiana, a unique space offering a blend of big-city amenities in a small-town setting.

The Loft Highway Building, located in the historic Depot District of Richmond, Indiana, is a 37,000 square foot facility that houses a variety of businesses, including a coffee shop, taproom, salon, massage therapy, yoga studio, and a microcinema.

“The idea was sort of like, how can we create a place that has some of that aesthetic and those amenities of a big city with all the conveniences of a smaller city?” explained Zach Parker, the building’s owner.

Zach Parker, who has a background in filmmaking, returned to Richmond after spending time in Los Angeles and Chicago. He has made several films and is passionate about 16mm film, owning a collection of prints.

The most recent addition to the Loft Highway Building is Oblivion Cinema and Arts, a microcinema that Parker co-founded with his partner, Kate Goodpaster.

The cinema exclusively shows films on film, reflecting Parker’s love for the medium. Oblivion Cinema and Arts also serves as a community space, offering art supplies, creative education classes, and a workspace for local artists. The space features works by V.K. Panto, a Richmond-based artist.

The Loft Highway Building exemplifies how small towns can offer vibrant, multi-functional spaces that attract both locals and visitors seeking a unique experience. Pavel Polanco-Safadit’s visit highlights the building’s appeal as a cultural hub.