Gilbert's Brundrett Building Set to Break Ground After Years of Delays

The long-awaited project will bring two new restaurants to the town's Heritage District.

Mar. 31, 2026 at 5:24pm

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A highly detailed, colorful isometric 3D illustration of a miniature model of the new Brundrett building, featuring a modern angular design with large windows and outdoor dining areas, set against a pastel background with other stylized historic buildings and shops in Gilbert's Heritage District.An architectural rendering showcases the modern design of the new Brundrett building, which will add two new restaurants to Gilbert's thriving Heritage District.Gilbert Today

After years of negotiations with the town of Gilbert and multiple design iterations, the Brundrett family is finally ready to break ground on a new four-story building in the town's popular Heritage District. The project, located on a vacant lot at 78 & 226 North Gilbert Road, will house two new restaurant tenants.

Why it matters

The Brundrett building project has been a long time coming for Gilbert's Heritage District, which has seen significant development and revitalization in recent years. The addition of two new dining options is expected to further drive foot traffic and economic activity in the historic downtown area.

The details

The Brundrett family, which owns the adjacent Norwood Furniture store, has owned the vacant lot for decades and has been working to develop the site since 2019. After going through several different design proposals with the town, the family is now ready to move forward with construction on the four-story building.

  • The Brundrett family has owned the property for many decades.
  • The project was first introduced to the town of Gilbert in 2019.
  • Construction on the new building is set to begin in the coming months.

The players

Brundrett Family

The owners of the Norwood Furniture store and the property where the new building will be constructed.

Town of Gilbert

The local government that has been working with the Brundrett family on the design and approval process for the new building.

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What they’re saying

“We're excited to finally be moving forward with this project and bringing new dining options to the Heritage District.”

— Brundrett Family, Property Owners

What’s next

The Brundrett family plans to begin construction on the new building in the coming months, with an expected completion date sometime in 2027.

The takeaway

The Brundrett building project represents the continued revitalization and development of Gilbert's historic Heritage District, which has become a popular destination for dining, shopping, and entertainment in the region.