The Plan Room Monthly: October 2026

Once a month, the Construction Exchange shares news on behalf of our partner, The Plan Room. As WNY's only construction-focused coworking space, Plan Room offerings go well beyond offices. Benefit from trailer parking, drive-up storage bays, tool charging stations, an open workshop/fabrication area, unlimited coffee and even virtual golf.


Get in touch to learn more or stop in at 2075 Kenmore Avenue, Buffalo, NY 14207.

In this edition:



  • A successful Ken-Ton Chamber Open House and Happy Hour 
  • Welcome The Plan Room's newest members, Kevin's Catering & Parlor City Furniture
  • Now available: a large storage unit steps from the overhead door 
  • Upcoming events at The Plan Room and the Construction Exchange 
 

A Full House for the Ken-Ton Chamber

This month The Plan Room hosted the Kenmore-Tonawanda Chamber of Commerce Open House and Happy Hour, celebrating the Chamber’s move into its new offices right here at 2075 Kenmore. Chamber members, local business owners and community partners packed the building for an evening of networking, food and a first look at the Chamber’s new home. 


It was a great example of what this building is for: people who do business in this community getting in the same room. Thanks to the Chamber’s sponsors, Better Business Bureau, Crown Benefits Group, Pro Muscle Lifting Club, SJP Credit Union and The Talent Shop, for making it happen. 


A lot of local talent showed up too. Kevin’s Catering handled the food (word is the taco dip and homemade chips were the hit of the night), Fête built the balloon displays, Plan Room member New Gen AV ran the music, and Paula’s Donuts and Enzi Cakes & Sweets brought the treats. 


Welcome to The Plan Room, Ken-Ton Chamber. We’re glad to have you as neighbors.

 

Planning Your Own Event?

The Five Star Equipment Training Center seats up to 70 for classes and product training.


The Piano Key Lounge hosts 20 to 30 with a TrackMan golf sim. Perfect option for team holiday parties!

Book them separately or together. If you're interested, fill out a quick contact form and we'll be in touch with you.

Welcome Kevin's Catering to The Plan Room

If you were at the Chamber Open House, you’ve already had a taste. Kevin’s Catering has been cooking for Buffalo and Kenmore since 1999. Kevin’s handles everything from corporate lunches and drop-off catering to weddings, holiday parties, tailgates, graduations, church functions and fundraisers, with full event staffing for setup, service and cleanup. Learn more at kevinscatering.com or call (716) 874-4464. 


Kevin’s Catering joins The Plan Room with a storage locker and a 24/7 open work desk, giving the business room for equipment and supplies plus a place to handle the office side of things at any hour. Catering doesn’t keep banker’s hours, and neither does The Plan Room. 

Welcome Parlor City Furniture to The Plan Room

Parlor City Furniture has leased a private office at The Plan Room, giving the Binghamton-based commercial interiors dealer a home base in Western New York.


Parlor City is a full-service commercial furniture partner. They plan the space, source the product, and deliver and install it. Their work covers office seating, desks and workstations, conference and training tables, storage, glass and demountable walls, office pods, acoustic panels and sound masking, branding and signage, and custom casework and millwork. They work across offices, hospitality and healthcare, sourcing from hundreds of manufacturers and backing it with white-glove delivery and installation.


If you’re a GC, architect or owner with an interiors package on the board, you now have a furniture and FF&E partner down the hall at The Plan Room. Parlor City offers free space planning, so bring them in early and get layouts and pricing before the furniture budget becomes an afterthought. Learn more at parlorcityfurniture.com.

Now Available: Large Storage Unit Next to the Overhead Door

One of our large storage units just opened up, and it’s in one of the best spots in the building, right next to the overhead door. Pull in, unload, and get to the jobsite.


Size: 8' wide x 30' deep (about 240 SF)

Rate: $250 per month

Terms: Month to month. No security deposit. Lock provided.


  • 24/7 Access
  • Access to open workshop and fabrication area


Built for contractors who: 

  • Are ready to move the business out of the home garage.
  • Need somewhere to stage materials for upcoming jobs. 
  • Want a home base without the overhead of a shop lease.


Units like this don’t sit long. Call Mike at 716.202.8498 or email info@wnyplanroom.com to schedule a walkthrough. 


Upcoming Events

Classes at The Plan Room

Five Star Equipment Training Center


Nov. 3: ConEx U: Contractor Job Costing (Accounting 201)



Nov. 6: ConEx U: Understanding MWBE Goals & Expectations

Classes at the Construction Exchange



Oct. 27: ConEx U: 2026 NYS Sales Tax Seminar

More Industry Events


Oct. 22: Main St. Niagara Falls Revitalization Open House


Oct. 22: Buffalo Niagara MWBE & SDVOB Training Day Conference & Expo


Oct. 28: Buying and Selling a Construction Business - Part 4: Preparing for a Construction Business Sale


Nov. 1: Applications for Rise Up Mentorship Program due



 

Mike Wopperer | The Plan Room | 716.202.8498 | info@wnyplanroom.com | wnyPlanRoom.com

2075 Kenmore Avenue, Buffalo, NY 14207