About CGB - Draft | Continental Gin Building

The Cornerstone
of deep ellum

Built in 1888, The Continental Gin is so much more than just a historic landmark in Deep Ellum – it's a true icon of Dallas and the cornerstone from which Deep Ellum's history was built.

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an icon reimagined

Welcome to the reimagined Continental Gin Building—where Deep Ellum history meets modern-day energy. Once the world’s largest cotton gin manufacturer, CGB is now a vibrant, mixed-use hub designed for today’s professionals.

Whether you're grabbing coffee, meeting clients, or hosting events, CGB blends 19th-century charm with 21st-century comfort. Come see what happens when the past powers the future.

what was

The original Continental Gin Building helped spark Deep Ellum’s first boom—and its rich history is woven into every detail of this thoughtful restoration.

2020

coworking space

The Continental Gin Building has reopened as an icon reimagined, featuring contemporary workspace.

1982

art studios

Most recently, CGB was home to Dallas-based artists, serving as studio, loft, and meet-up space for creatives.

1888

cotton gin maker

Built in 1888, the CGB was once the largest cotton processing equipment manufacturing operation in the US.

LEARN

One of the major differentiators of CGB from other Class A office developments in the neighborhood is the fact that our ownership is just as local as the building itself.

Evan and Jordan August are the founders and chief masterminds behind August Real Estate Co., a Dallas-based real estate company that develops multi-use urban spaces for businesses and the community.

Natives of Dallas, the Augusts recognize the importance of building long-term relationships through their community-shaping projects. Get to know more about August Real Estate Co.'s mission and properties below.