Eastern Kille Distillery

A modern craft distillery in Rockford, Michigan, combining production, hospitality, and architectural design in a scenic natural setting.

Construction Year

2023

General Contractor

Eastern Kille Distillery is a Michigan-based craft distillery known for its locally produced spirits. In 2023, the company developed a new facility in Rockford, Michigan, bringing distilling, barrel storage, a tasting room, and restaurant together under one roof. Designed by Mathison | Mathison Architects and constructed by Wolverine Construction, the building creates a unique visitor experience while supporting the distillery's growing production needs.

FALK supplied HFW-40 insulated metal wall panels with a Macro Rib profile, finished in PVDF Spartan Bronze on the exterior and PE Dutch White on the interior. The dark bronze panels complement the building's natural wood accents and surrounding wooded landscape, creating a modern architectural appearance. The panels also provide a durable, thermally efficient building envelope that supports the facility's year-round operations.

Located along the White Pine Trail, the distillery features a dramatic sloping roofline, expansive glass walls, and outdoor gathering spaces that connect visitors with the surrounding landscape. The combination of insulated metal panels, wood, and glass demonstrates how functional building materials can contribute to a distinctive architectural design, creating a welcoming destination for visitors while supporting the practical needs of a working distillery.

Photography Courtesy of Wolverine Construction & Eastern Kille Distillery

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