Clothing organized by size at The Attic, Construction Junction's new second hand store
Clothing organized by size at The Attic, Construction Junction's new second hand store

LITTLE GREEN DRESS

Step Inside The Attic at Construction Junction

REIMAGINING REUSE

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July 24, 2025

Construction Junction has long been known as a destination for reclaimed building materials.

But a new addition to the store is turning heads, and turning gently used goods into something extraordinary.

Located in the rear corner of the store near Space Monkey, The Attic is a thoughtfully designed 1,500-square-foot department featuring secondhand clothing and housewares with a curated touch.

About The Attic

Over the past several months, CJ’s team has designed and built this space with intention and care. All the clothing racks and fixtures in The Attic are made from salvaged materials, reflecting the organization’s commitment to creative reuse and sustainability. It’s a bright, organized and welcoming environment that encourages browsing and discovery.

“With the housing market changing for the younger generation, CJ felt we needed a new department that would appeal to a broader market in the Pittsburgh area. We were lucky enough to receive six years of sales data from Big Reuse in Brooklyn and just like them, we knew this would be the right move for CJ to become more relevant and add yet another layer of waste diversion to our store.”

Melissa Mongelli

Executive Director of Construction Junction
The Attic, Construction Junction second hand store
Racks of clothing at The Attic

The Attic features a rotating selection of items sourced in collaboration with estate sale experts, professional organizers and downsizing professionals. New inventory arrives weekly, offering everything from vintage outerwear to eclectic kitchenware and modern accessories.

In Stock Now:

  • 900+ Tops & Shirts
  • 500+ Pants & Bottoms
  • 50+ Dresses
  • 1,000+ Houseware Items
  • 150+ Accessories
Pieces of houseware available at The Attic
Pieces of houseware available at The Attic

An Inclusive Space

The department also includes handicapped-accessible fitting rooms, constructed with reclaimed materials to align with CJ’s mission of reuse while making the space more inclusive and comfortable for all shoppers.

With its expanding product offerings and sustainability at the forefront, The Attic at CJ offers a new way for visitors to support reuse, reduce waste, and find something unexpected. Whether shoppers come for a unique piece of clothing or a one-of-a-kind dish set, they’ll leave knowing their purchase supports both the environment and the local reuse economy.

The Attic is now open and welcomes visitors during regular store hours.

To learn more, visit cjreuse.org/the-attic.

Please contact Construction Junction Executive Director Melissa Mongelli at mmongelli@cjreuse.org with any questions.

Racks of pants sold at The Attic
Racks of pants sold at The Attic

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