1 month ago Share Eager to explore opportunities to fill empty storefronts, the St. Armands Business Improvement District is looking to south Florida for inspiration. Could artists in need of a studio find their next workspace on St. Armands Circle? It’s possible if commercial property owners choose to pursue a partnership with Zero Empty Spaces, a Fort Lauderdale-based company that works to turn vacant storefronts into art studios — on a short-term basis, at least. The St. Armands Business Improvement District heard a presentation from Zero Empty Spaces co-Owner Andrew Martineau at its Jan. 13 meeting. After some business closures last year linked to the COVID-19 pandemic, the BID has discussed strategies for drawing more people to the commercial district and filling empty spaces.