restoration

Revitalizing a Century-Old Architectural Landmark

by | Oct 26, 2020

Given the significant extent of limestone spalling and deterioration of this landmark, a comprehensive rehabilitation program was prepared to restore the limestone as closely as possible to its original beauty and appearance,

Perry World House: How the University of Pennsylvania Used Natural Stone to Transform its Oldest Building

by | Feb 28, 2020

The 17,400 square foot academic building features limestone cladding inside and out. It received a Pinnacle Award in the Commercial Exterior category, “an amazing transformation of a declining historic house into a vibrant modern jewel of an office building.”

What to Expect During a Natural Stone Restoration

by | Dec 6, 2018

Restoring your stone can bring it back to the look and luster it had when it was originally installed. Part of the beauty of natural stone is that the process can be repeated without worry so you can enjoy your investment for a lifetime.

Recapturing the Lost Beauty of Stone at the Peninsula Paris

by | Jun 27, 2018

After an exhaustive 4-year renovation of The Peninsula Paris, the century-old building took a giant leap back to reclaim its rightful place among the city’s most impressive architectural structures.

An Education Carved in Stone

by | Oct 9, 2017

In a world of bytes and bites, the next generation of artisans is still studying with mallets and chisels and doing its part to carry over an ancient trade to another century.

Stone Craftsmanship: A Rare and Irreplaceable Skill

by | Jul 14, 2017

Stone carvers today uses a combination of modern machinery and ancient craftsmanship to restore buildings and sculptures to their former magnificence.

Using Natural Stone in the Minnesota State Capitol Restoration Project

by | Jan 30, 2017

A case study about award winning Minnesota State Capitol restoration project.

An Innovative Approach to Sourcing Stone

by | Mar 28, 2016

The restoration and expansion of a distinguishing campus landmark in Dedham, MA