June 19, 2025 • The Telephone Building
Mural installation completes on the east face of the historic Telephone Building to highlight Clearwater’s past and present.
Read moreJune 14, 2025 • The Telephone Building
Crews complete careful brick repairs on the first floor of the Telephone Building by reusing original white brick from hidden sections and replacing damaged areas to preserve both structure and character.
Read moreJune 9, 2025 • The Telephone Building
A duct is added to the first-floor AC at the Telephone Building to help reduce noise and create a quieter space for future tenants.
Read moreJune 4, 2025 • The Telephone Building
With interior window trim now in place, the Telephone Building’s first-floor storefront takes a step closer to completion.
Read moreMay 31, 2025 • The Telephone Building
Electricians installed exterior lighting at the Telephone Building, adding ambient illumination and enhancing the 1914 structure’s visual appeal at street level.
Read moreFinal paint work on the first floor of the Telephone Building brings the interior to completion, with all exposed beams now matched to the original color scheme.
Read moreMay 20, 2025 • The Telephone Building
Aluminum panels have been installed on the new cantilevered awning, completing this historically significant feature of the Telephone Building.
Read moreMay 17, 2025 • The Telephone Building
Crews restored the rear façade of the Telephone Building with carefully matched brickwork and precision-installed electrical conduit—completing the structure’s exterior envelope.
Read moreMay 14, 2025 • The Telephone Building
Crews are hand-staining the birch doors on the first floor of the Telephone Building, as part of the detailed interior finish work that is bringing the 1915 landmark in line with its carefully restored historic façade.
The Telephone Building awning is painted in Marsh Brown and Mink, designer-selected to match its original design. Primer and two coats ensure lasting durability.
Read moreMay 5, 2025 • The Telephone Building
Detailed corbels recreate the original awning profile at the Telephone Building, marking a key phase in the restoration of its historic façade.
Read moreRestoration crews install the wraparound cantilevered awning framework on the Telephone Building, reintroducing a signature 1914 detail with newly reinforced steel and corrugated supports.
Read moreFebruary 3, 2025 • The Telephone Building
A 20-foot bee colony is discovered and safely relocated from the Telephone Building’s west wall during restoration.
Read moreJanuary 18, 2025 • The Telephone Building
Recycled cotton insulation lines the walls of the Telephone Building, improving sustainability and acoustic performance.
Read moreJanuary 14, 2025 • The Telephone Building
A custom storefront system now spans the Telephone Building façade, restoring its mid-century modern aesthetic with hurricane-rated glass and energy-efficient materials.
Read moreDecember 20, 2024 • The Telephone Building
New steel columns stabilize the historic Telephone Building, supporting its reuse for modern needs.
Read moreDecember 16, 2024 • The Telephone Building
To meet modern code requirements, the original elevator shaft in the historic Telephone Building is rebuilt from the ground up—setting the stage for a sleek, energy-efficient Kone system.
Read moreDecember 12, 2024 • The Telephone Building
The north wall of the Telephone Building is fully rebuilt with historically matched brickwork.
Read moreDecember 10, 2024 • The Telephone Building
New mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems support the next chapter of the historic Telephone Building.
Read moreDecember 8, 2024 • The Telephone Building
Crews replace 34 upper-story windows at the Telephone Building, restoring their original 1920s design and improving storm resistance.
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