The Telephone Building

F.W. Woolworth Co.

Restoration Updates

November 26, 2025 • Peoples Bank

East Staircase Construction Progresses at the Peoples Bank Building

Stair members measured. — East staircase structure taking shape as new components are installed.

Carpentry crews are advancing work on the east staircase at the Peoples Bank building, focusing on the components that form the structure’s essential framework. The team began by shaping the new stair landings, ensuring each platform aligns correctly within the existing layout. From there, carpenters turned their attention to the “stringers,” which are the long, angled structural components that define the rise and run of the staircase. These pieces are cut from fresh lumber and carefully formed to match each staircase step needed for proper support. Each section is secured in place using nail guns and precise measurements. With the landings and stringers taking shape, the base structure will be prepared for the installation of the rest of the staircase pieces to complete the assembly.

Lumber prepared for stringers. — Fresh lumber used to cut and shape the angled structural components.

Workers installing stair landing. — Crews install a new stair landing on the east side.

Stair framing progress. — Carpenters cut each staircase piece.

Learn more about the full restoration plan for the Peoples Bank building.

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January 1, 2026 • Peoples Bank

Waterproofing and Plastering Continue on the South Side of the Peoples Bank Building

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South Storefront Doors and Glass Installed at the Peoples Bank Building

December 28, 2025 • Peoples Bank

Tinted Tempered Glass Installed in the Peoples Bank Building Storefront

December 26, 2025 • Peoples Bank

Preparing the Peoples Bank Building for a Stronger, Weather-Ready Exterior

December 24, 2025 • Peoples Bank

The Elevator Landing Moves Closer to Completion at the Peoples Bank Building

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The Telephone Building

Milestone Moment: A New Restaurant Is Coming Soon to the Historic Telephone Building

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F.W. Woolworth Co.

Elevator Interior Takes on an Authentic 1930s Look at the Woolworth Building

Drywall Removal Completes on the First Floor of the Brown Brothers Building

Electrical Removal Completed at 635 Cleveland Street

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An exciting new chapter of historic restoration begins for four unique properties on Cleveland Street in Downtown Clearwater.

See the magnificent transformation now underway

FOR INFORMATION

Scott Dobbins
scott@hybridgecre.com