The Telephone Building

F.W. Woolworth Co.

Restoration Updates

February 20, 2026 • Peoples Bank

Exterior Insulation System Installation Begins at the Peoples Bank Building

Installing exterior insulation boards. — Insulation boards are secured over a layer of reinforcement mesh.

Work has begun on the Exterior Insulation and Finish System (EIFS) at the Peoples Bank building. This system adds insulation, improves energy efficiency and creates a smooth surface for the façade. Crews are installing reinforcing mesh along the exterior walls to create a strong base that helps prevent cracking. Lightweight insulation boards are then secured across the surface in preparation for the final exterior finish. As this work progresses, the building moves closer to its restored appearance while gaining long-term durability and performance.

Exterior Insulation worked on every level. — Crews prepare the façade across both stories for the next phase of exterior finishing.

Mesh installation. — Reinforcing mesh is added as the first layer of the exterior wall system.

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

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Ceiling Lighting System Expands Across the Peoples Bank Building Interior

March 31, 2026 • Peoples Bank

Mediterranean Tile Frieze Takes Shape Along the East Façade of the Peoples Bank Building

March 30, 2026 • Peoples Bank

Overhead Electrical Installation Moves Forward at the Peoples Bank Building

March 28, 2026 • Peoples Bank

Second-Floor HVAC System Installation Progresses at the Peoples Bank Building

March 26, 2026 • Peoples Bank

Metal Stud Framing Defines Interior Layout at the Peoples Bank Building

March 25, 2026 • Peoples Bank

HVAC Framework Installation Advances at the Peoples Bank Building

March 23, 2026 • Peoples Bank

Mosaic Tile Frieze Installation Begins at the Peoples Bank Building

March 22, 2026 • Peoples Bank

Brass Cladding Installation Begins on East Entrance of Peoples Bank Building

March 21, 2026 • Peoples Bank

Overhead HVAC Support System is Installed at the Peoples Bank Building

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Restoration Updates | See daily progress on Historic Cleveland Street

The Telephone Building

Streetscape Paver Work Nears Completion at the Telephone Building

Ceiling Framing Progresses at the Peoples Bank Building as Overhead Systems Take Shape

F.W. Woolworth Co.

Final Crown Molding Detailing Continues at the Woolworth Building

Second-Floor Ceiling Removal Allows for Roof Evaluation at 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