The Telephone Building

F.W. Woolworth Co.

Restoration Updates

April 9, 2026 • Brown Brothers

Interior Structure of the Historic 1924 Brown Brothers Building Emerges as Ceiling Removal Continues

Worker continuing plaster ceiling removal inside building. — Crew member removes plaster ceiling using a prybar from a ladder.

Ceiling removal continues inside the first-floor unit at the Brown Brothers Building. Plaster demolition further exposes the structure above, and as additional sections are cleared, more of the historic wood ceiling joists come into view—extending the visible framework across the interior.

The ongoing work allows for a more complete assessment of structural conditions while preparing the interior for future systems and finishes. With each phase of removal, the full height and volume of the space become increasingly defined, reinforcing the building’s original construction and proportions.

More ceiling joists revealed during ongoing demolition. — Expanded area of exposed wood ceiling joists following demolition.

Learn more about the full restoration plan for the Brown Brothers Building.

MORE BLOGS ON BROWN BROTHERS

April 8, 2026 • Brown Brothers

Plaster Removal Reveals Original Brick at the Brown Brothers Building

April 6, 2026 • Brown Brothers

Second-Floor Ceiling Removal Allows for Roof Evaluation at the Brown Brothers Building

April 4, 2026 • Brown Brothers

First Floor Ceiling Removal Reveals Structural Conditions at the Brown Brothers Building

April 2, 2026 • Brown Brothers

Ceiling Fan Removal Prepares the Brown Brothers Building for Roof Assessment

April 1, 2026 • Brown Brothers

Removal of Interior Fixtures Advances at the Brown Brothers Building

March 29, 2026 • Brown Brothers

Flooring Removal Reveals Earlier Layers at the Brown Brothers Building

March 27, 2026 • Brown Brothers

Interior Wood Framing Removal is Underway at the Brown Brothers Building

March 24, 2026 • Brown Brothers

Interior Cleanup Prepares the Brown Brothers Building for Restoration

March 15, 2026 • Brown Brothers

Second Floor Demolition Advances at Brown Brothers Building

March 11, 2026 • Brown Brothers

Lath and Plaster Wall Removal Continues on Second Floor of Brown Brothers Building

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The Telephone Building

Streetscape Paver Work Nears Completion at the Telephone Building

Mounting System Installation Advances for the Peoples Bank Building Tile Panels

F.W. Woolworth Co.

Final Crown Molding Detailing Continues at the Woolworth Building

Interior Structure of the Historic 1924 Brown Brothers Building Emerges as Ceiling Removal Continues

Electrical Removal Completed at 635 Cleveland Street

SEE ALL UPDATES

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