May 21, 2025 • Peoples Bank

Rough Carpentry Crew Reinforces Interior Structure at Peoples Bank

Workers installing wood blocking at ceiling joists inside Peoples Bank.
Carpenters install blocking between second-floor ceiling joists at the historic Peoples Bank to strengthen the structural framework for upcoming restoration.

As restoration continues at the historic Peoples Bank, the rough carpentry crew has reinforced key sections of the interior structure to support active demolition work. This structural reinforcement is an essential safety measure to ensure stability as work continues.

Crews installed blocking between second-floor ceiling joists to prevent shifting and protect surrounding architectural features. The work is a critical safeguard—allowing demolition to proceed while maintaining the building’s core framework.

This precise approach supports the careful transformation of the Peoples Bank, preserving its historical integrity while preparing it for adaptive reuse.

Masons rebuilding second-floor window openings with concrete blocks at Peoples Bank.

Masons carefully lay concrete blocks to rebuild the second-floor window openings at Peoples Bank, ensuring historical integrity while reinforcing the building’s structure.

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

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