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January 14, 2025 • The Telephone Building

Storefront Reinstalled at the Telephone Building

Worker standing on a ladder applies finishing touches to a restored glass storefront at the Telephone Building in Clearwater, Florida, with tools and construction materials nearby. — Crews apply finishing details to the newly installed storefront glazing and framing on the south façade.

Crews recently completed installation of a custom storefront system at the historic Telephone Building. The new storefront revives key mid-century modern design features—including transom windows and glazing on the east and south façades—while meeting current building code requirements.

A total of 500 square feet of new glazing restores the visual clarity and architectural rhythm of the original design. The storefront’s thermal-insulated glass improves energy performance, and its framing is rated for hurricane-force winds.

This restoration marks a major step in returning one of Cleveland Street’s most architecturally significant buildings to its original design language.

Close-up of the new storefront doors with brass handles and horizontal frosted glass accents, highlighting the façade restoration of the Telephone Building. — New storefront glazing revives the mid-century look of the Telephone Building.

Exterior view of the restored Telephone Building featuring new storefront glazing and mid-century architecture under a modern metal awning. — Storefront reinstallation completes a major step in façade restoration.

Learn more about the full restoration plan for the Telephone Building.

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