The Telephone Building awning is painted in Marsh Brown and Mink, designer-selected to match its original design. Primer and two coats ensure lasting durability.
Read moreMay 5, 2025 • The Telephone Building
Detailed corbels recreate the original awning profile at the Telephone Building, marking a key phase in the restoration of its historic façade.
Read moreRestoration crews install the wraparound cantilevered awning framework on the Telephone Building, reintroducing a signature 1914 detail with newly reinforced steel and corrugated supports.
Read moreFebruary 3, 2025 • The Telephone Building
A 20-foot bee colony is discovered and safely relocated from the Telephone Building’s west wall during restoration.
Read moreJanuary 18, 2025 • The Telephone Building
Recycled cotton insulation lines the walls of the Telephone Building, improving sustainability and acoustic performance.
Read moreJanuary 14, 2025 • The Telephone Building
A custom storefront system now spans the Telephone Building façade, restoring its mid-century modern aesthetic with hurricane-rated glass and energy-efficient materials.
Read moreDecember 20, 2024 • The Telephone Building
New steel columns stabilize the historic Telephone Building, supporting its reuse for modern needs.
Read moreDecember 16, 2024 • The Telephone Building
To meet modern code requirements, the original elevator shaft in the historic Telephone Building is rebuilt from the ground up—setting the stage for a sleek, energy-efficient Kone system.
Read moreDecember 12, 2024 • The Telephone Building
The north wall of the Telephone Building is fully rebuilt with historically matched brickwork.
Read moreDecember 10, 2024 • The Telephone Building
New mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems support the next chapter of the historic Telephone Building.
Read moreDecember 8, 2024 • The Telephone Building
Crews replace 34 upper-story windows at the Telephone Building, restoring their original 1920s design and improving storm resistance.
Read moreNovember 30, 2024 • The Telephone Building
Masons repoint more than a mile of mortar joints during restoration of the Telephone Building’s brick façade.
