Historic Restoration
Cooper Historical Windows ◆
Manufacturer of historically accurate windows; restorer of period windows, doors, & entranceways. Combining the beauty of handmade glass with the efficiency of Low-E glass, to produce an ideal IG unit, adding high-performance and energy-efficiency to historically accurate windows.
Historic, Rural Farmstead in Pennsylvania Restored to Elegant Event Venue
B&D Builders reimagined Moonstone Manor's two-story barn, restoring the deteriorating space while maintaining the existing stone walls.
The Bird Cage: Renovation Project
See how the iconic "Bird Cage" staircase, of the Milwaukee War Memorial, has been fully restored using Pilkington Spacia™ Vacuum insulated glazing.
Milwaukee Federal Building & U.S. Courthouse Renovation
A team of architects and artisans bring the façade of the Federal Building and U.S. Courthouse in Milwaukee back to its original splendor.
Preservation Timber Framing Restores First Parish Meetinghouse
Thoughtful restoration brings craft, communication, and celebration to the First Parish Meetinghouse in Derry, New Hampshire.
Let’s Help Restore Notre Dame Cathedral!
Information on how to contribute to the restoration of Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris.
An 1853 Clock Tower Restoration by Campbellsville Industries
An 1853 clock tower for a Kentucky courthouse is replicated by Campbellsville Industries.
Restoring Historical Stained Glass
Steps to take when restoring historical stained glass.
The Restoration of Sagamore Pendry Hotel
The Sagamore Pendry, a 1914 Beaux Arts building, and its historic pier are restored and given new life as a luxury hotel on the Baltimore waterfront, thanks to Beatty Harvey Coco Architects.
The Long-Term Restoration of Georgia's Capitol
Lord Aeck Sargent meticulously restores Georgia's State Capitol to its original luster.
Minnesota Capitol Gets a Facelift
HGA Architects and Engineers and Schooley Caldwell Associates renovate the Minnesota State Capitol.
Restoring Historic Metal Facades
A look at the process behind restoring the historic metal facades in two building restoration projects in Illinois.
A Mural to Inspire: Sherry-Netherland Hotel, NYC
Perhaps the most elegant feature in the Sherry-Netherland hotel was the 860-sq.ft. mural painted on the vaulted ceiling in the lobby by Joseph Aruta.
Lincoln Hall at University of Illinois is Restored
A $40-million rehabilitation and restoration by CannonDesign and Bailey Edward has brought Lincoln Hall at the University of Illinois back to life.
Appropriate Hardware for Historic Restoration Projects
Finding the appropriate hardware for historic projects can be a challenge.
The Authenticity of Materials
Some replacement materials will work in historic buildings; others will not. However, it's important to repair before replacing.
Historic Wood Windows
Download this feature article to learn more about restoring and replacing historic wood windows.
Restoring the Basilica of St. Louis
Known locally as "the Old Cathedral" in St. Louis, the Basilica of St. Louis, The King gets a full interior and exterior restoration from Mackey Mitchell Architects.
