Historic Preservation
We provide a wide range of historic preservation services. Jonathan Poore has over 30 years experience in the field of historic preservation, including 18 years serving on the Gloucester Historic District Commission, much of the time as chairman. Other members of the staff also have extensive experience in this field. The skills range from an understanding of urban planning and the elements necessary to building a sense of community, to a mastery of a broad range of historical architectural styles, extending to the fine grain level of historic decorative arts and furnishings.
Light House Preservation Society
Restoration of the oil house for the
Ten Pound Island Light House, Gloucester, MA
Total facade rebuild and restoration in Back Bay Historic District, Boston, MA
Sandy Bay Historical Society, 1832 Sewall-Scripture House,Addition and renovation to historical building
Rockport, MA
Sandy Bay Historical Museum, Rockport, Ma. – The renovation of this local museum included an addition and handicap ramp. The original 1832 Sewall-Scripture house, a granite building, was preserved and restored.
Façade Restoration, Back Bay Historic District – A detailed façade reconstruction and restoration included slate work, sheet metal work, brownstone restoration, detailed millwork, and period color.
Oil house restoration – Light House Preservation Society restoration of the oil house for the Ten Pound Island Light House, Gloucester, MA