Metropolitan is highly experienced in the restoration of architecturally significant historic structures. Whether the project demands the complete restoration of the building facade, or spot masonry work that might include the reproduction and reinstallation of intricate architectural elements (i.e. precast stone cornices, modillions, parapet caps, balustrades), our firm has years of experience in restoring historically significant structures.

From education facilities to commercial properties and residential town house conversions, Metropolitan has a highly experienced project management team and skilled artisans to ensure quality restoration that meets the most stringent industry standards while also accommodating client's scheduling demands. When appropriate, Metropolitan works closely with the client's architectural teams to further ensure restoration integrity.

Concurrent to restoring a structure as close as possible to original condition/construction, at the cornerstone of our historic restoration services is the critical goal of sealing the building envelope in order to achieve a watertight facade from roof to foundation.

Harvard University, Worcester Academy, and Brown University are among our firm's clients.

Client references and case histories are furnished upon request.

• Masonry & Stone Repointing
• Stone & Architectural Precast Repair
• Cornice Fabrication & Installation
• Slate and Copper Roofing
• Structural Masonry Repair
• Architectural Millwork Restoration and Duplication
• Historic Window Restoration
• Maintenance and Service Programs

Job Profile
Willard Building
Quincy, MA

Project Description
Water damage had caused considerable structural deterioration to the building's 10 gables. The structural damage to the gables' parapets extended 18 inches below the roof line. The granite coping stones which capped the parapets weighed an average of 500 lbs. As a result of the deterioration, stones were subject to fall off the building, as the brick masonry beneath also had significant deterioration. Metropolitan was contracted to handle the entire restoration project.