Los Angeles, CA

Eastern Columbia Building

Scope/Solutions

Designed by Claud Beelman, the thirteen-story Eastern Columbia Building with its turquoise terra-cotta and gold leaf exterior exemplifies the Art Deco Zigzag Moderne movement. SGH investigated cracked and spalled cladding and developed a restoration program as part of the property’s rehabilitation and adaptation for reuse as condominiums.

For this project, SGH completed the following:

  • Investigated glazed terra-cotta and gold-leaf trim facade
  • Recommended cost-effective repair and conservation methods
  • Reviewed subsequent specifications for cleaning, repair, and replacement of the terra-cotta
  • Provided construction observation services

Project Summary

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2007

Completion Date
Solutions
Repair & Rehabilitation | Preservation
Services
Building Enclosures | Applied Science & Research
Markets
Commercial | Residential
Client(s)
Charles Pankow Buildings, LTD
Specialized Capabilities
Condition Assessments | Preservation | Materials Science

Key team members

Carolyn Searls
Carolyn Searls
Senior Principal

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