New Orleans, LA
DESCRIPTION:
The U.S. Customs House in New Orleans is one of the oldest and most important federal buildings in the Southern United States. The structure endured a lengthy construction, beginning in the 1800s. Going through the Civil War era, it took nearly 40 years to fully complete. The building is a National Historic Landmark and is considered to be one of the most important works of architecture commissioned by the federal government in the nineteenth century. The grand Marble Hall in the center of the building is considered to be one the finest Greek Revival interiors in the United States, according to the U.S. General Services Administration.
Renovation included modernization of mechanical and electrical systems. New Plaster surfaces, new millwork doors and windows and new stone flooring. Upgrading of air handling systems throughout the building was performed as was renovation to toilet rooms and the addition of marble flooring. Exterior sidewalks were upgraded consistent with other French Quarter areas, with tree planters, ornamental bollards and flagstone paving. Project also involved lead abatement, asbestos abatement and ADA modifications.
OWNER: General Services Administration
ARCHITECT: Waggonner & Ball Architects
CONTRACT AMOUNT: $5,987,208
