Providence, RI. 3 – 9 Steeple Street is a historic restoration project of the oldest surviving industrial building in Providence. Most recently used as office and restaurant space, this building actually consists of three structures totaling 19,000sf and was originally a hardware store.
The buildings were built over a 20 year period beginning in 1826. The owner, Capital Properties, purchased the building in 2007 and soon after began the planning process for an extensive renovation
New England Construction (NEC) spent over a year working with Capital Properties, and the architect, Ed Wojcik Architects, to provide pre-construction services, including value engineering and budgeting support, during the planning phase of the project.
The extensive restoration work addresses structural improvements, masonry, windows, roof, life/safety, heating and air conditioning systems and elevator concerns as well as interior fit out. The building envelope was substantially renovated.
One of the current restaurant tenants on the first floor went through a complete interior renovation. The overall goal of this project was to restore the building to its historic condition and address lingering concerns from years of deferred maintenance. The first floor will be retail and restaurant space, and the upper floors are envisioned as office space.
