Our firm served as general contractor for the restoration of Florida’s first public junior college. Listed in the National Register of Historic Places, Keystone Restoration, Inc. was commissioned to restore the building’s exterior in accordance with the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for Historic Rehabilitation. Designed and constructed during 1933 in the depth of the Great Depression, the architectural style of the college followed Palm Beach’s prevalent Mediterranean Style. Located on the grounds of old Palm Beach High School, the building serves today as a school of the arts for the College.
Keystone Restoration’s work involved restoration of the exterior to its original historic condition, structural masonry repairs, restoration and replication of original architectural details, wood windows, restoration of historic clay barrel tile roofing, lead abatement, millwork, wood door replication, cast stone steps, etc.
“We are delighted with the transformation of our historic building as a result of Keystone restoration’s work.” ” Most importantly, our building was masterfully restored within a limited budget.” “Al Pinedo brought an exceptionally high standard of quality to the work, proving his technical historic preservation knowledge, as well as his company’s overall construction skills.” “Our experience has shown that Keystone Restoration’s reputation is well deserved. We would be pleased to have the opportunity to work with keystone again….” Douglas G. Johansen, Foundation President, Palm Beach Community College
“The quality of the workmanship is truly impressive…” “Your attention to detail and genuine concern for maintaining the building’s historical integrity was realized and certainly appreciated by my firm…” “I am pleased to recommend Keystone Restoration whenever the opportunity presents itself.” Jess M. Sowards, AIA
“This brief note cannot fully express my satisfaction with your work at the historic Palm Beach Junior College Building. Despite obstacles of budget, weather, and red tape, you maintained a very high standard of restoration quality and timely performance. Your personal integrity was reflected in every aspect of the job.” Leslie Divoll, AIA, NCARB
Owner: Palm Beach Junior College Foundation Contact: Douglas Johansen, President (561) 439-8072 Owner Rep: Architect Leslie Divoll, AIA (561) 845-6303 Architect: Robert G. Curry Partnership AIA; Jess Sowards, AIA (561) 276-4951 Completion Date: 1995 Work Performed: 90% by Keystone Restoration, Inc. forces Designations: National Register of Historic Places; City of West Palm Beach
