Contemporary glass storefront in final stages of installation.

Hal Collums Construction is just finishing up a major New Orleans restoration on St. Charles Ave.   This beautiful Greek Revival style building had fallen into disrepair after being used to house a restaurant and then sitting empty for a few years after Hurricane Katrina.  The current owner decided to renovate this beautiful home to bring it back to its former glory.  Its new use will be a private residence and will also have office space on the first floor.

A challenge that was faced by Wayne Troyer Architects and Hal Collums Construction was how to maintain its historic beauty while meeting the current needs as a residence and an office.  With approval from the Historic Districts Landmarks Commission, this contemporary storefront entrance added inside the building while keeping the exterior shell of the building intact.  This glass and stainless steel entryway allows customers to enter the offices from the side of the building while keeping the residential entry separate and in the front.  You would never know that when you walk into this grand St Charles Ave building you will be greeted with such modern luxury.

Ramon Siles putting final touches on the handrail

HCC Acquires Third Street Warehouse

Hal Collums Construction, LLC and Central City Millworks, LLC are pleased to announce the acquisition of the property located at 2611 Third Street.  This warehouse is adjacent to our home 2610 Second Street.

This extra space is crucial to our growth and will help us add an entirely new finishing facility.  Outside consultants from Sherwin Williams and others have come to help on the planning and logistics.  By early 2010, we will have a state of the art finishing assembly line.  We hope, Peter Dave, the head of the HCC Finishing / Paint Department, will be thrilled with his new work space!