The nearly $33 million project will be paid for primarily with reserve funds. Cabinet installation is one of the most basic procedures included in a renovation plan. The renovation renews this Historic Landmark structure for future generations, preserving its unique historic features while creating a 21st century destination equipped to showcase the increasing complex art of today and tomorrow.

I’ve been through one renovation too many know that this two-year time frame for completion is pie-in-the-sky malarkey. Although it is a common perception that it’s necessary to obtain 3 quotes prior to hiring a renovator, it is more important to determine that the quote you receive encompasses all the details of the renovation.

Once a plan is completed and you sign a renovation agreement, a deposit (prior to construction) is required, not only to secure your place on our project scheduling board, but to cover any vendor deposit requests for items such as hardwood, cabinets, mechanical, countertops.

As you can see, your renovation budget needs to consider every last element, and you will find there are many ways to increase or reduce the cost of the project simply based on the materials you choose. On November 13 the Renwick reopened to the public after a major two-year interior and exterior renovation—the first comprehensive renovation of the building in 45 years.

Restoration (HISTORIC)- the act or process of accurately depicting the form, features, and character of a property as it appeared at a particular period of time by means of the removal of features from other periods in its history and reconstruction of missing features from the restoration period.