The National Building Museum — Renovations & Roof Replacement
Project Details
Owner: National Building Museum
Total Contract Amount: $9.9 million
Architect: Einhorn Yaffee Prescott
In the 1970's and 1980's Grunley Construction performed four projects within the structure now known as the National Building Museum. (It was previously called the Pension Building.) The National Building Museum opened its doors in 1985. Since then the NBM has been the site of many of "official" Washington's most prestigious galas and outstanding architecture, engineering, and construction exhibitions. Grunley's work included:
- Removal and replacement of the entire roof decking system and roof replacement;
- Complete exterior window replacement;
- New elevator systems;
- Clean and tuck-point of the exterior;
- Repair the exterior frieze and terra cotta modillions; and
- Restoration of the Great Hall.
Last updated: January 17, 2011