After - March 2017

Photographs from a Monday, March 6, 2017 tour focusing on the importance of the building envelope and renovation of historic buildings. Upon completion, the chophouse will feature a two-story dining room, as well as a rooftop terrace bar and lounge. Construction is expected to be complete by Summer 2017.

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Construction at the Cowford Chophouse has continued on schedule through the holidays and into the New Year. The following tasks have been completed since the last construction update was sent on December 21: - The second-floor slab is in place. - The slab for the third-floor level has been poured. - Ductwork on the first-floor dining area is complete. - All in-slab mechanical, engineering and plumbing (MEP) rough-ins are in place. - All in-slab piping for second and third floors is done. - All structural concrete is complete, including the final pour on the roof level and several elevated decks. In the coming weeks, the following activities and tasks will occur: - Re-roofing of the Holmes Building will be completed. - MEP rough-ins on the second and third floors will continue. - Stairs will be set in place. - A new remote terminal unit (RTU), equipment rack and mechanical equipment (such as air conditioners) will be installed. - Utility work will begin in the alleyway for water, sewer and fire piping. - Decorative cast stone and masonry re-installation on the southwest corner will start. - Construction on the main roof will begin. Installation of masonry and capstone will occur during the roofing process. - Soffits on the second-floor dining room will be laid out. - Kitchen hoods will be installed. Upon completion, the chophouse will feature a two-story dining room, as well as a rooftop terrace bar and lounge. Danis Construction is providing the construction services for the project, and Design Cooperative is providing all architectural services.

Source: https://cowfordchophouse.com/blog/

Article by Ennis Davis, AICP. November 2007 photographs by Ennis Davis, AICP. March 2017 photographs by Ledia Durmishaj

Inside the Cowford Chophouse

Built in 1902, the Bostwick Building was one of downtown's Jacksonville's most recognizable vacant historic structures. Here's a look at where things currently stand with the conversion of the building into an upscale restaurant and bar called the Cowford Chophouse.

After - March 2017