GIAMPOLINI / COURTNEY

REPRESENTATIVE MASONRY RESTORATION PROJECTS

At Giampolini / Courtney our passion is Masonry Restoration. Our goal is to be the most capable, accomplished and trusted

Specialty General Contractor in the Western United States specializing in Masonry Restoration and Preservation

Reconstruction.

We have assembled a group of the most talented, knowlegable and experienced craftspeople, supervision staff and project

managers available and together this group offers a range of services, experience, talent and level of expertise that is without

equal.

Our customers have a choice and they have chosen us to perform major work on their prized buildings as shown on the following

pages. I hope our firm can be of service to you.

Sincerely,

Michael Courtney

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The Chronicle Building, the first skyscraper in the west, and still standing, was designed by famed Chicago Architects Burnham & Root. Originally constructed in 1890 it survived the 1906 earthquake and fire although damaged portions were rebuilt immediately thereafter under the guidance of famous San Francisco architect Willis Polk. The richly carved sandstone, brick and terra cotta belted Romanesque structure originally served as headquarters for the Chronicle Newspaper.

In the 1960's, when a very different view of Historic Preservation existed than does today, the building went through a modernization. Much of the most beautiful architectural elements were destroyed to make room for a new stark metal and glass modern facade cladding. The building was covered with this wrap in 1963.

In 2006 the The Ritz-Carlton Residences conversion began. The plan required an authentic Historic Restoration to return the facade to its original appearance. The hidden treasure was unwrapped and the Restoration Team went to work.

690 MARKET STREET, CHRONICLE BUILDING SUTTER STREET, SAN FRANCISCO 2007

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Significant quantities of replacement stone were needed for the restoration but the quarry was long closed and location was unknown. The search was on for a suitable substitute. A stone from China was being considered. Then we found the site. Samples were taken to present to the design team.

In a discussion with the owners about stone choices Architect Charles Bloszies remarked:

"It's not a match; IT IS THE STONE."

The lower floors of The Chronicle Building are clad in Sespe Sandstone. Wholesale areas were removed or damaged in the 1960's facade modernization. Missing sections needed to be replaced, and damaged and deteriorated stone needed restoration. GFRC, and a stone from China, a good match, were being considered for the replacements. Little was known about the original quarry long ago closed.

Keno Kopelov, son of our lead stone fabricator Labe Kopelov, on a whim, searched historic geological records on the internet and got a lead on the closed quarry location. He hopped in his truck and headed for the rugged hills in Ventura County, Southern California.

Miraculously he found the well hidden site back in a steep walled canyon on a large private ranch. He knocked on the ranchers door and told the story. Happy to help with the restoration effort the rancher gave us access to his land. We pitched the idea to the owners. It was going to cost more money. It is a Ritz-Carlton property. Of course they wanted the best. We were off to the mountains to get the stone.

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Deteriorated stone was repaired using a combination of techniques including retooling and installation of dutch patches. The art of retooling is a restoration option when damage is confined to the outer inch of the stone allowing craftsmen opportunity to put a new fresh finish on the stone in place.

Many blocks were replaced in whole with hand carved pieces mined from the original closed quarry site.

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Foreman Ray Perkins and project manager Jeff Mayo.

Lead stone carver Shawn Tibbs.

Several new brick arches, with decorative brick spandrels, as well as new brick window surrounds, were reconstructed to match original details. Originals had been demolished during the 1960's project.

Custom brick was special ordered in several unique colors, shapes and sizes to produce an excellent match to the various wide variety of original brick material.

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Foreman Laurie Harris

At upper floors terra cotta elements destroyed with sledge hammers in the 1960's modernization were replaced with new architectural GFRC replacement replica material. Architectural Facades Unlimited made the pieces and Giampolini / Courtney crews installed them.

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The original hand carved stone egg and dart band at the 3rd floor window sill was broken off in the 1960's. A new architectural GFRC casting was applied to replicate the original feature.

Also notice before and after cleaning brick appearance.

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In early 2006 Plant Construction Company LLC contracted with Giampolini / Courtney for the exterior restoration and painting work. Project Architect is Charles Bloszies. Preservation consultants included Page and Turnbull and Wiss Janney Elstner.

A Restoration Team was formed with several representatives from each firm. We all worked together diligently for our clients the Hunter Group and Ritz-Carlton Properties.

The Giampolini / Courtney crew, numbering over 40 masons on site at times, started the project in July 2006. Project was completed on schedule in fall 2007.

Project Superintendent

Pete Nielsen

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Timothy Pfueger, a famous San Francisco architect, left his mark on the San Francisco skyline in 1928 with the opening of the 450 Sutter Building.

Most San Franciscans have been to the building as it always has, and still does house mostly doctors and dentists.

The masonry cladding of the building is all terra cotta in a Mayan inspired Art Deco style. The building towers 26 stories.

The building has much glass with bay style windows to flood offices with light. The steel frame windows have been problematic since early in the life of the building. Leaks and stresses to the terra cotta have resulted.

2008 marks a change. Under the watchful eye of the San Franciscco Landmarks Board the entire building will get new windows and the terra facade will be carefully restored by Giampolini / Courtney.

450 SUTTER STREET, SAN FRANCISCO 2007

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Owner of the property is Harsch Investment Properties. Restoration Architect is Architectural Resources Group. General Contractor is Marchetti Construction Inc. Marchetti will replace windows and coordinate all work. One massive task they will execute is relocating tenants to temporary offices while their own office space is taken out of service for the window change-out.

Temporary, fully equipped, medical and dental facilities are in place for practices to continue while offices are off line.

First step is to clean the building. Then following, the facade will be closely surveyed by Preservation Architect, Architectural Resources Group. Every tile will be looked at and needed repairs and replacements will be recorded on survey drawings. These drawings will be used by the Giampolini / Courtney crews to guide the work. Exterior work will be performed from double-decker, motorized, suspended swing stage scaffolds high above city streets over a massive custom sidewalk protection canopy. New terra cotta will be manufactured by Boston Valley in upstate New York.

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San Francisco's Nob Hill has always been home to the very rich and famous. As the city grows and changes, one thing remains the same: Nob Hill is still San Francisco's crown jewel. During the days of the wild west, Nob Hill was adorned with mansions of the great railroad barons of the Central Pacific Line, affectionately known as the Big 4. They were Charles Crocker, Leland Stanford, Mark Hopkins, and C.P. Huntington.

In 1922, construction began on the corner of California and Taylor Streets. The result was a 12 story apartment hotel building.

In 1924 Eugene Fritz, a real estate developer, purchased the property. In 1945 it was upgraded and then again it was even further refined to lavish proportions under his daughter Dorothy Fritz-Cope's management.

Today the Landmark Hotel is run by the same Cope family and continues to thrive. At left Newton Cope Jr. keeps an eye on the family business.

HUNTINGTON HOTEL , SAN FRANCISCO

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Brick and terra cotta construction is common to the San Francisco skyline and the Huntington Hotel brick and terra cotta facade is not exempt from the typical aging problems common to all such buildings.

The conscientious owners recognize that regular maintenance and a watchful, routine repair program will extend the life of the bulding indefinitely.

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The original Hearst Building was destroyed by the 1906 earthquake and fire. It was rebuilt shortly after of steel, concrete and terra cotta with a beautiful marble cladding on its lower facade.

In 1937 Julia Morgan was commissioned to design a remodel and update. Her work included a new south wing clad in ornate terra cotta, and a new entry. The entry featured an elaborate very large mono-chromatic glazed terra cotta cartouche flanked by carved fluted marble pilasters. A large bronze recessed decorative grill was also incorporated. She refinished the interior lobby with ornately carved marble. The building resides at the heart of a thriving intersection, the gateway to downtown San Francisco, at Market, 3rd, Kearny and Geary Streets. To coincide with other major happenings with neighbors at the corner (a new Ritz-Carlton Residences, Westin Hotel and others) the owners have carefully timed a freshening up of the facade with a cleaning and maintenance repair program.

HEARST BUILDING, SAN FRANCISCO

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Hearst Properties, distinguished owner, has held and occupied the building for over a century. As long term owners of distinctive substantial real estate, they recognize the value and economies of maintaining their properties at a high level.

They have entrusted Giampolini / Courtney with the multi-phase exterior restoration of their landmark terra cotta and stone masonry facade.

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In 1878, Central Pacific railroad founder Mark Hopkins dies before he can move in to his 40 room Gothic style mansion on Nob Hill. His widow Mary moves in shortly after. In 1906 the mansion was destroyed in the earthquake and fire. A modest building was erected in its place.

In 1925, George Smith, a engineer and hotel investor, saw potential in the site and bought the building and tore it down in preparation for something much grander. A year later, in 1926, the luxurious 19 story Mark Hopkins Hotel opened its doors.

Today the Hotel is owned by InterContinental Hotels. After a recent renovation, the original details and terra cotta ornaments of the French and Spanish renaissance facade looks as dramatic now as when Smith first installed them.

Writing in 1879, Robert Louis Stevenson observed that Nob Hill was "the Hill of Palaces". Much has changed in San Francisco since then but even today Nob Hill has no shortage of palaces.

MARK HOPKINS HOTEL, SAN FRANCISCO

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A massive pedestrian cover was built over the main entry to protect the public. Masonry restoration and cleaning work was in progress directly over the front door daily. Hotel guest arrivals and departures went on - except for the added shade it was business as usual.

The granite turret being reassembled over the new stainless steel structural frame.

Howard S. Wright served as general contractor and Architectural Resources Group was Preservation Architect.

Giampolini / Courtney crews started exterior facade repair work in 2001. Work spanned several years and was spread over nine phases.

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Crews work from swing stages high on Nob Hill above California Street and the public below.

In the background is the original Flood Mansion, now The Pacific Union Club. This San Francisco Landmark is one of the only structures on Nob Hill to survive the 1906 earthquake and fire.

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The Mark Hopkins Hotel sits high atop Nob Hill. From the "Top of the Mark" you can see the entire San Francisco Bay Area.

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The following pages include snapshots of a sampling of many more projects we have been involved with over the last few years. We are very fortunate to have a very diverse client group. We do work for private owners, general contractors, government agencies, property managers, Universities and others. The structures are diverse as well including hotels, office buildings, many Churches, The State Capitol, Courthouses, Monuments, mansions, and more. All have one thing in common - Owners who care about their properties with a choice.

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Mike Courtney, proud of his workers, looks things over.

Project Manager Brad Blemker checks deterioration on terra cotta cornice block scheduled for replacement at the California State Supreme Courthouse.

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