2024 Preservation Award Recipients
The First National Bank building is an iconic fixture on Broadway in Uptown Columbus. During a renovation of the exterior the large-scale corner mounted clock was removed. Twelve years later, the clock is reinstalled and better than ever. Fully outfitted with new stained glass, clock faces and lighting, the clock is a great addition to the historic building and the Uptown streetscape. Buddy Nelms and his entire team were instrumental in the restoration, and it is surely another example of the care and investment that Buddy has made over the decades in Uptown. Historic Columbus is always thankful for Buddy and his pioneering vision for preservation of our downtown.
The new Nonic restaurant building is a perfect example of good infill development within a historic context. For years, the 13th Street corridor has been developed as a vehicle focused thoroughfare, but over the last few years a new vision has been cast that creates a much more pedestrian friendly streetscape. This masonry building, hand painted signs, large windows, and overall scale help it to create a much more inviting experience than before. HCF commends Nonic and the Cotton Companies on their vision and investment.
In its first major renovation since 1989, The Columbus Museum embarked on the major task of overhauling not only the building, but also its collections, exhibitions, and gardens. Reimagining The Columbus Museum, a project totaling more than $20 million, showcases more art and history to the community. The Museum is such an important part of Columbus, and it is now more accessible and vibrant than it ever has been. Historic Columbus is grateful to the Museum for their ongoing efforts to elevate art and culture in Columbus.
Located in Averett Woods, 2300 Preston Drive was originally built in 1969 by Dr. and Mrs. D. Ronald Watson. The Colonial Revival style home recently underwent extensive renovations to include an exterior addition that involved very detailed brickwork. Interior work involved significant bathroom and kitchen renovations as well. Historic Columbus is grateful to Leslie Anne and Scott Jones for investing in this wonderful Midtown gem.
The mid-century houses on Kay Circle, Trinity Drive, and Box Road have recently seen a flurry of activity thanks to Schuster Enterprises. Long known for their attention to detail and architecture with their Columbus restaurants, the company has had a recent focus on the neighborhood surrounding their corporate offices. Many of the houses, which were previously vacant and deteriorating, have been fully renovated and are now occupied. Historic Columbus commends the Schuster team for seeing the value in neighborhood revitalization within the Clifton Woods neighborhood.
Improvements to the Wynnton Road corridor have been ongoing for several years thanks to new investment both privately and publicly funded. Jennifer Flournoy saw the potential in several of the historic properties remaining along the corridor and developed plans to bring new life and vibrancy. Jennifer’s renovations of the buildings at 2101 Wynnton Road (Wynnton Boot and Shoe) and 2213 Wynnton Road (Napier's) are just the first piece of the incredible transformation to come within those two blocks thanks to her hard work and vision. Historic Columbus is excited to have Jennifer Flournoy working in the neighborhood and can't wait for what's to come in the future.
These projects are still in progress, so we will share completed photos soon!
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