Sterling Hardware Building
Behind those droves of Gaslamp Quarter diners and revelers, resources are still being lost in this National Historic District. One happy exception is the product of a two-family project accomplished over two years. They renovated a distinguished looking 1924 storefront and added a mezzanine. SOHO's jury were excited about the owners' attention to detail, such as restoring the entrance and massive structural wood columns; and about their faithful recreation of exterior trim based on historic photographs. No element was too small to scrutinize, so each brick was hand-cleaned, sealed and secured in walls that date to 1905. Now the historic Sterling Hardware Building is home to the airy, barrier-free Sparks Art Gallery, named for owner Sonya Sparks, who represents one of the collaborating families. |
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