Preservation Resources
Whether you're looking for window restorators, building archives or construction experts, this list of preservation resources can help you make the first step towards understanding your building and completing your project.
Disclaimer: All resources below are based upon the experience of Calhoun Preservation, LLC, and are unsolicited by the resources below.
ADVOCACY
Louisiana Architecture Foundation (LAF)
"We seek to engage, educate and promote on behalf of Louisiana’s architects and architecture."
https://www.louisianaarchitecture.org/
p: (504) 266-0560
info.lafoundation@gmail.com
521 America Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70802
Preservation Resource Center of New Orleans (PRC)
“Our mission is to promote the preservation, restoration, and revitalization of New Orleans’ historic architecture and neighborhoods.”
https://prcno.org/
o: (504) 581-7032
f: (504) 636-3073
prc@prcno.org
923 Tchoupitoulas Street, New Orleans, LA 70130
Vieux Carré Property Owners, Residents & Associates (VCPORA)
“Our mission is to preserve the Vieux Carré as a national treasure, to maintain its quaint and distinctive character and to achieve in that historic, living neighborhood a quality of life which can be enjoyed by residents, fellow citizens, businesses and visitors.”
http://vcpora.org/
o: (504) 581-7200
info@vcpora.org
816 N. Rampart Street, New Orleans, LA 70116
Pleural Mesothelioma Center
An advocacy group that provides extensive information on asbestos and the diseases it causes
https://www.pleuralmesothelioma.com/treatment/
David Sides, Public Outreach Coordinator
dsides@pleuralmesothelioma.com
ARCHITECTS
Trapolin-Peer Architects
www.trapolinpeer.com
P: 504.523.2772
850 Tchoupitoulas Street, New Orleans, LA 70130
PAULA M. PEER, AIA, Principal
ppeer@trapolinpeer.cm
www.trapolinpeer.com
Koch and Wilson Architects
O: (504) 581-7023
architects@kochandwilson.com
www.kochandwilson.com
Wisznia Architecture & Development
Marcel Wisznia, Principal
mwisznia@wisznia.com
O: (504) 581-1948
www.wisznia.com
ARCHITECTURAL MATERIALS
Pittett Architecturals
Source, supply and reproduce antique European architectural materials for designers and architects around the country.
318 Cole Street, Dallas, TX 75207
infopittetarch@gmail.com
Of: (214) 651-7999
https://pittetarch.com/
BED & BREAKFAST
Sully Mansion Bed & Breakfast
www.sullymansion.com
2631 Prytania Street, New Orleans, LA 70130
info@sullymansion.com
CONTRACTORS
Architectural Preservation, LLC
License # 71365
Jean Becnel, John Blokker, Andrew Miller, and Steven Scott are specialists in heavy timber construction and other methods commonly found in Louisiana buildings of the 18th and 19th centuries. They are committed to using property materials and retaining as much of the original building fabric during their work. This maintains the historic character of the projects while supporting the longevity of the buildings.
P.O. Box 111
Brittany, LA 70718
preservethishouse@gmail.com
(225) 439-1102
Hoell Construction
Fine woodworking and renovations.
https://www.hoellconstruction.com/
p: (508) 523-1355
thoell@hoellconstruction.com
5940 Tchoupitoulas Street, New Orleans, LA 70115
Legacy Restoration & Referral, LLC
General construction services, new construction services, drywall, painting, concrete services, iron works, roof repair, bath & kitchen remodel and handyman services.
http://legacyrandr.com/
p: (504) 421-7293
Marrero, LA 70072
CPAs
Carr, Riggs & Ingram
CPAs and Advisors
o: (504) 837-9116
http://www.cripcpa.com/
1111 Verterans Boulevard, Suite 250, Metairie, LA 70005
FURNITURE
AOS
Commercial furnishings to create interior spaces.
https://thinkaos.com/
p: (504) 561-8400
400 Poydras Street, Suite 1700, New Orleans, LA 70130
LENDER
Gulf Coast Bank
Bank and trust company in the US Gulf Coast area.
o: (504) 412-2079
www.gulfbank.com
Paul Catalano, Commercial Lender & Asst. Vice President
c: (504) 957-0352
paulcatalano@gulfbank.com
Premier Lending, LLC
2400 Veterans Memorial Blvd. Suite 350
Kenner, LA 70062
P: 504 888.4104
Talbot Aucoin, Loan Originator, NMLS 1832905
C: 713-858-2650
NMLS# 41105
Iberia Bank
Liz Blum
Mortgage Loan Officer – Vice President
504-310-7123 office | 504-583-2586 cell
4909 Prytania Street, New Orleans, LA 70115
NMLS# 419405
JANITORIAL SERVICES
OJ’s Janitorial & Sweeping Services, LLC
Professional services since 1994 for commercial, industrial and federal facilities: janitorial services, facility maintenance, facility management, parking lot sweeping, porter services, grounds & lawn maintenance, courier & delivery services.
Otis A. Jones
Phone: (504) 818-3347
Email: ojs@ojsjanitorial.com
Address: 201 St. Charles Avenue, Ste 2500, New Orleans, LA 70170
Work area: Nationwide
LIGHTING
First Light
First Light of New Orleans distributes a wide variety of energy efficient commercial lighting products and services.
o: (504) 812-0297
https://www.firstlight-nola.com/
MOVERS
Professional Moving Services, Inc.
Movers located in Southern Louisiana.
O: (985) 758-1555
PAINTING
Guilbeau Painting & Lead-Based Paint Abatement
Stephen Guilbeau, EPA Certified
Prices: depends on siding, size, complexity, windows
E: guilbeaustephen@gmail.com
C: (512) 803-6706
W: https://www.guilbeausabatement.com/
Southern Painting
Interior painting; Exterior painting; Custom painting & finishes; Drywall, trim & repair services; Concrete floor coatings ; Deck & fence staining; Wrought iron fence painting. Free estimates.
o: (504) 612-3400
https://www.southernpainting.com
Kristian Roane, owner
kristian@southernpainting.com
c: (504) 495-9376
PODCAST
Preservation Destination
Recognizing a need for preservation conversations outside of academic and professional circles, Preservation Destination was created to provide quality preservation content to all types of listeners. Hosted by Taylor Voltz, MPS.
https://www.preservationdestination.com/
Available on Apple Podcast and other podcast apps
WOOD SPECIALISTS
Staub Window Restoration
Providing historically accurate restoration and preservation for wood features.
http://www.swrnola.com/
p: (504) 312-3566
admin@swrnola.com
1815 Constantinople Street, New Orleans, LA 70115
Inhab Design Build
Delivers timeless architecture with superior craftsmanship. Offer turn-key new construction, renovation, & historic preservation services for residential and commercial projects.
https://www.inhabgroup.com/designandbuild
O: (504) 232-1934
info@inhabgroup.com
1222 Annunciation St.,New Orleans, LA 70130
Hoell Construction
Fine woodworking and renovations.
https://www.hoellconstruction.com/
p: (508) 523-1355
thoell@hoellconstruction.com
5940 Tchoupitoulas Street, New Orleans, LA 70115
Mockingbird Mill
Historic mill work
William Holliday
C: (504) 441-8001
william_holliday@att.net
Patrick Drennon
C: (504) 432-0602
drennonpatrick@yahoo.com