06/11/2026
Built in 1860. Still Standing.
Most people saw a cracked window sill.
We saw 165 years of history worth preserving.
Behind the masonry were hidden voids, failed repairs, deteriorated mortar, and decades of water infiltration. What appeared to be a simple repair required a careful restoration strategy to protect the building’s integrity while preserving its historic character.
Historic buildings don’t ask for shortcuts. They demand craftsmanship.
Swipe to see how a small defect revealed a much larger story—and how proper restoration helps ensure this 1860 landmark remains part of Buffalo’s skyline for generations to come.
Contractors Alchemist LLC
Historic Preservation • Masonry Restoration • Building Rehabilitation
Elevating Properties. Preserving History.