Project Gallery
Siding restoration and roof repair completed by Thomas Hogan. Expert craftsmanship required to accomplish a project demanding precise architectural replication and critical structural improvements.
Detailed before and after highlighting the weathered state of the 30 year old Cedar. Note the added aluminum trim to the new Cedar siding that ties into the roofing system.
Rock wall installation before and after. Artistic focus by Cincinnati mason Walt Bessey toward functionally improved erosion control.
Themed mulch installation. Design by Chris Daeger and execution by B.C. Nursery.
2022 landscape renovation. Design by Chris Daeger and execution by B.C. Nursery.
Future & Ongoing projects
Major restoration project to replace the original Cedar shingles on the cone.
Reseal and repaint of the cone's metal loft scheduled for 2024.
Repaint of the stairway scheduled for Summer 2022. Planned project lead is Rick Wolf, one of the original artists.
Completed 2022
See project highlight gallery for details
Repair and repaint of the metal widow surrounds scheduled for Summer 2023.
Completed 2023
Project Highlight - Siding & roof restoration - Thomas Hogan
Siding before
Replacing the siding
Replacing the siding
The siding along the South West exposure had deteriorated. Major renovation was required to preserve and protect the studio from water.
Replacing the siding
Replacing the siding
Replacing the siding
Thomas Hogan, of Hogan Construction, accepted the challenge of honoring the architecture while improving the structure.
Thomas Hogan
Replacing the siding
Hidden elements complete the system
After months of work by the master craftsman, the Cedar siding is nearly completed to exact measure.
Hidden elements complete the system
Hidden elements complete the system
Hidden elements complete the system
Individual aluminum caps were cut and fitted to each Cedar board. The extra detail ensures that the siding and roof are now working together for drainage.
Remarkable after
Hidden elements complete the system
Preserved for the future
The siding is restored to the original architectural detail. Over time, the sun and rain will silver the newly applied siding to match the rest of The Studio.
Preserved for the future
Hidden elements complete the system
Preserved for the future
This incredibly unique architectural element of Terry Brown's Wahopi is now better than ever. The Studio is protected from the weather to last as a statement of Organic Architecture.
Project Highlight - STAIR RESTORATION - RICK WOLF, LEAD
Stairs before
Removing aged and peeled paint
Removing aged and peeled paint
The stairs are a major focal point and serve as a grand entrance to the cone. Years of South West exposure had taken a toll.
Removing aged and peeled paint
Removing aged and peeled paint
Removing aged and peeled paint
Rick Wolf, and his brother Joe Wolf, took lead on the project. Rick was part of the original team to build Wahopi in the 1990's.
Prepping for paint
Removing aged and peeled paint
Painting in the heat
After days of hand sanding and scraping by the team, the Cedar shingles are protected and the stairs prepped for paint.
Painting in the heat
Preserved for the future
Painting in the heat
The September weather in Cincinnati was perfect and we were able to paint in full sun and mid to high 80's. We used commercial spraying and hand painting.
Remarkable after
Preserved for the future
Preserved for the future
The stairs returned to their original color and vibrancy. The striking sculptural gate, designed by Paul Lashua, adds to the architectural detail.
Preserved for the future
Preserved for the future
Preserved for the future
Like so many design features of Wahopi, the elements of Organic Architecture are on full display. Now restored they are spectacularly ready for many years ahead.