GRANITE - THE BROOKS BROTHERS BUILDING, NOHO
At the northeast corner of Broadway and Bond stands a most imperial structure. In 1874, when Brooks Brothers opened its newest location at this address, the New York Times declared 670 Broadway to be “an ornament to the street.”

The AIA Guide to New York City describes its Eastlake details and “romantic rose brick and granite commercial structure.” Although it is a mere five stories high, its bulky presence occupies nearly half a city block, on both the Broadway and Bond Street sides. Its aesthetic flourishes, its dressed brickwork, its dominant shades of deep clay red— accented by dots of browner brick— and its general grandiosity, make it a particularly conspicuous presence when compared with its neighbors. 

Although there have been some changes over the years, the façade is remarkably intact and miraculously, preserved thanks to the hard work of Opus. Their team ensured that the original Victorian Gothic structure would continue its grand presence and beauty, the way it was envisioned so long ago.

“We contracted with Opus when presented the task of restoring the granite and color matching the sandstone on the historic Brooks Brothers Building. Ms. Quartin and her team were nothing short of consummate professionals whose restoration work were impeccable."
- Alex Martin, Project Manager at Rally Restoration Corporation

BEFORE /AFTER

Rust, grim, dirt and chipped corners cover the granite facade (top).

Completed granite facade restoration through cleaning, patching and color matching (bottom).

BEFORE /AFTER

Graffiti, grim, dirt, corrosion and failed patches from previous contractors (top).

Completed granite facade restoration through cleaning, patching and color matching (bottom).

BEFORE /AFTER

New patch installed by Opus where spalling and cracks were present (left).

Completed granite patch by color matching application (right).