SERVICES

Opus’s dedicated team of artisans provide a wide range of expertise in architectural arts services. We revel in producing original artistic designs and elements for new construction, just as much as we passionately bring back to life hidden elements of histories past. We are proficient in sculpting, texturing and color matching a variety of materials. Combining old world techniques and innovative new ways, we achieve extraordinary results.

CONSERVATION

Our principles and practices of technical examination, documentation and treatment for objects of material culture are done with only the upmost care. Our goal is to improve the condition of an artifact by stabilizing physical condition problems and addressing surface disfigurement, pigment discoloration and flaking, arising from deterioration and/or damage. In doing so, we strive to retain as much original material as possible and to employ the most carefully considered methods with the highest quality materials available.
Our process includes:

Assessment
Analysis
Archival Research & Documentation
Material & Methods Research & Documentation
On-Site Mockups

RESTORATION

Once we determine the best course of treatment to maintain the cultural and historical significance of an object and ensure its long-term preservation, we then can begin to restore it back to its original splendor.

Ornamental Masonry, Wood and Plaster
Objects include: Statues, fireplace surrounds, mirrors, doors, altars, fine art and much more
Murals, Mosaics and Signage
Interior Finishes
Exterior Facades
Metal and Wood Finishes
Fine Furniture Treatments
Masonry elements include: limestone, sandstone, bluestone, brownstone, terra cotta, terrazzo, precast concrete, granite, marble and brick

PAINT & FINISHES

We skillfully design and execute murals and signage, as well as create artistic decorative finishes on plaster, wood, metal, glass, epoxy resins, masonry products and many other surfaces. Techniques include:

Color Matching
Faux Painting
Trompe L’oeil
Graining
Glazing
Gilding
Antiquing
Staining
Stenciling
Patination
French Polish

PLASTER

We use the same centuries-old methods in recreating the practice of Venetian plaster. Our featured designs are based on authentic examples from their respective eras: Antiquity, Renaissance, Baroque, Historic and Modern Masters, and our premium grade of handmade finishes are perfect for embellishing any interior or exterior project. We are pleased to offer:

Premium quality and old-world craftsmanship with carefully-selected materials imported from Italy and applied by our highly-skilled team of professionals.
Outdoor resilience and permeability, proving particularly suitable for restoration of landmarked buildings.
Consistent finishes and limitless possibilities, our extensive line of decorative services meet your project’s needs for cost-effective solutions.
Natural beauty with natural products: the calcium-based authentic minerals we use are composed of finely-crushed marble, lime, and water; a historically accurate and simple formula suited to interior and exterior applications.