CSI Excellence Awards for Restoration and Manufacturing Presented to SUN Precast

This project is a complete cast stone replacement restoration of the historic Stamford Central School which was originally constructed in 1936. The cast stone scope includes the complete replacement of the ornate upper bands, large window panels with through-hole design, large columns, column capitals, wall panels, lettered wall panels, datestone, and sills / bands.

Due to the complexity of the architectural details, CNC foam positives were fabricated and rubber molds were created for all of the decorative elements (column capitals, upper bands, and geometric patterned wall panels). The decorative panels with the through-hole design were exceptionally challenging to fabricate.

The highly refined cast stone mix design and intricate cast stone molding techniques enabled the detailed replication of the ornate architectural details of the 88-year-old building. Without the very decorative architectural cast stone elements the building would look very “average”, but the ornate designs really make the structure standout as an architectural treasure.