East Brown Cow’s historic Thompson Block in downtown Portland has received a 2025 Build Maine Award, recognizing its renovation undertaken by Consigli Construction Co.
Thompson Block is a Second Empire-style building on the National Register of Historic Places that serves as one of Maine’s most notable Victorian commercial structures.
With its slate roof and copper dormers, it is one of the most high-style Victorian commercial structures in the state.
To convert the historic office building into short-term luxury residential units and retail space, the Consigli team performed interior masonry restoration work and extensive structural repairs while maintaining the building’s historic character and integrity. Historic windows, storefronts and doors that had been infilled over time were meticulously recreated to revive the building’s original design. Materials such as cast stone and mortar were carefully reviewed and selected for the restored facade to ensure durability and minimize future maintenance.
Annual Build Maine winners are selected through a competitive, confidential process. They are evaluated by representatives of design, engineering, construction, and owner perspectives.
