Although it's July and just about the middle of the summer, construction is going strong in the historic downtown. The restoration of the historic building on the corner of Topete and Centenario, for example, the owners have been meticulously restoring the facade by chipping away at the stucco and exposing the original brick facade, and resurfacing and sealing the bricks. They are also adding crown molding, which will give the block and corners a unified look. The restoration is being over seen by Gaddo Piazzesi and his new studio La Lucertola will occupy the former space of Todos Santos Eco Adventures. I got a sneak preview and it has dramatic black and red glazed red walls and a stylish black bathroom.
Grupo Salás is also going full force on the renovation of an historical building and almost completed with the second floor. At the rate they are working, it looks they are aiming to open their hotel in time for the tourist season. Also the former Banorte space is being renovated and will accommodate a new gallery and penthouse.
