JPMorgan Chase Tower is a feat of architectural design, and is the tallest building in Texas! Despite its fame and storied history, the building was in need of extensive repair and redesign. Renfrow was brought in to fabricate two beautiful outdoor structures, illuminated stainless steel railings, and unique heavy duty vent hoods for an interior kitchen.

Due to the 100-120 hour winds that tunnel in between the downtown Houston cityscape, the outdoor structures were built with composite wood imported from Italy, which is able to withstand Category 3 Hurricane conditions. Despite complications in demolition, small work spaces, and coordinating the delivery of imported materials, the project resulted in a beautiful landscaping redesign that brought new life to the building. Just like the structures we crafted, rain or shine, we will get the job done.

Working with government entities can bring an array of challenges when projects lie within the heart of the city. One challenge that is not always thought of: parking. 1001 Fannin is set in the heart of the city, and coordinating large amounts of material and workers in such a small area requires the highest quality communication, organization, and attention-to-detail. Our team helped with a variety of projects including two steel pavilions, security gates, planters, and a deck with sturdy structural support. The pavilion is uniquely shaped, with perfectly circular metal tubing rolled to create a rounded shape. After successfully assembling at the shop to ensure the pavilion met all specifications, we broke the structure apart, transported the materials into the tight space, and up to eight welders worked at a time to piece the structure together. Regardless of the space, or lack thereof, we used our deep knowledge of metalworking, project coordination, and safe installation to create a one-of-a-kind end result.