Preserving a 1926 Landmark: The Guaranty Building
Project Overview
- Status: National Register of Historic Places (Listed 1988)
- Location: West Palm Beach, FL
- Building Size: 120,000 SF
Completed in 1926 and designed by the renowned architect Henry Stephen Harvey, the Guaranty Building remains a vital piece of South Florida’s architectural heritage. At the time of its construction, it represented the largest real estate investment in West Palm Beach history.
G.M. Selby was retained by the Condominium Association to perform a high-level Structural Condition Assessment. Our objective was to evaluate the integrity of the building’s common elements while respecting its status on the National Register of Historic Places. This project required a delicate balance: ensuring 21st-century safety and code compliance without compromising the 20th-century historic fabric.
Major Project Deliverables
Comprehensive design and documentation for long-term viability.
Prioritized Deficiency Report
A roadmap of repairs with clear risk ratings for immediate vs. long-term action.
Full Shoring & Repair Design
Custom-engineered shoring plans and detailed repair designs tailored for historic preservation.
Construction Phasing Plan
A strategic schedule designed to minimize disruption for residents in the occupied 120,000 SF building.
Full CAD Documentation
High-precision digital drawings of all structural elements and repair details.