Have you been yet? Originally built as a YMCA, this building has recently been overhauled and turned into a world class jazz club. We got to see the “before” on an early site visit, when there were still small apartments and a basketball court. But the work they’ve done to transform the space is exemplary.

Our part included the restoration of the (massive) 22’ tall operable sashes as well as the original YMCA insignia stained glass panels in the rear of the building.

We also rebuilt the sashes and panels located in the mezzanine level, recognizable now thanks the purple lights that illuminate them from behind. These are now all lit from behind by lightboxes because the original exterior has been bricked over.

Many thanks to Auger Building Co. and to everyone at Jimmy’s for including us in this amazing local project. It’s a great space and a total win for Portsmouth.