White Haines & Madisons
...continuous stretch of historic commercial buildings represents a final puzzle piece in revitalizing an important block in downtown Columbus.
2019 Most Endangered Buildings
The Broadwin
Year Built: 1924
Address:1312 E. Broad Street, Columbus Ohio 43215
Original Building Use: Hotel
Owner: Eli Adahan
The early 20th century brought a major change in architecture type along East Broad Street with the introduction of luxury apartment buildings and commercial buildings to what was a boulevard of mostly mansions and churches. The 8-story Broadwin was designed as a hotel/apartments in a fashionable Second Renaissance Revival style and represents an early use of reinforced concrete construction. The Broadwin features a marble lobby and decorative trim that remain intact. The building is part of the East Broad Street Historic District listed in the National Register of Historic Places.
Why is this Site Endangered?
The Broadwin has suffered long-term vacancy and ownership changes, as well as vandalism and some deterioration. The current owner purchased the building in 2017 and has not yet been successful in obtaining historic tax credits to make the rehabilitation feasible. The latest proposal, contingent upon receiving tax credits in the next round, calls for a $17.6 million rehabilitation project to return the property to its original 46-unit configuration.
UPDATE March 30, 2021: The Broadwin Is Back On The Market
The Broadwin is for sale and has tremendous potential to help meet the rising demand for housing in Columbus. Fortunately, it was recently awarded Ohio Historic Preservation Tax Credits. If interested in purchasing the property, contact The Robert Weiler Company for more information. ►DETAILS
Photos by Orbit Design & Richard Burry
2019 Endangered Sites
West Side Spiritualist Church
...asymmetrical westwork towers between a gable-front with an arched window opening that contains a rose window and stone tracery
The Broadwin
... fashionable Second Renaissance Revival style and represents an early use of reinforced concrete construction
Kroger Bakery/Ford Assembly Plant
The Ford Motor Company built this substantial brick factory with ornamental white terra cotta trim
King & High Block
...early 20th century mixed-use block represents a cohesive collection of architecture supporting viable small businesses
Hayden Mausoleum
...largest single family mausoleum in central Ohio was designed by noted architect Frank Packard
[logo_carousel_slider]