Robert A. Aird, Inc. performed stucco work at the historic Mower House at Tudor Place in Washington, DC, as part of a project that included both a new addition and restoration of the existing structure. The addition was designed to match the original service building, requiring careful attention to scale, texture, and finish continuity so the new work would read as a natural extension of the historic façade.

Our scope included installation of a fiber-reinforced cement stucco system with two distinct textures that reflected the character of the original building. The lower portion featured a heavily aggregated finish, while the upper elevations received a smoother stucco texture. In addition to the new addition, we refreshed and restored the existing stucco surfaces so the full structure would present as one cohesive exterior.

A major challenge of the project was matching the historic aggregate finish. Achieving the correct appearance required multiple field trials and adjustments to aggregate size, material blends, and application technique before the final finish met the project team’s expectations.

The completed work successfully blended new construction with the historic structure while preserving the understated utility character of the Mower House. This project highlights Robert A. Aird, Inc.’s ability to execute preservation-sensitive stucco work requiring precise finish matching across both new and existing façades.