Historic Preservation in Progress: National Park Service Cape Lookout Lighthouse

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Built in 1859, the Cape Lookout Lighthouse has guided mariners for generations—and now it’s being carefully stabilized for the future. Facing harsh coastal conditions, the historic tower closed in 2021 and is undergoing a multi‑year preservation project. Liollio, in coordination with BPE & BCA (we should tag them so they repost), has worked with National Park Service on the design to restore the interior and exterior ironwork, stripping and reapplying the exterior coating so the brick can breathe, and update its electrical system to keep the beacon light shining.  Stone and Lime has been working to make the design a reality and is currently removing the lantern for restoration.  For the most up to date information, see the NPS Cape Lookout Lighthouse Stabilization Project at www.nps.gov/calo/. 

Celebrating National Preservation Month 2025

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As our team celebrates National Preservation Month, we reflect on the significance of our nation’s historic places. Liollio has been honored with the preservation of many structures and sites listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Our clients have entrusted us with buildings both grand and modest, both museum-quality restorations and adaptive reuses, all in keeping with the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards.

Whether hiding fire protection systems or preserving a doorknob touched by five generations, we understand both the technical and the artistic. We embrace a collaborative, thoughtful, and sensitive approach to assessing and restoring historic structures. Historically and culturally sensitive projects, done well, are a balanced combination of head and heart. We look forward to the opportunity to continue preserving these historic places for the next generation.