Commercial projects
Restoring the Character of Commerce
From historic storefronts to landmark hospitality properties, ZMK Construction brings the same meticulous craftsmanship to every commercial project — preserving the stories buildings tell.
Historic Commercial Restoration
Commercial buildings carry the memory of a community. ZMK Construction specializes in the careful restoration of historic commercial structures — preserving original materials, detailing, and character while meeting modern code and performance standards.
Our work spans historic storefronts, hospitality properties, and retail spaces. Whether stabilizing a century-old façade or restoring a landmark hotel cottage, we approach every project with the same commitment to authenticity and craft.
Commercial Services
Historic Façade Restoration
Preservation of original masonry, wood siding, windows, and ornamental details on historic commercial buildings.
Hospitality Renovation
Sensitive renovation of hotels, inns, and resort structures — maintaining historic character while upgrading for modern guests.
Storefront Restoration
Restoration of historic retail storefronts including original glazing systems, transoms, pilasters, and signage bands.
Interior Commercial Renovation
Interior build-outs and renovations that respect a building's historic fabric while delivering functional, code-compliant spaces.
Featured project
Windsor Cottage
Hotel Del Coronado — Coronado, CA
The Windsor Cottage at the Hotel Del Coronado is one of the most storied structures on the property. ZMK Construction served as subcontractor to Swinerton Builders on a comprehensive historic restoration of this Victorian-era cottage, preserving its original character while preparing it for continued use as an exclusive guest retreat for Beach Village and Heritage Club members.
- Location
- Coronado, CA
- Property
- Hotel Del Coronado
- General Contractor
- Swinerton Builders
- Subcontractor
- ZMK Construction
- Type
- Historic Hospitality Restoration
- Designation
- National Historic Landmark
Featured Project
Ramona Town Hall
Ramona, CA — Full Interior & Exterior Restoration
ZMK Construction served as Prime and General Contractor for the full restoration of the historic Ramona Town Hall — a landmark civic building requiring meticulous structural, interior, and exterior work to preserve its original character while meeting modern building standards.
- Role
- Prime / General Contractor
- Location
- Ramona, CA
- Scope
- Full Interior & Exterior Restoration
- Type
- Historic Civic Building
Featured project
First Presbyterian Church
San Diego, CA
ZMK Construction was engaged to perform interior restoration work at the historic First Presbyterian Church of San Diego — one of the city's most architecturally significant religious landmarks. The project involved careful restoration of the sanctuary's ornate woodwork, arched ceiling structure, and period details, preserving the character of this beloved community institution for future generations.
Location
San Diego, CA
Type
Historic Religious Restoration
Role
General Contractor
Scope
Interior Restoration
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Historic commercial restoration requires a contractor who understands both the craft and the responsibility. Contact us to discuss your project.
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