Constructed in 1885 in downtown Austin, the Hirshfeld-Moore House was restored in 1979–80 for use by the Texas A&M University Development Board, who has remained a client of Volz & Associates since that time.  Recently completed work includes restoration of the first floor wrap around porch and roof repairs.  The furnishings project won the 1992 American Society of Interior Designers “Design Excellence Award” for Historic Preservation.

Key Restoration Issues

1. ★Sensitive conversion of period residential furnishings and finishes for office use
   

2. ★Interior finish and molding reproduction
   

3. ★Accessibility for people with disabilities
   

4. ★Roof performance
   

5. ★Wood conservation and restoration
   

Scope of Services

1. ★Finishes analysis and reproduction, 1978
   

2. ★Furnishings plan, 1987
   

3. ★Accessibility improvements, 2000
   

4. ★Exterior repairs, 2009
   

Location

814 Lavaca

Austin, Texas

Historic Designations

1. ★National Register of Historic Places
   

2. ★Recorded Texas Historic Landmark
   

Links

Texas A&M University System