Reclaimed Copper Shingles, Varozza Winery in St. Helena, CA
This client - the spectacular Varozza Winery - was restoring a Civil War-era barn that had housed the family's original wine-making equipment. The particular property had remained in the family for over 100 years, but the barn roof was ready to be replaced.
They wanted something more permanent than the through-fastened corrugated panels and composition roof that it had suffered through for the past 20 years or so, but they also wanted to maintain the rustic, historical look. The roof was part of a complete restoration that involved the stone work, the interior, the wine-making equipment, and some structural components.
We were able to source some reclaimed copper roof shingles that were being removed from another building. The resulting completed project met the client’s needs precisely. The roof looks like it was there from the beginning, it will never need replacing, and architecturally, it's completely consistent with the style and age of the old barn.
This is a close-up of the cupola, which is a replica of the original designed off historical photos.