The renovation involves installation of new exterior stonework covering 50,000 square feet. Mountain white marble will adorn the steps, handicap ramps, and risers and would also be used as the accent stone that traverses around the building. The old Manhattan schist used as the coping stone above the wall will be replaced with new Atlantic black granite.
New York-based Tishman Interiors is overseeing the extensive renovation of the hall. The renovation is being executed in line with the original design and architecture, and strengthening it for the coming 100 years or more.
The venture is expected to be finished by the end of summer 2012. Post completion, it will house The Gabelli School of Business.
The hall was initially built in 1891 and got its name as homage to the founder of Fordham University, Archbishop John Hughes. It is still an important structure of the Rose Hill premises.
