714 Main Progress
XTO’s restoration of 714 Main, the former Transport Life Building in Downtown, is getting closer to completion. As seen above, much of the glass of the new replica 1920s base has been installed, and as we reported previously the new warrior heads have been added atop the arches.
Now, XTO has added another important part of the base – a recreation of the building’s original grand entrance on Main. A closer view can be seen below – click on either image for a larger version.
I was so happy when the took the ugly facade off this building and was sure whatever they did would be an improvement. It looks very nice and now I’m curious why they’ve got the coin art on the entryway.
Knowing XTO, I’m certain that the “coin art” is what was on the building originally. I’m sure they’ve poured over vintage photos (and maybe even blueprints) to create it.