Gainesville-based Capstone Property Group, LLC, has received the 2026 Excellence in Rehabilitation Award for its work in preserving a 1930s building in downtown Gainesville.
“Constructed between 1936 and 1939 in the aftermath of a devastating tornado, the Walton Jackson Building in Gainesville is a distinctive Art Deco structure that reflects the city’s recovery and early twentieth-century character,” the award says.
“Located within the Commercial Historic District, it is noted for its white marble exterior, green marble accents, and Greek key detailing. The recent rehabilitation, supported by tax credits and local incentives, preserved these defining features while adapting the building for contemporary commercial and community use. Exterior work included repair of marble cladding, cleaning of historic surfaces, and installation of compatible storefront glazing. Inside, exposed steel trusses, brick walls, heart pine elements, and concrete floors were retained.
Despite the absence of original plans and challenging conditions, the building now houses a meeting venue, gallery, and several locally owned businesses, bringing new life to downtown Gainesville.”
Click here to view pictures of what has been done to the inside of the building: Walton Jackson Building – The Georgia Trust
ABOUT EXCELLENCE IN REHABILITATION AWARDS: Excellence in Rehabilitation Awards recognize projects that make compatible use of a building through repair, alterations or additions while preserving features of the property that convey its historic value.