Design & Build magazine March/April 2015

MileStones
Intent to Reinvent
The Graniteville Mill
TThe Graniteville Mill, located alongside
the Augusta Canal, is a splendid example
of the revitalization of downtown Augusta
that began in the 1990s. The Historic
Augusta Canal and its industrial mill
are listed in the National Register of Historic
Places and, along with the Industrial
District, are designated as a National
Historic Landmark.
Mill photography by Brandy Angel
Courtesy of Brown’s Guides.
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IT IS IMPOSSIBLE TO MISS THE MASSIVE RED brick
building just off of the canal in the historic district of Augusta,
Georgia. Of the original four main cotton mills located along
this stretch of water, only the Graniteville Mill remains. The
neon Graniteville Company sign is a classic identifying mark
that provides special significance to the building as well as a
source of pride for Augusta. What was once a decaying eyesore
has been repurposed as commercial space for offices and
retail, along with residential lofts. The charm and character
of the building was retained, and original photographs and
signage scattered throughout the building and along the walls
give an indication of a storied history that commands reverence.
The beautiful old floors remain, polished to a burnished
glow, and outdoor space is integrated and utilized so well, that
the Mill has become a popular location for outside weddings
and other events.
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