For over a century, The Murchison Building has stood tall on Wilmington’s skyline, shaping the city’s rich architectural legacy. Built in 1914 by the Murchison National Bank, this eleven-story building, affectionately dubbed “The Murch,” holds a prime spot at the intersection of North Front and Chestnut Streets. Today, its coveted office space with breathtaking views of downtown and the Cape Fear River.

A shining example of transitional steel frame construction, popular in the late 1800s and early 1900s, The Murchison is a blend of brick, marble, and terracotta. Unfortunately, the architects of old didn’t quite grasp how steel and masonry would play together over time, leading to problems like moisture mayhem and rusty steel.