Historic Restoration | Exterior Venetian Plaster
The Barboglio House
10 Locust Street — Helper, Utah | Built 1910
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The Barboglio House
A Piece of Utah History
Nestled beneath the sandstone cliffs of Helper, Utah, the Barboglio House has stood for more than a century.
Built in 1910, the home originally belonged to Joseph Barboglio, an Italian immigrant who worked in the coal mines of Carbon County before becoming a prominent businessman, labor organizer, and Helper's first mayor.
Barboglio helped shape the early development of this historic mining town, establishing the Helper State Bank and contributing to the community's growth. His original residence at 10 Locust remains a testament to the craftsmanship and determination of Helper's early residents.
Restoring the Past
More than 100 years later, the Barboglio House has been given a new chapter through a thoughtful restoration led by Gary DeVincent and his team.
The Baron Construction had the privilege of contributing to this project by applying a traditional limestone-based Venetian plaster (Carrera) to the home's exterior.
Using classic European application techniques, we carefully built layers of plaster to create a finish with natural movement, subtle texture, and a soft, reflective sheen.
Unlike conventional paint, Venetian plaster offers a distinctive depth and character that complements the home's historic architecture.
Historic Barboglio House
The finished exterior
The side elevation
The front porch
Traditional Materials. Timeless Craftsmanship.
There's something meaningful about using centuries-old plaster techniques on a home built more than a century ago.
For us, this project represents more than a beautiful exterior finish. It's an opportunity to honor traditional craftsmanship, work with natural materials, and contribute to the preservation of Utah's architectural history.
We're proud to have played a small part in the restoration of the Barboglio House and its next chapter.
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