Architecture And Restoration News

"Ford Unveils $950M Restoration of Historic Michigan Central Station"

The once-abandoned Michigan Central Station in Detroit has been meticulously restored to its 1913 grandeur by Ford, involving 3,100 skilled workers and over 1.7 million hours of labor. The station, now a symbol of Detroit's resurgence, will open for public tours and a grand opening concert on June 6. The restoration included recreating original materials using 3D printing and extensive archival research. The building will feature 640,000 square feet of retail, hospitality, community, and office space, signaling Detroit's leadership in urban revitalization.