History
The Hofheimer Building is a 14,400 square foot historic property that was built in 1928, for the Herold R. Hofheimer Fine Rug Company. The Department of Historic Resources characterizes it as one of the rare examples of “Exotic-Revival style” architecture in the Richmond area and is one of the oldest surviving buildings in Scott’s Addition. The building features the iconic Mediterranean-style dome and glazed mosaic tile. Mr. Hofheimer is rumored to have purchased the leftover tile from the construction of the Mosque Theater, now the Altria Theater, in 1926. The rooftop addition was built 11 years later in 1937, providing a work area that was used for air drying rugs. The construction of the roof is solid steel and concrete allowing for the perfect modern outdoor rooftop space.