A $100,000 renovation of the Cape Haze Community Center is 90 percent complete, including indoor and outdoor upgrades.
The center, located at the corner of Spyglass Alley and Spaniards Road, was developed by Alfred and William Vanderbilt starting in 1955.
Notable architectural features include exposed concrete joists, characteristic of post-World War II modernism, now known as the "mid-century modern" style.
Upgrades include a new flat screen, trim, paint, electrical panel, air conditioning, lights, fans, attic storage, and a covered patio, according to Bob Howell of the Cape Haze Property Owners Association.
"It was about safety, security and being able to use it more,"
said Howell. The association plans to host a social at the center on November 17, followed by a larger opening event at its annual meeting.
Author's summary: Cape Haze Community Center renovation nears completion.