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Online tour of the restored Bremond home, Headquarters of TCTA, Part 2
John
Bremond, Jr., one of two Bremond brothers who oversaw construction
of the block of family homes, had his mansion built for $49,000.
At that time, a nice family home could be built for about $6,000.
The success of the family's banking and mercantile businesses bought exceptional craftsmanship and attention to detail. One example of this is seen in the intricate wrought-iron decoration that surrounds the first- and second-floor wrap-around porches. View larger images of the porch and railing.
Inside, this five-bedroom home is full of fine plaster archways and carved black-walnut woodwork. Refinishing the wood required hand stripping, and as many as six coats of remover were needed to strip away the old finish.
The wood throughout the house is now refinished with natural oil to allow the grain to show through. The end post at the base of the first-floor banister once had a gas light on top with a figurine of a small boy playing a violin. View larger images of the front stairs.
What was once the music and drawing room is today used as a conference room. It is in this beautiful setting that TCTA hosts meetings with members of the education community, including the (Texas) Campus Educators Coalition. This room features a 12-foot-tall mirror, six floor-to-ceiling windows, and an intricately carved wooden fireplace mantle. View a larger image of the former music/drawing Room.
Continue the tour
The tour continues with close-up views of intricate medallions around ceiling lights, etched windows, and more. We invite you to continue touring the Bremond Home.
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