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address: "Richmond, Virginia 23222, United States"
latitude: 37.5748
longitude: -77.4267
phone: "(804) 243-0296"
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rating: 5
review_count: 6
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# Brick+Mortar Rehab

Original Houzz profile: [Brick+Mortar Rehab](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/design-build-firms/brick-mortar-rehab-pfvwus-pf~1887488343)

## Professional summary

- **Primary category:** Design-Build Firms
- **Location:** Richmond, VA
- **Serves:** Richmond
- **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (6 reviews)
- **Best of Houzz:** 1 award (2016), for Design.

## About

### Houzz Badges

- Recommended on Houzz
- 1,000 Ideabook Saves

Brick + Mortar was established by Paul Messplay as a construction company specializing in the rehabilitation of contributing structures to historic neighborhoods. As a company, we strive to restore heritage structures in a way that is artful, authentic, and deeply rooted in the vernacular traditions of the neighborhood and surrounding community.

We believe in breathing life back into homes that have been neglected, taking the time to learn about the properties and the ways in which they have contributed to their neighborhoods, and matching them with new owners who will preserve their beauty for generations.

### Areas Served

- Richmond

### Typical Job Cost

$65,000 - 150,000

## Business Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Business Name | Brick+Mortar Rehab |
| Address | Richmond, Virginia 23222, United States |
| Phone | (804) 243-0296 |
| Website | http://www.brickandmortarrehab.com |
| License Number | 2705155803 |
| Followers on Houzz | 224 |

**Social profiles:**
- Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/paulmessplay
- X (Twitter) — https://twitter.com/\#!/paulmessplay
- LinkedIn — http://www.linkedin.com/in/paulmessplay
- Blog — http://www.paulmessplay.com

## Contact

- **Houzz profile:** [Brick+Mortar Rehab](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/design-build-firms/brick-mortar-rehab-pfvwus-pf~1887488343)
- **Website:** http://www.brickandmortarrehab.com
- **Phone:** (804) 243-0296

## Credentials

- **Best of Houzz:** 1 award (2016), for Design.

## Reviews

**Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 6 reviews**

### All 6 reviews

**★★★★★ — Lustre Home, May 2015**

> Lustre RVA really enjoys working with Brick + Mortar to stage newly renovated homes. They are professional, have a great eye for detail, and do quality work making our jobs easier to stage such lovely homes!

**★★★★★ — Zhiela Ashtiani, May 2015**

> It has been a true honor to work with Brick+Mortar Rehab. Not only are they professional, class A rehabers, but they are delightful guys that infuse fun and artistry in the work they do. The quality of craftsmanship that comes from this company is unmatched. They have exceptional taste and attention to detail which results in the most coveted home rehabs. I cannot say enough about how enjoyable our experience has been with Paul and Jay of Brick+Mortar Rehab!

**★★★★★ — Karnage Creations LLC, May 2015**

> Worked as a subcontractor for Brick + Mortar in 2014 & 2015. They have excwllent vision and communication. I was always paid on time. Tbey are honest. They make sure quality work is done on the houses. I was very impressed with their creativity and blown away by the final product. If you want a house renovated these are the go to guys.

**★★★★★ — nicholastharpe, May 2015**

> Excellent communication with everyone involved. Every contract, meeting and interaction were all done in a timely manner and executed accordingly. As a painter, they provided me any and all necessities that I needed to help with their projects. They asked questions about products used on our jobs so they could learn the logistics of my trade to help them understand how to help me even further. Very smart guys. They kept me updated on timelines involving our work schedules. Were really easy to work around schedules with. I highly recommend Brick+Mortar. An amazing team with unlimited potential and creativity. Hope to continue working with them from here on out.

**★★★★★ — Molly Baldridge, May 2015**

> I have had the pleasure of working with Paul and Jay as their kitchen designer. They have an impressive way of bringing a property back to life. I'm proud to use their "after" photos as examples of incredible transformations to help inspire my clients.

**★★★★★ — sunnyseas, April 2015**

> Dependable, honest and outstanding renovation with attention to architectural detail and historical accuracy. Quality materials and workmanship at a very fair price, which is a rare find in today's construction market.

## Selected projects

- [Barton Avenue](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/barton-avenue-pj-vj~1994557)
  - Location: Richmond, VA
  - Photos: 23
- [Jackson Ward Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/jackson-ward-home-pj-vj~807130)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 21
  - Description: Jackson Ward was once the epicenter of Southern African American business and commerce, and it has been colloquially called the Harlem of the South and the Black Wall Street. The construction of the Richmond-Petersburg Turnpike in the 1950's, which split the neighborhood in half and disrupted the cohesiveness of the thriving community, coupled with the rise in tenant-occupied houses and absentee landlords, led to the deterioration of many of the homes in the neighborhood. Now, the area is experi…
- [Woodland Heights Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/woodland-heights-home-pj-vj~835783)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 45
  - Description: 3120 Porter St is a beautifully designed home situated in the heart of the Woodland Heights Historic District, which runs along the James River just south of Richmond, VA. Woodland Heights began as a riverside retreat in the 1800's and it was one of Richmond's very first trolley car neighborhoods. The district's trolley cars were pulled by horses until the turn of the century when electrically powered cars were introduced to the area. 3120 Porter St is built in the style of colonial revival, muc…
- [Fonticello Park Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/fonticello-park-home-pj-vj~835874)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 30
  - Description: Brick+Mortar had an amazing time bringing this 1930's bungalow back to life. We drew a lot of inspiration from the West Coast with this one, particularly Northern California, and our goal was to create an open, airy space to hang with friends and family - laid back, comfortable, no suits allowed. Mature white birch trees, open windows with linen drapes, scents of mission fig and roasted applewood bark, copper accents, and Spring nights around a fire pit.

[See all 4 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/design-build-firms/brick-mortar-rehab-pfvwus-pf~1887488343)

## Community Q&A

**Q: paint color** *(in Photo Questions)*

Can you tell me the wall paint color?

A: The paint color is Sherwin Williams - Agreeable Gray (SW-7029)

**Q: Paint** *(in Photo Questions)*

What are the exterior paint colors?

A: Sherwin Williams - Clary Sage - Body
Sherwin Williams - Antique White - Trim
Sherin Williams - Tanager Red - Windows

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*Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-08-15.*