Soon after purchasing this older, sixties-era building that had long been neglected, the Housing Authority began planning its renovation. In so doing, care was taken to preserve its better, original details, such as open-beam ceilings and to add elements, such as wrought-iron rails, and arches that would enhance its street presence. In 2010, the transformation of the building’s exterior was complete, improving not only the neighborhood but the lives of the residents who call 633 De La Vina their home.