1864. In 1884, the building was bought by Brighton YMCA. In 1927, they carried out a major reconstruction: the building was used as a hostel for vulnerable men, and more bedrooms were added; the exterior was rebuilt, removing the verandas and balconies; and all remaining internal features except a petal shaped coving in the second floor lounge were removed or altered. Steine House survived an attempt in 1964 to demolish it and replace it with offices, shops and a showroom. It is still owned by Brighton YMCA, and hosts the organisation's Registered Office, whilst still offering housing in 12 newly developed flats. In July 2009, the building was badly damaged by fire, and its residents had to be temporarily rehoused; it was soon restored. Steine House was listed at Grade II by English Heritage on 13 October 1952. This status is given to "nationally important buildings of special interest". As of February 2001, it was one of 1,124 Grade II-listed buildings and structures, and 1,218 listed buildings of all grades, in the city of Brighton and Hove. The listing has been granted on the basis of the building's historical worth. Current usage Since 1870, Steine House has been providing housing and support to formerly homeless people of Brighton and Hove. At present, Steine House offers self-contained housing to 12 people, thus making their transition to independent living much easier and more sustainable. From a separate part of the building, Brighton YMCA's Head Office staff operate. The organisation aims to provide a caring, supportive and rehabilitative environment to all clients, so that they can achieve their full potential and maximise their independence. Among the innovative services Brighton YMCA offers there are: a free Counselling service available to all clients, a fully accredited, accessible city-wide Life Skills Centre, a Work and Learning hub offering employment, volunteering and training support as well as a separate building offering female-only housing. Architecture The work done to Steine House in 1927 changed its original appearance. It now presents a façade of white-painted brick with some stucco work. The roof is modern and in the mansard style. The building has two storeys. The façade, facing east on to Old Steine, was partly set forward during the 1927 work, and dates solely from that time. There are three straight-headed windows to the upper storey, and two flanking the entrance porch. The corners of the porch have pilasters topped