WHY YOU SHOULD ATTEND
Learn and Earn over 18 Continuing Education Credits
The TRADITIONAL BUILDING EXHIBITION AND CONFERENCE is a unique opportunity for Architects, Designers, Contractors, Builders, Developers, Planners, and Old-House Owners to gather together in a forum that explores the profitability and sustainability of historic preservation and traditional building. In three days you can explore every aspect of the region’s rich design legacy from skyscrapers to theaters, public and commercial buildings, to the wide array of residential homes; from Arts & Crafts, Colonial, Craftsman, Greek Revival, Prairie School to Modernist. Learn how well coordinated project teams of architects, developers, planners, building owners, and artisans utilize both high technology and centuries-old craftsmanship to maintain, restore and rehabilitate historic structures.
Find out how new construction, too, is reinterpreting older forms and styles. Experience how skillful designers are creating the new old house and adding artful, sympathetic additions to landmark structures. Or how new affordable housing can be created to mesh with the vernacular styles of earlier eras. Spend three days exploring how the impact of responsible preservation helps local, national and global economies in these challenging times. Understand why inherently "green" qualities of urban planning are a critical factor in our work today and in the future.
Choose what's best for you from over 65 seminars, workshops and tours within five unique tracks, most of which qualify for Health Safety Welfare credits:
R – Residential Series
N – New Construction
S – Sustainability
T – Traditional Trades
P – Preservation in Practice
W – Workshops/Tours (3 hours to all-day in length)
Hundreds of Exhibitors – Looking for the right products to restore your building or build new in a traditional style? Meet face-to-face with exhibitors of historically-accurate products for the restoration, renovation, and traditionally-inspired new construction markets. This event a must attend for those who love old homes and buildings. |
Exhibit Hall Hours:
| Friday September 19 |
11:00am - 5:00pm |
| Saturday September 20 |
11:00am - 4:00pm |
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FEATURED SPEAKERS and KEYNOTE ADDRESS
Thursday September 18
12:00 pm - 1:15 pm Featured Session
Building in a Time of Global Warming:
Principles of Architecture and Urbanism for the 21st Century
SPEAKER: Michael Lykoudis, AIA, Dean, University of Notre Dame School of Architecture
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The increasing momentum for sustainable design worldwide has come as a direct result from the peak oil production and climate change. Join Dean Lykoudis as he addresses how the principles of traditional architecture and urbanism provide the foundation of sustainability.
Design and construction philosophy and
methodology must respond to a changing world, conforming to environmentally
sound principles of building. Better understanding of
embodied energy in building materials with respect to the life span of
buildings as well as the energy that is required to support the built
environment is required now and for our future. |
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5:30 pm - 7:00 pm Keynote and Panel Discussion
Responsible, Sustainable, and Profitable: Why We Matter in Today's Economic Climate
SPEAKER: Donovan Rypkema, Principal, Place Economics; Washington, DC
Sponsored by INTBAU USA 
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Economic factors such as sub-prime mortgage disasters, fuel increases, natural disasters, and war are affecting historic neighborhoods differently than the market as a whole. Join Mr. Rypkema as he discusses what developers, builders, architects, preservationists, and planners can do to use preservation as a tool for economic stability and environmental sustainability. Rypkema's expertise includes
feasibility analyses for real estate acquisition and development, economic revitalization of downtowns and neighborhoods, and economic impact analysis of historic preservation in states and localities. His book The Economics of Historic Preservation: A Community Leader’s Guide is now in its second printing. |
Friday September 19
5:30 pm – 6:30 pm Keynote Address
Roots of Home: Our Journey to a New Old House
SPEAKER: Russell Versaci, AIA, Architect and Author, Russell Versaci Architecture Middleburg, VA
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Both an architectural feast and a field guide for creating new old houses, Roots of Home traces the development of today’s traditional homes from the earliest colonial styles to the present in a visually stunning journey. Russell Versaci takes us back to the beginning, when our ancestors built homes that reflected their Old World roots tempered with New World realities. They sowed farms and towns with houses similar to the ones they left behind but suited to the new climates and materials surrounding them. See how yesterday’s houses evolved into the classic homes we love today and learn how to create a new old house that evokes timeless character. |
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FREE EDUCATION in the EXHIBIT HALL
Friday, September 19
11:45 am - 1:00 pm
Window Repairs
With heating costs rising steadily, thermal transmission through poorly maintained windows is a legitimate concern. Compare the lifespan of new insulated glass units with retrofitted historic sashes. Learn how re-glazed historic windows and properly fitted storm windows preserve period buildings while drastically reducing heat loss.
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2:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Secrets, Mysteries and Technical Aspects of Hardwood Floors
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This session will provide an understanding of the nature and characteristics of wood and wood flooring. Structural considerations in new construction and renovation projects and installation, sanding, and finishing of wood floors will be discussed. Participants will have an opportunity to examine samples of the more than 80 hardwoods currently available. |
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Maintaining Plaster and Wood: Lessons from Chicago Bungalows
Examine the historical importance and
practical aspects of wood and plaster restoration in period bungalows. |
Saturday September 20
11:15 am - 12:30 pm
Working with an Architect: Brought to you by AIA Chicago
Learn about the benefits of using an Architect to assure that your project enhances the value of your home while reducing costs and risks. Architects from the AIA Chicago-chapter will discuss how to optimize your budget, avoid the most common and costly mistakes, and put together the right team for your needs.
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12:45 pm - 1:45 pm
Restoring Chicago Bungalows Block by Block
One of the country's most distinctive housing types is the Chicago Bungalow. Using the Historic Chicago Bungalow Association’s successful Green Model Blocks Rehabilitation Program as a guide, this presentation will discuss the importance of developing an effective strategy for preserving historically significant vernacular architecture, incorporating energy efficient technologies into historic homes, and engaging and strengthening local communities in the process.
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2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Traditional Building Design Challenge: Presentation of Plans and Awards
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Working with set parameters, such as lot size, square footage, and style, the country’s best architects and designers will be tasked to design and hand-draw a new “old” house for one of Chicago's most famous historic districts. View the results of the competition and watch as a winner is selected.
Sponsored by: Woodstone Architectural Windows & Doors |
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TOURS
Thursday September 18
8:30 am - 1:00 pm
Sustainable Adaptive Reuse Tour: River Forest Women’s Club
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This dark green, board-and-batten, Prairie-style building was designed in 1913 by William Drummond, the chief draftsman of architect Frank Lloyd Wright. Recently under new ownership, The River Forest Women’s Club has become a model of sensitive historic rehabilitation, adaptive reuse, and incorporation of modern "green" technologies. This tour will examine how today's technologies were incorporated into this historic structure and how tax incentives played a key role. |
8:30 am – 5:00 pm
W03: From Logs to Lustron: 100 years of Preservation
Through a partnership between the National Park Service and the Historic Landmarks Foundation of Indiana, This day-long tour of seven uniquely historic structures include the five Century of Progress Homes that were built for the 1933 Chicago World's Fair to demonstrate modern architectural design, experimental materials, and new technologies. These include the House of Tomorrow, the Wieboldt-Rostone House, the Florida Tropical House, the Cypress Log Cabin and the Armco Ferro house. Also included on this tour will be two Lustron Houses.
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1:30 pm - 5:00 pm Workshop/Tour
Tiffany’s Largest Dome: From Rigging through Restoration- Workshop & Tour
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Explore first hand the monumental task of
restoring the world’s largest Louis Comfort Tiffany art glass dome. Located in Preston Bradley Hall in the Chicago Cultural Center, the dome measures
38 feet in diameter, and covers more than 1,000 square feet. The Tiffany dome, containing approx. 30,000 pieces of glass is one of Chicago’s most important architectural assets. Understand how modern materials and techniques were integrated without compromising historical design; thereby, allowing natural day-light to shine through it once again after 75 years of artifical light. |
Friday September 19
8:30 am - 12:30 pm
Sustainable Traditions Tour: Exploring Chicago with INTBAU-USA
Combine sustainability and traditional design on this exciting tour of the Chicago area.
The International Network for Traditional Building, Architecture & Urbanism is an active
network of individuals and institutions dedicated to the creation of humane and harmonious
buildings and places which respect local traditions.
Bringing together those who design,
make, maintain, study or enjoy traditional building, and architecture.
Prairie Crossing is a critically-acclaimed conservation community that was designed to combine responsible development, the preservation of open land and easy commuting by rail. The community offers a variety of housing options, including 359 single family homes and 36 condominiums, all designed in Midwestern vernacular architecture and built to the highest standards of energy efficiency. |
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Explore when Gothic goes Green in Parmer Hall at Dominican University in Chicago. Parmer Hall is the new science and administration building designed by Holabird and Root; This new structure has full roster of green features within a traditionally inspired building. |
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GALA ROOFTOP RECEPTION
Friday September 19
5:30pm - 8:30pm
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Ascend to the rooftop of the historic 1916 Navy Pier to take in spectacular views of Lake Michigan and the majestic skyline of downtown Chicago. Join us, your colleagues, attendees, suppliers, and our esteemed speakers for an evening of entertainment, cocktails and hors d'oeuvres at the Gala Reception. Enjoy a relaxed atmosphere as you make new business contacts and greet old friends. |
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TRADITIONAL BUILDING LIVE
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You’ll find more than just unique product displays in the exhibit hall! Visit the Traditional Building Live! area to see fascinating, interactive demonstrations by master artisans and tradesmen. Gain new appreciation for centuries-old crafts and source the specialized expertise you need to complete your projects. See first hand how to repair windows, remove paint. Watch demonstrations of ornamental metalwork and plaster repair, plus so much more. |
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HOTEL and DIRECTIONS
Inn of Chicago
162 East Ohio St.
Chicago, IL 60611
Reservations: 312-787-3100
Room Rate: $209.00
Cut-off date: August 25, 2008
Be sure to mention the Traditional Building Show when making your reservations for the best rate.
Doubletree Hotel Chicago Magnificent Mile
(previously known as Chicago City Centre Hotel & Sports Club)
300 East Ohio St.
Chicago, IL 60611
Reservations:
866-778-8536
Room Rate: $229.00
Cut-off date: August 25, 2008
Be sure to mention the Traditional Building Show when making your reservations for the best rate.
Directions to Navy Pier
Navy Pier is accessible via a wide variety of public transportation options and also offers on-site parking. Following is a list of options to consider when visiting Navy Pier.
 For more information please visit www.navypier.com
BY CAR
- From the north, take Lake Shore Drive (US 41) to the Grand Avenue exit. From the northwest, take the Kennedy Expressway (I-90/94) to the Ohio Street Exit, south on Orleans to Illinois Street and proceed east. From the west, take the Eisenhower Expressway (I-290) to Columbus Drive, north to Illinois Street and proceed east. From the southwest, take the Stevenson Expressway (I-55) to Lake Shore Drive (US 41), north to Illinois Street and proceed east. From the south, take the Dan Ryan Expressway (I-90/94) east to the Stevenson Expressway (I-55) to Lake Shore Drive (US 41), north to Illinois Street and proceed east.
- From the southeast, take Lake Shore Drive (US 41) north to the Illinois Street exit.
PARKING
Standard Parking operates on-site parking garages accommodating 1,600 cars at Navy Pier. Self-park rates (including $3.50 city & county tax):
Current rates:
Monday through Thursday - a flat rate of $19.00 per day*
Friday through Sunday - a flat rate of $23.00 per day*
Holidays - a flat $23 fee per day*
*Prices Subject to Change.
For your convenience, Navy Pier has installed parking pay stations at various locations throughout the Pier. Pay for parking in advance and avoid the long lines when exiting.
Visitors can also take advantage of thousands of additional parking spaces located west of Lake Shore Drive near Navy Pier. The free Navy Pier trolley provides convenient transportation to and from remote lots.
Following is a summary of alternate parking lots which are serviced by the Navy Pier trolley:
31 West Ohio
32 West Ohio
Rush & Ohio/Wabash
159 East Ohio
245 East Ohio
330 East Ohio
401 East Grand (North Pier)
404 East Illinois
251 East Illinois (NBC Tower)
310 East Illinois (AMC Theater)
311 East Grand Avenue Embassy Suites)
339 East Illinois (Across from AMC Theater)
505 East Illinois (North Pier)
310 East North Water Street (Ogden Plaza)
Navy Pier does not provide over-sized vehicle parking onsite. Please contact the Chicago Convention & Visitors Bureau at 312-567-8500 for information on where you can park your over-sized vehicle.
PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION
Public transportation offers visitors an affordable and convenient way to get to Navy Pier. It is also the recommended means of travel to and from Navy Pier.
 On METRA
Metra commuter rail is a convenient travel alternative. On weekends and select holidays, up to 3 children under 12 travel free when accompanied by a fare-paying adult. The CTA's #124 bus provides convenient and direct service from Ogilvie Transportation Center and Union Station to Navy Pier. For Metra fare and schedule information, call 312.836.7000.
 By City Bus
The CTA provides six bus lines with more than 200 buses that serve Navy Pier daily. These include the #29 (State Street), the #65 (Grand Avenue) which is equipped with bike racks, and the #66 (Chicago Avenue). During weekday rush hours, the #120 (Northwestern/Wacker Express), serving the Ogilvie Transportation Center, and #121 (Union/Wacker Express), serve Navy Pier and their respective METRA train terminals. Additional daily service is provided by the #124 Navy Pier. Running every 15 minutes from Union Station and the Ogilvie Transportation Center, busses operate from 9 a.m. to 12 a.m. throughout the summer, and 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. the rest of the year. For more information, call the CTA at (312) 836-7000
By Trolley
The Illinois-Grand Corridor Transportation Management Association (TMA) offers daily free trolley service between Navy Pier and State Street along Grand Avenue and Illinois Street. Current Trolley are Mondays through Thursdays 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Fridays and Saturdays 10 a.m. to 11 p.m.; Sundays 10 a.m. - 9 p.m. Trolleys typically run every 20 minutes. Pick-up points are indicated by "Navy Pier Trolley Stop" signs posted along the route.
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 By Taxi
Navy Pier has three convenient taxi drop-off and pick-up points. One is at the west end of Navy Pier, serving Dock Street and the Family Pavilion. At the mid-point, Entrance 1 serves the west end of Festival Hall, RIVA, and WBEZ Radio. Entrance 2 serves the east end of Festival Hall, the Grand Ballroom and the Navy Pier Beer Garden.
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