Thursday September 18

8:00 am – 2:00 pm (continued from Wed.)

New Urban Guild Workshop: The Original Green

              Separate registration required visit www.newurbanguild.com

Original Green is built on living traditions for many reasons, including the fact that it is not possible to discuss sustainable buildings without discussing sustainable places.  Living traditions live because they resonate with people, and they replicate naturally, like other living things. That which can reproduce and live sustainably is green; that which is incapable of doing so is not green. This is the standard of life. Life is that process which creates all things green. So it turns out that the real question is "can anything except traditional architecture and urbanism be green," and the answer is "No." True sustainability requires living traditions. 

To register visit www.newurbanguild.com or call 786-276-6000.

8:30 am – 1:00 pm  Workshop/Tour (pre-selection required)

W01: Historic Plaster 1500-1940

Introductory to Advanced        3 AIA HSW CEUs      

SPEAKERS:  Rory Brennan, Principal, Preservation Plastering, Ltd., Brattleboro, VT and John Speweik, Vice President, U.S. Heritage Group, Inc., Chicago, IL 

This workshop will cover all aspects of plaster repair from stabilization to filling in missing plaster.  The evaluation of existing plaster and materials will be covered.  A chance to learn how plaster feels and how to plaster with historic materials will be part of this workshop.

W02: Sustainable Adaptive Reuse Tour: River Forest Women’s Club

Introductory to Advanced        2.5 AIA HSW CEUs   

SPEAKERS:  Vincent Michael, Director, Historic Preservation Program, Art Institute of Chicago, Chicago, IL and Paul Coffey, School of the Art Institute of Chicago, Chicago, IL

The River Forest Women’s Club is a model of sensitive historic rehabilitation, adaptive reuse, and incorporation of modern green technologies. 

8:30 am – 5:00 pm Tour (pre-selection required)

W03: From Logs to Lustron: 100 years of Preservation                                                                                                                         

Introductory to Advanced        6 AIA HSW CEUs                      

SPEAKER:  Todd Zeiger, Director, Northern Regional Office, Historic Landmarks Foundation of Indiana, Chicago, IL 

This is a day long tour of seven structures located in the Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore that are being restored through a partnership between the National Park Service and Historic Landmarks Foundation of Indiana.  Participants will see 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.  Extensive walking and stairs required. Lunch is included.

9:00 am – 10:00 am Seminars

P01: Classicism 101

Introductory to Intermediate    1 AIA HSW CEU

SPEAKER:  Sheldon Richard Kostelecky, Principal, Sheldon Richard Kostelecky Architect, Lexington, MA 

Classicism is a design methodology used to create beautiful and timeless architecture.  This session will introduce the world of the 1500 year-old western classical tradition; its sources in ancient Egypt, Greece and Rome; its development through the Medieval, Renaissance and Enlightenment periods; and its use in the vibrant New Classicism movement.  Classical theory, the orders, and semantics of form will be addressed to clearly define what makes classical architecture a unique system of “inventing within the rules” to create beautiful buildings.

P02: Stabilization and Preservation of Taliesin

Introductory      1 AIA HSW CEU

SPEAKERS:  Charles J. Quagliana, Architect, Senior Preservation Architect, Isthmus Architecture, Inc., Madison, WI, Carol Mcchesney Johnson, Executive Director, Taliesin Preservation, Inc., Spring Green, WI, and Peter Rott, AIA, NCARB, Project Manager, Isthmus Architecture, Inc., Madison, WI 

Taliesin is one of the greatest single buildings in America, a preeminent example of both Organic Architecture and the vision of Frank Lloyd Wright.  The development of the Stabilization and Preservation Master Plan was a collaborative effort of consultants and stakeholders.  The plan provides Taliesin with a practical and pragmatic plan for continued stewardship of this unique cultural resource.

10:30 am - 12:00 pm Seminars

P03: Palladio’s Influence on Midwestern Grecian Buildings (1830-1850)

Intermediate      1.5 AIA HSW CEUs       

SPEAKERS:  Victor Deupi, Arthur Ross Director of Education, The Institute of Classical Architecture & Classical America, New York, NY and Thomas G. Smith, Principal, Thomas Gordon Smith Architects, South Bend, IN 

The influence of Andrea Palladio (1508-1580) has been widespread throughout the world.  In the mid-West, this influence is seen in the region’s many Grecian style buildings.  What is it about Palladio’s work that makes us return to study it generation after generation?  This session will provide a thorough grounding in the work of a true “master builder.”

P04: New Technologies in the Conservation of Masonry Clad Steel Frame Buildings

Intermediate      1.5 AIA HSW CEUs                 

SPEAKERS:  Paul Noyce, Senior Corrosion Engineer and Gina Crevello, Architectural Conservator, Electro Tech CP, Jersey City, NJ

The use of electro-chemical treatments can prevent costly and unsightly masonry deterioration caused by corrosion.  To date, the technology has been used on over 150 buildings in the UK and 8 in the U.S.  Impressed current cathodic protection and its application on historic steel frame buildings requires detailed analysis of the building, an understanding of the scientific laws governing the systems, and a thorough knowledge of the architectural fabric and preservation guidelines.

12:00 pm –1:15 pm  Featured Session

S01: Building in a Time of Global Warming: Principles of Architecture & Urbanism for the 21st Century

Introductory      1 AIA HSW CEU       

Sponsored by:         

SPEAKER:  Michael Lykoudis, AIA, Dean, Notre Dame School of Architecture, Notre Dame, IN 

Identify several environmentally sound building techniques. Recognize why the lifespan of buildings is important. Understand why urbanism promotes sustainability. We are at a tipping point for the building industry, which will need to incorporate sustainable design methods into most basic practices.  Design and construction philosophy and methodology must respond to a changing world, conforming to environmentally sound principles of building, material, and energy use at all levels of architectural and urban design.  With the increasing momentum for sustainable design worldwide due to peak oil production and climate change, this presentation will address how principles of traditional architecture and urbanism provide the foundation of sustainability as the “original green.”

1:30 pm - 5:00 pm Workshop/Tour (pre-selection required)

W04: Tiffany’s Largest Dome: From Rigging through Restoration- Workshop & Tour

Intermediate      3 AIA HSW CEUS                   

 SPEAKERS:  Mary Brush, AIA, Holabird & Root, LLC, Chicago, IL and Neal Vogel, Principal, Restoric, LLC, Evanston, IL

• See the impact of restoring natural daylight to art glass installations.

• Understand how to integrate modern materials and techniques without compromising historical design intent and reversibility.

• Appreciate the technical issues involved in art glass and decorative finish restoration.

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.

W05: Wooden Window Repair Workshop 

Introductory to Advanced        3 AIA HSW CEUs   

SPEAKER:  Duffy Hoffman, Owner, Preservation Consultant, Elkins, WV 

This comprehensive session will take you from the restoration of wood windows through re-installation and weatherizing.  An overview of the history of window sash and glass will serve as a foundation for the presentation.

1:30 pm – 2:30 pm Seminars

S02: Assessing Energy Performance in Historic Buildings 

Intermediate      1.5 AIA HSW CEU                               

SPEAKERS:  Mark Thaler, AIA, Principal and Peter Ottavio, PE, LEED AP, Principal, Director of Engineering, Einhorn Yaffee Prescott, Architecture & Engineering, Albany, NY

• Learn how to assess a building’s existing energy performance.

• Develop strategies for making informed decisions regarding interventions.

• Understand how to assess the options for improving energy performance and their impact on historical buildings.

Historic buildings are often thought to be “energy hogs” with drafty windows and leaky walls that ooze energy dollars from every pore.  However, many historical buildings have sustainable attributes, including large windows for day-lighting, natural ventilation systems, high ceilings to dissipate summer heat, and the incorporation of local materials.  This session will teach attendees how to analyze the energy efficiency of historic buildings as well as various techniques for improvements.

T01: Introduction to Architectural Stone Carving  

Introductory      1 AIA HSW CEU       

SPEAKER:  Walter S. Arnold, Sculptor and Stone Carver, Elgin, IL

• Develop an awareness of and appreciation for carved stone ornamentation.

• Learn how stone is fabricated and carved.

• Identify contemporary applications for the use of carved stone.

A hand carved doorway, fireplace, fountain, or keystone can transform an environment, adding timeless value to architectural projects.  Stone carving is a timeless art, adapting and changing to fit every period and style.  This program illustrates what professional carvers do as they adapt their skills to the needs, visions, and specifications of restoration and new construction projects.

P05: Award-Winning Restoration Projects in Illinois

Introductory      1 AIA HSW CEU

SPEAKERS:  Eiliesh Tuffy, Landmarks Illinois, Chicago, IL and Eleanor Gorski, Chicago Planning Department,

Landmarks Division, Chicago, IL          

Gain an appreciation for historic architecture. Acquire a broad understanding of common restoration challenges. Learn about innovative materials and solutions to repair historic properties.   This will be an informative presentation of award-winning properties that have been transformed through outstanding restoration, adaptive use, and general rehabilitation.  See inspiring “before” and “after” photos and learn about the structural and aesthetic challenges surmounted by dedicated property owners.  These projects in historic preservation, large and small, illustrate how seemingly daunting improvements can be addressed successfully.

2:00 pm - 3:45 pm Seminars

S03: Global Traditional Building Networks:  The Work of INTBAU

Introductory      1.75 AIA HSW CEUs                           

SPEAKERS:  Michael Mehaffy, Centre for Environmental Structure, Krupali Uplekar, INTBAU India, INTBAU Germany, Kyriakos Pontikis, Building Process Alliance, Steve Mouzon, New Urban Guild

• Learn about traditional building practices around the world.

• Understand how traditional environments are being reevaluated as key elements of new sustainability strategies.

• Discuss new techniques to plan, finance, and execute traditional building projects.

Overseas members of the International Network for Traditional Building, Architecture and Urbanism, a patronage of the Prince of Wales, will present examples of its work from around the world.  Developments in member countries, emerging new trends in conservation, as well as opportunities for American to get involved in international projects will be discussed.

3:00 pm – 4:00 pm Seminars

P06: An Introduction to Cleaning Architectural Materials with Lasers (90 minutes) 

Introductory      1.5 AIA HSW CEUs   

SPEAKER:  Andrzej Dajnowski, Director, Conservation of Sculpture and Objects Studio, Inc., Forest Park, IL 

• Acquire a basic knowledge of laser application in conservation.

• Understand how lasers work.

• Appreciate the difference between traditional cleaning methods and laser cleaning.

During the last decade lasers have become available and practical for use in treating many architectural materials.  Laser systems have been employed to clean large-scale bronze monuments and stone buildings, as well as glazed terra cotta architectural elements easily damaged by traditional cleaning methods.  This presentation will discuss the feasibility of applying laser systems for architectural projects, as well as the effects of the ablation process on the surfaces cleaned.

P07: 50 Years of Chicago Historic Districts:  Zoning, Economics, and Politics

Introductory      1 AIA HSW CEU    

SPEAKER: Vincent Michael, Director, Historic Preservation Program, Art Institute of Chicago, Chicago, IL 

The history of Chicago historic districts illustrates how districts evolved with the introduction of zoning.  In the 1970’s, preservation movements and community planning converged to craft and preserve historic neighborhoods.

4:00 pm – 5:15 pm Seminars

S04: Sustainable Traditions: Energy Design and Urban Design

Introductory      1.25 AIA HSW CEUs

SPEAKERS:  Gersil Kay, Building Conservation International, Nir Buras, Buras Architecture

• Learn to apply new techniques in lighting and other energy systems within traditional projects.

• Consider the contribution of imported design influences to good design.

• Examine new approaches to sustainable urban design.

How are international resources being applied to improve local and national projects?  How is energy conserving new technology being integrated sensitively into new preservation projects?  In our case study of Washington, D.C., we will be reminded that great local traditions often begin as ideas imported from overseas.

4:15 pm – 5:15 pm Seminars

P08: Maintaining Mies: Managing the Restoration of Mid-Century Modernism at IIT

Intermediate      1 AIA HSW CEU

SPEAKER:  Greg Grunloh, AIA, Architect, Holabird & Root LLC, Chicago, IL

• How to add updated building systems to a mid-century modern building.

• Learn about the code issues for mid-century modern buildings.

• Gain an overall understanding of Mies van der Rohe’s IIT campus.

This presentation will discuss the difficulties and lessons learned in the renovation of three Mies van der Rohe buildings on the Illinois Institute of Technology Campus.  Focusing mainly on Wishnick Hall’s recently completed renovation; the discussion will also touch on the addition to the Commons Building on the McCormick-Tribune Campus Center, as well as the recent Master Plan for the Alumni Hall building.  Issues confronted during this process included questions about the ethics of replacing a thirty or forty year detail with the same detail of the same lifespan when a hundred year detail is available.

T02: Manufactured Cast Stone in Traditional Construction and Restoration 

Introductory to Intermediate    1 AIA HSW CEU                     

SPEAKERS:  David Pevey, Owner, New Orleans Cast Stone and Stucco, Holden, LA and Danny Gonzales, Timeless Architectural Reproductions, Inc., Cumming, GA

• Appreciate the versatility and cost effectiveness of manufactured cast stone products.

• Gain insight into the use of manufactured cast stone.

• Learn about the manufacturing and installation of manufactured cast stone.

This presentation will discuss all aspects of manufactured cast stone products.  The versatility of this product gives designers the ability to replicate old or damaged stones in a cost effective manner.  Ways that this stone can be incorporated into interior as well as exterior spaces will be discussed.

5:30 pm – 7:00 pm Keynote Address and Panel Discussion

S05: Sustainable, Profitable, Responsible: Why We Matter in a Rough Economic Climate

Introductory to Advanced        1 AIA CEU                   

SPEAKER:  Donovan Rypkema, Principal, Place Economics, Washington, D.C. and panelists from INTBAU-USA

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. 

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Friday September 19

8:30 am – 11:45 am Workshop/Tour (pre-selection required)

W06: What is Wrong with my Stained Glass Windows? 

Introductory to Advanced        3 AIA HSW CEUs       

SPEAKER:  Arthur Femenella, President, Femenella & Associates, Inc., Branchburg, NJ

• Understand the different types of stained glass.

• Identify problems that can develop with stained glass windows and their installations.

• Learn appropriate conservation and restoration techniques.

This workshop will address the major issues involved in the conservation of stained glass windows.  The history of stained glass in North America will be chronicled.  Problems that can be rectified in-situ and those that cannot will be discussed.  Issues ranging from panel deflection, broken glass, and accretion of dirt and fading paint will be addressed.

W07: Evaluation and Repair of Façade Systems

Introductory to Advanced        3 AIA HSW CEUs                             

SPEAKERS:  Edward Gerns, Principal; Anthony Cinnamon, Senior Associate; Steven Naggatz, Senior Associate; Elizabeth Ordner, Associate III, Wiss, Janney, Elstner Associates, Inc., Chicago, IL

• Learn about façade construction and the behavior of various systems.

• Understand the causes of failure in building facades.

• Gain an understanding of repair approaches for various vintages of facades.

This session will provide an overview of the various issues associated with the assessment, evaluation, and repair of building facades.  The course will cover historic and modern cladding systems, diagnostics, testing, moisture and condensation analysis.

W08: Sustainable Traditions Tour:  Exploring Chicago with INTBAU-USA (4 hours)

Introductory to Advanced        3 AIA HSW CEUs  

SPEAKER:  Ethan Anthony, AIA, President, HDB/Cram and Ferguson, Inc., Boston, MA and James Baird, AIA,

Holabird and Root, Chicago, IL

Combine sustainability and traditional design on this exciting tour of the Chicago area.

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.    

And, 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

9:00 am – 10:00 am Seminars

P09: How to Get the Tax Credit (90 minutes)

Introductory      1.5 AIA HSW CEUs

SPEAKERS:  John Sandor, Architectural Historian, National Park Service, Washington, DC

• Learn what can and cannot be done to an historic property.

• Understand the concepts underlying evaluation of the work.

• Follow the necessary process of review and certification.

Tax credits have been available to offset the costs of rehabilitating depreciable historic buildings for nearly thirty years.  Hear from the National Park Service, the tax credit administrator, about how to use the program effectively.

P10: Coping with the Recent Past 

Introductory      1 AIA HSW CEU                                   

SPEAKERS:  Jim Peters, Landmarks Illinois, Chicago, IL and Anne Sullivan, AIA, Thornton Tomasetti, Chicago, IL                         

Define “recent past” architecture. Understand the concept of architectural surveys. Identify the most common material failures and preservation solutions for mid-century buildings.  Learn how to identify buildings categorized as “recent past” and how their quirky attributes have become so endearing.  As post-World War II design becomes more fashionable, a new crop of admirers has taken notice of their architectural significance.  See what architects and historic preservationists are doing to catalog these structures, repair late 20th century materials, and preserve these buildings for future generations of architecture enthusiasts.

N01: Installation of Architectural Columns 

Intermediate    1 AIA HSW CEU                  

SPEAKER:  John Lunday, President, Architectural Specialties and Consultants, LLC, Atlanta, GA

This presentation will guide you through a variety of installations for architectural columns, from standard to more involved projects that entail balconies, glass walls or split for reassembly columns. Two-story balcony installations and the challenges of wood exterior installations will be covered.

T03: Terra Cotta Ornament in America 

Introductory to Intermediate   1 AIA HSW CEU                     

SPEAKER:  Jeff Roush, American Terracotta, Weare, NH

This presentation will include a brief history of terra cotta ornament from ancient times to the present.  A discussion of manufacturing methods and the relationship between the architect and studio ceramist will be included.  Ideas and examples of current applications for unglazed terra cotta ornament pertaining to restoration, renovation and new construction will be discussed.

10:30 am –11:30 am Seminars

P11: Mid Century Modern Commercial Resources (90 mins) 

Intermediate    1 AIA HSW CEU                     

SPEAKER:  Carol Dyson, AIA, Senior Preservation Architect, Illinois Historic Preservation Agency, Springfield, IL

The historic buildings from the 1940’s, 50’s, and 60’s often go unrecognized by preservation efforts because they are too “new” to be considered culturally and historically significant.  Their sleek lines and smooth facades contrast sharply with more traditional downtown buildings.  These buildings reflect important developments in style, design, economics, materials, and technology.  A discussion of the types of commercial buildings built at mid-century, the reasons they were designed that way, the materials ad design components utilized, and some innovative case studies of reuse will be covered.

P12: Great Houses of Chicago

Introductory     1 AIA HSW CEU                   

SPEAKERS:  Susan Benjamin and Stuart Cohen, authors, Acanthus Press, LLC, New York, NY

From a world of shantytowns and smokestack factories, ambitious men built vast industrial enterprises.  Hiring the most inventive architects and the savviest art and antiques dealers to design and furnish private houses, these men created a city that defined it as a center of American capitalism.  Great Houses of Chicago, 1871-1921 (Acanthus Press) includes over three hundred historic photographs and drawings that illustrate the stories of the great mansions built by Chicago’s prominent families.  Authors will sign books after the talk.

N02: Installation of Architectural Balustrades 

Intermediate    1 AIA CEU       

SPEAKER:  Danny Gonzales, National Sales Manager, Timeless Architectural Reproductions, Cumming, GA

This presentation will cover many aspects of an architectural balustrade system.  Along with a brief history of balustrades, the difference between a balustrade and baluster will be examined.  Material options available today can help to determine which material is more conducive to a particular project application.

T04: Natural Stone:  Preparing for Restoration 

Intermediate    1 AIA HSW CEU         

SPEAKER:  Laurie L. Wells, Technical Sales & Marketing, Old World Stone, Ltd., Burlington, ON, Canada

This seminar will show how to investigate and determine the causes of stone deterioration, whether man-made or naturally occurring.  A number of techniques used to survey and record those failures will be covered.  And, procedures for prioritizing and budgeting

will be discussed.

P13: Putting the Numbers Together: Incentives for Rehabilitation

Introductory to Intermediate                  

SPEAKERS:  Will Tippens, Related Midwest, Chicago, IL and Anne Voshel, AVA Consultants, Chicago, IL

Learn to access real estate assessment property tax freeze. Understand which buildings qualify for tax incentive programs. Conduct a cost analysis of preservation vs. new construction.   The government has existing programs to help finance the restoration of historic structures by offering tax incentives:  federal tax credits, local real estate property tax assessment freezes and federal IRS income tax deductions.  Learn about eligibility, proper documentation and legal issues involved in accessing these incentives.  A case study of cost analysis comparing historic renovation versus new construction will be provided.

11:00 am - 5:00 pm EXHIBIT HALL OPEN  

11:45 am – 1:00 pm Lunch & Learn (pre-selection required)

N04: Substitute Materials:  The Changing Face of Trim Products  

Introductory      1 AIA HSW CEU       

SPEAKER:  Kristen Baer, Territory Sales Manager, Azek Trimboards, Moosic, PA

• Learn what PVC cellular is.

• Understand how trim products are used in the building industry.

• Recognize why cellular PVC is an appropriate wood trim replacement product.

This presentation will provide an in-depth study of cellular PVC, including its manufacturing. It will explain varying types and uses and examine the installation and specification considerations.

11:45 am – 1:00 pm LIVE in the Exhbit Hall

T05: Window Repairs

Introductory     1 AIA HSW CEU                       

SPEAKERS:  Doug Gilbert, Harboe Architects, Chicago, IL and Neal Vogel, Restoric, Chicago, IL

Learn the different categories of windows. Identify the most common material failures.   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.

2:30 pm- 3:30 pm Seminars

T06: Caring for Historic Wood and Painted Finishes (90 minutes) 

Introductory     1.5 AIA HSW CEUs                                     

SPEAKERS:  Ted Eayrs and Walter Eayrs, Partners, Blackburn Restoration Services, LLC, Middelboro, MA

This presentation will explore clear and painted historic finishes and provide useful information concerning proper procedures for restoration.  Through case studies, various types of historic finishes will be discussed along with their history.  Topics such as application of cleaning agents, use of pigments, reversibility and durability of repairs, and project expectations will provide useful information for professionals as well as laymen.  The session will conclude with a discussion of how to prevent problems during finish restoration projects.

P14: The Historic American Buildings Survey 1933-2008

Introductory     1 AIA HSW CEU

SPEAKER:  Mark Schara, AIA, Architect, National Park Service, Washington, DC

Founded in 1933 as a New Deal program to provide employment for out-of-work architects during the Depression, the Historic American Building Survey is the federal government’s oldest historic preservation program.  Since its inception, HABS and its sister programs have documented, by means of measured drawings, large-format photographs, and written historical reports, more than 38,000 historic sites and structures across the United States.  Housed at the Library of Congress, the collection constitutes the world’s largest architectural archive.

N05: Master Builder:  Crafting a Responsible New Old House 

Intermediate    1 AIA HSW CEU                       

 SPEAKER:  Eric N. Kuchar, Project Architect, Connor Homes, LLC, Middlebury, VT

Housing styles and detailing have changed over time due to prosperity and traditions within each generation.  While traditions, pattern books, master builders and materials have fallen out of favor within the last century, a revival of building the responsible home has returned to favor.  Learn how to design and build an architecturally rich house utilizing craftsmen, panelized construction, and American traditions.

P15: Vintage Skyscrapers: An Economic Case for Rehabilitating

Intermediate to Advanced      1 AIA HSW CEU

SPEAKERS:  Mary Brush, AIA, NCARB, Preservation Group Leader, and Thomas Lassin, RA, Architect, Holabird & Root LLC, Chicago, IL

The Monroe Building preservation and rehabilitation is a success story.  Designed in 1911, the building was constructed as an office building with street level retail.  Over the years, the building has undergone many alterations and in 2006, a complete restoration of the primary architectural elements and original design began.  This presentation will discuss the preservation methodology, the areas of compromise, and the innovative technologies introduced into the building.

2:30 pm- 3:30 pm LIVE in the Exhibit Hall

T07: Secrets, Mysteries, and Technical Aspects of Hardwood Floors

Intermediate    1 AIA HSW CEU   

SPEAKER:  Thomas D. Osborn and Frances G. Welson, Mosaic Hardwood Floors, Holyoke, MA

Gain an understanding of the nature and characteristics of wood and wood flooring. Learn about structural considerations in construction and renovation relevant to wood floors. Develop an understanding of installation, sanding, and finishing of wood floors.

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 LIVE in the Exhibit Hall

T12: Maintaing Plaster and Wood:  Lessons from Chicago Bungalows

Introductory     1 AIA HSW CEU                    

SPEAKER:  Gary Dulock, Touches of Illusion, Inc., Oak Park, IL