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Traditional Building Exhibition and Conference
Boston 2007
Denotes programs in Contractor Series. The Contractor Series consists of workshops and seminars that are of interest to all building and design professionals but may be important to the practice and education of contractors, builders and tradespeople.
Denotes programs in the Residential Series.
Introducing a special 2-day series of seminars for those who love old houses, own a historic-home, or who will be building a new “old” house. This program will feature two tracks with information about historic home restoration or traditionally inspired new design and construction. NOTE: Residential Series track is available with special pricing for specific sessions only or can be included in your regular full day conference pass.
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Saturday, March 10
8:00am–11:15am Workshops (pre selection required)
W11 The Do’s and Don’ts of Traditional Doors and Windows
Introductory 3 AIA HSW CEUs
SPEAKER: STEPHEN A. MOUZON, Architect, Placemakers,
Miami Beach, FL
- Understand the structure of door and window parts and how this influences their design.
- Discuss general rules of proper proportions for door and window parts.
- Appreciate the choice of materials for doors and windows, including casing, masonry, and other surround parts.
Using a visual “Do’s and Don’ts” format, this presentation will explore the principles governing door and window design and then illustrate how they translate into accurate reproductions.
W12 Restoration and Repair of Ornamental Ironwork
Introductory to Advanced 3 AIA HSW CEUs
SPEAKER: MICHAEL S. TELLER, AIA, Principal, CBI Consulting, Inc. Boston, MA
- Learn the history of the craft.
- Understand different attachment methods.
- Discuss the most common problems encountered in ironwork repair.
The Harvard Yard fence and gates contains 155 decorative masonry supports and 154 wrought iron elements. Although half of the supports and wrought iron elements were standard, the remaining pieces had to be individually designed and crafted. This presentation will describe the process of evaluating, specifying, detailing and monitoring the restoration of existing ironwork as well as new ornamental ironwork.
8:00am–9:30am
R11 Traditional Porches:
Modern Repairs
Introductory to Intermediate 1 AIA HSW CEU
Sponsored by:
SPEAKER: RAY TSCHOEPE, Director of Conservation, Fairmount Park Historic Preservation Trust, Philadelphia, PA
- Learn to diagnose the source of deterioration.
- Understand the techniques used to preserve traditional materials.
- Appreciate the evolution and structure of porches.
This presentation will briefly trace the evolution of porches in America with a nod to their regional differences. Then the issue of deterioration that afflicts all porches will be addressed. Solutions have customarily ranged from scraping and painting to demolition. Poor design, poor craftsmanship, and inappropriate materials are the three main factors that lead to deterioration of porches. Repair and restoration techniques that rely upon suitable materials, quality craftsmanship and designs that shed water will be emphasized.
N07 Making Additions and New Buildings Look Like They’ve Always Been There
Introductory 1.5 AIA HSW CEUs
Sponsored by:
SPEAKER: SANDRA VITZTHUM, Sandra Vitzthum Architect, LLC, Montpelier, VT
- Learn how to analyze building patterns such as massing, proportions, and scale.
- Discuss tricks for getting larger rooms, like kitchens and baths, into smaller buildings.
- Appreciate the importance of light, trim, and hardware.
We are attracted to old houses and neighborhoods for many reasons. They can feel more alive than contemporary suburbs, have a cohesiveness and human scale, exhibit a clear hierarchy between public and private and are often built of simple and organic materials. This seminar examines historic building patterns and applies them to new designs.
P15 Maintaining a Preservation Library
Introductory 1 AIA CEU
Sponsored by:
SPEAKERS: CLEM LABINE, founder of the Old House Journal, Clem Labine’s Period Homes, and Clem Labine’s Traditional Building will serve as moderator. Panelists are STEVEN SCHUYLER, PhD, Steven Schuyler Bookseller, North Reading, MA, RICHARD CHEEK, Architecture and Landscape Photography; and MARK KALIN, FAIA, FCSI, LEED, Kalin Associates, Newton, MA
- Get tips on how to acquire and sell a preservation library.
- Learn how collections are organized from topics to software management.
- Hear about collecting, storage, appraisals, and insurance from a panel of collectors.
Even with the advent of computer search engines there is still a vital need for the information, drawings, and photographs in architectural and restoration books. Many professionals still add out-of-print books to their collections to assist both design and technical research. The panelists will share their love of books and their expertise in protecting an important investment in any preservation business. They will address the practical aspects of selling or donating an architectural library as well.
T10 How To Determine The Best Mortar
Introductory to Advanced 1 AIA HSW CEU
SPEAKER: JOHN LAMBERT, Founder and President, Abstract Masonry Restoration, Boston, MA and Salt Lake City, UT.
- Determine which mortar ingredients and procedures will assist in fulfilling the role of mortar and it desired performance characteristics.
- Learn about the history and evolution of mortars in North America.
- Understand the role of competent masonry craftspeople to a successful project.
Recently, there has been a lot of useful research conducted and new knowledge acquired regarding repair mortars for historic masonry. The history of the evolution of American mortars has been clarified. This session will better equip you with the basic information to competently determine the best mortar mix for your application.
9:30am–10:30am
P16 Stained Glass Restoration: Glazing and Framing Systems (90 mins.)
Introductory 1.5 AIA HSW CEU
Speaker: RONALD BOVARD, CEO, Ronald Bovard Studio, Inc., Fairfield, IA
- Evaluate why stained glass windows fail.
- Discern the differences between restoration, repair, and maintenance.
- Learn about effective protection systems
- Appreciate the importance of documenting the restoration process.
This session provides an overview of the process and techniques for the restoration and preservation of historic stained glass windows. Diagnosing failure, documentation, treatment options, and safety and environmental concerns will be covered.
Recommended Reading: Windows for the Soul, Wardell Publications, 2nd edition.
T02 Historic Plaster Repair
Introductory 1 AIA HSW CEU
SPEAKERS: RORY BRENNAN and LAURIE KLENKEL, Preservation Plastering, Ltd., Brattleboro, VT
- Learn the options for plaster repair.
- Understand what materials are used for long-term and short-term repair.
- Develop an understanding and appreciation of the materials, their use, and the techniques used to apply them.
Plasterers and some architectural historians would say that the #1 at-risk fabric today is original plaster. Historic lime-based plasters cannot be replaced with any other material that is as good or better. Thus, historic plaster is an ideal candidate for preservation and long-term maintenance. A basic knowledge of hand tools, readily available materials, and knowledge of the physical properties of plaster will teach attendees to repair historic plaster.
N05 Period Style Kitchens
Introductory 1 AIA HSW CEU
Sponsored by:
SPEAKER: NANCY R. HILLER, President, NR Hiller Design, Inc., Bloomington, IN
- Recognize what makes one “period” cabinet look more authentic than another.
- Appreciate that expressions of period style can differ enormously according to region and economic class.
- Acquire basic knowledge of a built-in cabinet’s main structural components.
Using illustrations from historic and contemporary sources, the development of American kitchen furnishings from Colonial times through the mid-20th century will be examined. Variation in details, along with hardware and finishes, can be used to determine specific historical eras and styles. This presentation will also address some critical complexities implicit in the notion of “period authenticity” in contemporary kitchen design.
P09 A Community Approach to Barn Preservation
Introductory 1 AIA HSW CEU
Sponsored by:
PRESERVATION EDUCATION INSTITUTE
SPEAKER: ANNETTE LYNCH, President, Mount Holly Barn Preservation Association, Belmont, VT
- Learn to assess and prioritize the preservation status of historic barns.
- Explore ways to attract volunteer, workshop and other resources for preservation.
- Understand how to develop a town/community plan for the preservation of barns.
The loss of the nation’s historic barns is of growing concern. The preservation of barns has been left to the individual barn owner who may not have the means or knowledge to undertake the task. A group of citizens in Mount Holly, Vermont formed a non-profit organization with a unique approach to preventing barn collapse due to lack of attention. They developed a way for you to survey and map historic barns, determine their preservation plan, and in conjunction with barn owners, use small preservation grants, volunteers, and workshops for needed stabilization and repair.
10:00am–3:00pm Exhibit Hall Open
10:30am–12:00noon
LIVE in the Exhibit Hall
R07 Old Windows Aren’t a Pane, They’re a Gold Mine
Introductory to Advanced 1 AIA HSW CEU
Sponsored by:
SPEAKER: BOB YAPP, Preservationist, Columnist, and Television Personality
- Learn how and where to find the information necessary to decide about replacing windows.
- Examine materials and learn techniques used in window restoration.
- Understand the market of replacement windows.
Historic property owners are often urged to replace original windows. This presentation will examine the objective research and lessons learned in the field. Rather than see original windows as “hopeless,” restoration can make them more energy efficient, easily cleaned, and just as functional as replacement windows.
12:30pm–1:30pm
LIVE in the Exhibit Hall
N01 AIBD Design Challenge – Plan Presentations
Introductory 1 AIA CEU
Sponsored by:
The second Annual Traditional Building Design Challenge will take place during the exhibit hours of the show. The American Institute of Building Design, The Institute of Classical Architecture & America, and New Old House Magazine, have tasked some of the country’s best architects and designers to design a house that would fit into one of Boston’s nationally recognized historic districts. Working with set parameters, such as period, lot size, square footage, and style, the competitors will have three days to draw the renderings and floor plans by hand. Conference attendees can observe and interact with the designers and architects while they work.
1:00pm–2:00pm
R02 Landscapes and Gardens for Historic Houses
Introductory to Intermediate 1 AIA HSW CEU
Sponsored by:
SPEAKER: LUCINDA A. BROCKWAY, Owner, Past Designs, Kennebunk, ME
- Discuss period landscape design.
- Learn how to research landscape.
- Develop sensitive new designs and/or rejuvenate old designs.
This illustrated lecture will guide homeowners, architects, landscape architects and others involved with historic houses through the process of rejuvenating the historic landscape. Within the framework of an overview of American landscape design in the Northeast, individual projects will illustrate how to renovate overgrown landscapes, develop site sensitive period designs for today’s lifestyles, and understand the history and existing conditions of any site.
T13 An Introduction to Repointing Brick Buildings
SPEAKER: JOHN B. WASTROM, Mason, Rollingsford, NH
- Understand the role of mortar.
- Learn about brick making and what influences mortar selection.
- Gain insight into planning and managing a repointing project.
What should an owner or professional know before undertaking a brick repointing project? This session will review many New England projects, including the Warner House in Portsmouth, NH. Participants will learn about the history of bricks, their production, historic mortars, and the fine points of scheduling a repointing project.
P12 How Faith Groups Manage Building Projects
Intermediate 1 AIA HSW CEU
SPEAKER:ELIZABETH TERRY, Senior Program Manager, and SARAH PELVER, Director of Training, Partners for Sacred Places, Philadelphia, PA
- Understand how different faith groups and denominations are organized to handle building projects
- Learn how to work with church building clients
If you are an architect, contractor, or craftsperson working with, or seeking, a church or synagogue client, what difference does it make if they are a Catholic parish or a Baptist church? How do Unitarians tackle a building campaign differently from Episcopalians? Find out how decisions are really made in different denominations. Led by Partners for Sacred Places, this session explores the nuances of how faith groups are structured and how these structures influence how building projects are planned and executed.
P08 Dry Ice Blasting For Disaster Restoration
Introductory 1 AIA HSW CEU
SPEAKERS: TYSON MARLOWE, Director of Corporate Training, Cold Jet, LLC, Loveland, OH and RANDALL HEATH, President, Cold Sweep Dry Ice Blasting, Mountain Green, UT
- Learn what dry ice blasting is.
- Understand what equipment is needed to use this system.
- Discuss examples of its use on historic buildings and in disaster recovery.
This seminar will educate attendees on the method of dry ice blasting for mold remediation, fire restoration, and historic building restoration. Dry ice blasting reduces the use of chemicals and eliminates sanding and wire brushing. Waste streams, displacement time, and labor costs are typically reduced on restoration projects due to the speed of this system.
2:00pm-3:00pm
LIVE in the Exhibit Hall
N02 AIBD Design Challenge – Jury Review and Awards
Introductory 1 AIA CEU
Sponsored by:
The presentation of designs and awards will take immediately follow the jury review of each submitted design. This will be the culmination of the work done by designers and architects. The final presentation will be on 18” x 24” drawing vellum and will be hand drawn. The Grand Prize winner will receive a three-year contract with Old House Journal’s New Old House magazine to sell completed plans, a full scholarship to ICA&CA 2007 ten day Intensive Program for Professionals, and a full conference scholarship to the 2007 Fall Traditional Building Exhibition and Conference.
