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Adair County Awarded Preserve Missouri 2024 Project of the Year Project with Veregy

Civil + Structural Engineer

The award was fittingly presented to the Adair County Commission in the historic 1917 Missouri State Capital along the banks of the Missouri River in Jefferson City, Missouri. The architectural integrity of Adair’s courthouse is a testament to the craftsmanship of a bygone era, making its preservation paramount.

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Coming Untied: Brick Masonry Wire Ties

Construction Specifier

The exterior façades of a multi-story office building in the southeastern United States had experienced water leakage since soon after construction 20 years ago. He specializes in investigation and repair of the building envelope. The post Coming Untied: Brick Masonry Wire Ties appeared first on Construction Specifier.

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California’s iconic outsider architecture property set for restoration

Construction Specifier

Page & Turnbull, in collaboration with the Glendora Historical Society, has unveiled plans to preserve the iconic Rubel Castle Historic District near Los Angeles, an eccentric and monumental folk-art environment. Photo courtesy Page & Turnbull. Nestled in the foothills of the San Gabriel Mountains, the 0.69-ha

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Renovating A Heritage Building

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In the past people utilized stone and brick to create buildings with character. Heritage buildings are part of every city. If you’re like me and your project experience has included renovation of a heritage building you’ll understand that there are some key challenges related to them.

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Seven Safety Tips to Protect Construction Workers in Summer Heat

Civil + Structural Engineer

Wear light-colored, loose-fitting, breathable clothing made from natural materials such as cotton. Gradually build up to heavy work. Move to the shade or a cool area such as an air-conditioned building or car when possible but try not to go in and out of air conditioning too much as it will make it harder for you to adjust to the heat.

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Breathing New Life into Historic Buildings: The Art and Science of Restoration

UK Construction Blog

The post Breathing New Life into Historic Buildings: The Art and Science of Restoration appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Historical renovation projects require a delicate balance of preservation and adaptation. Extensive Research Guides the Project A successful historic renovation starts with in-depth research.

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Challenges in Retrofitting Older Buildings for Seismic Safety

CCR Magazine

Ensuring that older buildings are up to snuff when it comes to seismic safety can be quite the challenge. For expert guidance and solutions, companies specializing in building restoration can offer valuable insights and services. Read on to learn more about the common challenges in retrofitting older buildings.