Credits: 1 AIA LU/HSW; 1 AIBD P-CE; 0.1 ICC CEU; 0.1 IACET CEU
May qualify for learning hours through most Canadian architectural associations
Preserving the past while building for the future is one of the most significant challenges and opportunities in custom home design. This webinar explores the delicate balance between remodeling an older or historic home and modern performance, showcasing three unique residential renovation projects across the country: a charming Victorian home in Boston, a sleek mid-century modern in Palm Springs, and a thoughtful renovation of a historic apartment building in downtown Seattle.
Through these diverse case studies, attendees will gain insights into how design professionals maintain architectural integrity while incorporating the modern conveniences, systems, and energy-efficient solutions that today’s homeowners expect. Special attention will be given to fenestration solutions, material selection, and the treatment of historic windows, material selection, and how to integrate new technologies without compromising character.
Whether you work on historic properties or are navigating your first renovation project, this session offers real-world strategies for creating homes that are both timeless and functional.
Learning Objectives:
- Define historic preservation principles and how they inform design decisions when renovating or remodeling homes from different architectural eras.
- Identify strategies for upgrading building performance—including energy efficiency, indoor environmental quality, and occupant comfort—while maintaining historic elements' visual and structural integrity, such as original windows and façades.
- Explore material and system selections that support long-term durability, resilience, and code compliance in historic homes, while respecting preservation standards.
- Examine real-world case studies to assess how architects and builders have successfully integrated modern systems (HVAC, lighting, insulation, etc.) into historic structures without compromising health, safety, or welfare of occupants.
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