Focused on the Future

Building on the Past

Written by Lisa Lamkin, FAIA

Clients often bring concerns about existing building decay, lack of suitability for current needs and potential additional expense to a potential building re-use project. With thoughtful analysis we can eliminate these worries and uncover hidden potential within existing resources. Our award-winning success with multiple preservation projects highlights the opportunities for people, place and possibility hidden within.

It is often said that the greenest building is the one you have.

Sustainability Begins with Preservation

After peeling back outdated systems and dated renovations there is significant value to existing quality construction. Retaining solidly built infrastructure contributes money to the bottom line in savings and can preserve irreplaceable craftsmanship to enhance your project.

To read more about the revival of the San Jacinto Memorial Building click here.

To read more on sustainability and preservation check out this chapter of the Whole Building Design Guide click here.

Reimagine Program

Existing buildings especially those built before the ubiquity of air-conditioning often present challenges to your program at first look. We look at opportunities to use spaces differently, creating vertical height, accessible approach and modern vehicle access while preserving character. To see more about the reimagined possibilities for TAMU Francis Hall, Bryan Adams and other projects explore below.

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Build for the Next Chapter

Engineering challenges can be anticipated with experience and resolved creatively. To read more about the engineering challenges we overcame in the Preservation Dallas Landmark Award winning Geneva Heights Elementary click here.

 

Retain and Restore

Each Historic project presents special moments to celebrate. With research and planning we can shine a new light to create one of a kind asset to your project. To read more about restoration and reconstruction at Downtown El Paso Station click here.

Come back soon for additional success stories!

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