Vintage Doors
Manufacturer of custom exterior & interior wood doors: door hardware, screen doors & storm doors; traditional, Craftsman & Victorian Styles; solid wood & glass panels available.
Susan D. Turner
Susan D. Turner is a Canadian architect specializing in historic preservation of national registered buildings. She is the Director of Architecture for The Tradesmen Group, a restoration contractor specializing in the repair and preservation of historic buildings. She can be reached at sturner@tradesmengroup.com
Building with Concrete
With uses that range from utilitarian to decorative, concrete has been the building material of choice for centuries.
Bronze in Traditional Building
Bronze has been used as ornament for centuries in our built environment.
Bricks: Building Blocks
An ancient building material, brick offers a variety of color, textures, and patterns.
How to Repoint Masonry
Despite its durability, mortar requires periodic maintenance and upkeep. Here's a look at how to determine when to repoint masonry, the materials to use (and avoid), and the steps to take to ensure long-lasting results.
Restoring Historical Stained Glass
Steps to take when restoring historical stained glass.
Introducing Scagliola
Scagliola is a venerable technique that has plaster posing as marble.
