April 2013

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Supplier of historically styled hardware: sash pulleys, lifts & locks, sash chain & rope; weather stripping; patented sash weights.

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Many of historic preservation’s laws and programs are nearly old enough for their own historic designations and are in dire need of rehabilitation.

Allan Greenberg, recipient of the 2013 Simons Medal of Excellence

This year’s Simons Medal of Excellence awarded to Allan Greenberg, principal of Allan Greenberg Architect, based in Greenwich, CT, and Alexandria, VA.

This plaster model of the Mansion House, one of the grandest surviving Georgian town palaces in London, was created by Timothy Richards in 2005. The building was constructed after the Great Fire of London and the First Lord Mayor took up residence in 1752. Photo: courtesy of Timothy Richards (W.W. Norton, 2011)

The ICAA has announced the winners of the 2013 Arthur Ross Awards for excellence in preserving and advancing the Classical tradition.

In the category of Commercial, Civic & Institutional Architecture, George Ranalli, Architect, won for a new community center building at the Saratoga Avenue Community Center in Brooklyn, NY. His work included the design of the 5,500-sq.ft. new addition, and 2,500-sq.ft. of renovation. “George Ranalli’s design suavely addressed the Housing Authority budget and guidelines, which restricted low windows and required bullet-proof glass,” said Loth. “Admittedly, this is not a Classical-style building, but we can’t say it’s not a classic.”

The Institute of Classical Architecture & Art presented its first annual Stanford White Awards at the historic Racquet and Tennis Club in New York City.

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A.J. Downing's residence

Twombly has brought to light Andrew Jackson Downing’s remarkable contributions to the American landscape.

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House of Delegates, Annapolis, MD

Public Buildings

The Old House of Delegates at the Maryland State House has been re-created back to its 1876 Victorian style.

The courthouse is steeped in history. A Civil War Veterans Memorial, dedicated in 1875, is in one corner of the square.

Public Buildings

Saving historic buildings with energy-efficient HVAC systems.

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Small-duct systems with flexible tubing seem to be one answer to the search for energy-efficient HVAC systems suitable for historic buildings.

Piedmont Driving Club

Windows & Doors

Quality wood doors create lasting first impressions.

Jan Hird Pokorny Associates

JHPA’s portfolio reflects the firm’s seminal role in the preservation movement and the tenaciousness of its founder.