Monday Morning Coffee Talk

Monday, September 13:

Reading, Understanding and Presenting Architectural Drawings

with Laura Heim, architect and president of the American Institute of Architects, Queens Chapter

Monday, September 13, 8:30am, Neighborhood Preservation Center, 232 East 11th Street, Manhattan

Proposing alterations and new construction in historic neighborhoods is a complex process which has to account for a variety of concerns. To reach the best possible outcome, it is important that that the proposal has all the necessary information and is clearly presented to and understood by everyone involved. Laura Heim, architect, and president of the American Institute of Architects, Queens Chapter, will present examples of several approved architectural projects. She will discuss the proper ways in which to present proposals at the Landmarks Preservation Commission and to local community boards, as well as what to look for when reviewing these projects as a non-architect. This presentation will be of interest to both professionals and interested members of the public.

This event is FREE to the public. Reservations are required, as space is limited. For more information, please contact Frampton Tolbert at (212) 614-9107 or ftolbert@hdc.org.

The Neighborhood Partners Program is sponsored, in part, by Deutsche Bank, Lily Auchincloss Foundation, Assembly Members Jonathan L. Bing, Deborah J. Glick, Richard N. Gottfried and Daniel J. O’Donnell, and State Senators Thomas K. Duane, Liz Krueger & Diane J. Savino.

Lecture:

The Shore Thing:
A Practical Seminar on Shoring Methods
and Case Studies for Historic Buildings

Tuesday, September 28, 2010
9:00am-1:00pm

In recent years, with an increase in construction and demolition across the city, New York has witnessed several unfortunate losses of historic structures due to improper stabilization and shoring. Understanding the unique circumstances surrounding the structural make-up of historic buildings and how to properly undertake shoring for these buildings is crucial to their continued preservation.

Join the Historic Districts Council for this special seminar examining shoring methods and case studies from work on historic buildings. Techniques are improving all the time and architects should understand many of these techniques to have a fuller knowledge of preserving and restoring buildings.

Fees:
$125/per person
$100/ per person— Special offer for Friends of HDC & Professional Partners!