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Brooklyn
fromArchDaily
4 months ago

Park Slope Neo-Tudor House / The Brooklyn Studio

The renovation of the Neo-Tudor home in Park Slope balances modern living with historical respect.
Renovation
fromSFGATE
2 months ago

Clint Harp Reveals Stunning Transformation of 1850s Dairy Barn Into a Dream Home-as It Hits the Market for $1.1 Million

The 1850s dairy barn has been expertly renovated into a dream home, emphasizing the importance of preserving historically valuable structures.
Renovation
fromWashington Post
3 months ago

These old Roman buildings could unlock how to build in a warming world

Spolia churches represent a unique architectural practice of reusing materials, merging aesthetics with historical context, despite initial critiques of their coherence.
Brooklyn
fromArchDaily
4 months ago

Park Slope Neo-Tudor House / The Brooklyn Studio

The renovation of the Neo-Tudor home in Park Slope balances modern living with historical respect.
Renovation
fromSFGATE
2 months ago

Clint Harp Reveals Stunning Transformation of 1850s Dairy Barn Into a Dream Home-as It Hits the Market for $1.1 Million

The 1850s dairy barn has been expertly renovated into a dream home, emphasizing the importance of preserving historically valuable structures.
Renovation
fromWashington Post
3 months ago

These old Roman buildings could unlock how to build in a warming world

Spolia churches represent a unique architectural practice of reusing materials, merging aesthetics with historical context, despite initial critiques of their coherence.
fromThe Washington Post
2 days ago

Saving Istanbul's ancient structures from the next big earthquake

"Devastating earthquakes have happened in this region before, and they will happen again. The question is when, not if," said Wendy Bohon, a geologist. "We can't stop earthquakes from happening, but we can dramatically improve the outcome of these earthquakes through planning and mitigation."
Miscellaneous
#san-francisco
fromsfist.com
5 days ago
SF LGBT

Appeals Board Rejects Attempt to Boot Prison Operator From Historic Compton's Cafeteria Site; Activists Vow to Fight On

fromsfist.com
5 days ago
SF LGBT

Appeals Board Rejects Attempt to Boot Prison Operator From Historic Compton's Cafeteria Site; Activists Vow to Fight On

#cultural-heritage
Arts
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

This tiny church is America's own Sistine Chapel - visitors flock to see its 'Last Supper' and other 'rich' frescoes: 'A very, very special place'

The South Solon Meeting House is newly recognized for its stunning 70-year-old fresco murals, often called 'Maine's Sistine Chapel.'
Arts
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

This tiny church is America's own Sistine Chapel - visitors flock to see its 'Last Supper' and other 'rich' frescoes: 'A very, very special place'

The South Solon Meeting House is newly recognized for its stunning 70-year-old fresco murals, often called 'Maine's Sistine Chapel.'
fromwww.barkinganddagenhampost.co.uk
6 days ago

Moat which used to 'deter predators' from historic Dagenham house to be restored

The remnants of the moat are located to the north, east and south of Valence House and the moat is "inseparably linked to the significance of the historic property" and the moat's presence "contributes to the site's archaeological significance."
Renovation
#archaeology
fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

Hungary's oldest library is fighting to save 100,000 books from a beetle infestation

The drugstore beetle, also known as the bread beetle, is often found among dried foodstuffs like grains, flour and spices. But they also are attracted to the gelatin and starch-based adhesives found in books.
History
fromLondon On The Inside
1 week ago

The City Is Getting Another Skyscraper Complete With a Public Park

The new skyscraper at 63 St Mary's Axe will encompass over 85,000 sq ft of floor space, largely for mixed-use offices, with flexible commercial and leisure spaces on lower levels.
Renovation
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Who preserves the homes of Black literary giants | Nneka M Okona

The house was ordinary, painted in an aging beige that was deepened with crisp, burgundy accents. At the top in an attic space the burgundy was most prominent.
Social justice
#san-jose
#community-engagement
Online Community Development
fromItsnicethat
1 month ago

The new creative neighbourhoods in Mumbai are preserving cultural heritage, while trying to avoid gentrification

Mumbai's redevelopment poses risks to cultural heritage, but there are creative initiatives aimed at community engagement and historical preservation.
Online Community Development
fromItsnicethat
1 month ago

The new creative neighbourhoods in Mumbai are preserving cultural heritage, while trying to avoid gentrification

Mumbai's redevelopment poses risks to cultural heritage, but there are creative initiatives aimed at community engagement and historical preservation.
fromThe Washington Post
1 month ago

Single-family houses and townhouses in Upper Marlboro development

In the early 19th century, this site thrived on tobacco farming, with only a weathered barn remaining from its agrarian past amid modern housing developments.
SF real estate
#urban-development
Renovation
fromArchDaily
1 month ago

Oimachi House / ROOVICE

A 73-year-old wooden house has been adapted into a contemporary workspace, merging historical preservation with modern design and functionality.
Renovation
fromArchDaily
1 month ago

Oimachi House / ROOVICE

A 73-year-old wooden house has been adapted into a contemporary workspace, merging historical preservation with modern design and functionality.
Remodel
fromRemodelista
1 month ago

Kitchen of the Week: Embracing the Old with Quintana Partners

Quintana Partners specializes in kitchen remodels that blend modern needs with the preservation of historical elements.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Historic war camp used over 200 years ago and buried under farmer's field is bought

Nene Park Trust acquires Norman Cross to preserve the world's first purpose-built prisoner of war camp as a historical site.
fromInsideHook
1 month ago

The Army Plans to Close Over Half of its Museums

By the end of this decade, the U.S. Army plans to reduce the number of museums from 41 to 12, citing maintenance and staffing issues.
Retirement
#vandalism
San Francisco
fromLos Angeles Times
3 months ago

California national park site vandalized with hazardous chemicals, hate speech

Vandalism at a historic Nike missile site includes hate speech and hazardous chemical spills, prompting an investigation.
San Francisco
fromLos Angeles Times
3 months ago

California national park site vandalized with hazardous chemicals, hate speech

Vandalism at a historic Nike missile site includes hate speech and hazardous chemical spills, prompting an investigation.
#restoration
fromBrooklyn Eagle
1 month ago
NYC politics

Grand Army Plaza Arch undergoes multimillion dollar restoration

The Soldiers' and Sailors' Memorial Arch has undergone its first significant restoration in almost 50 years, funded by the mayor.
fromwww.thehistoryblog.com
1 month ago
History

Queen Margherita's elevator restored

The historic electric elevator installed for Queen Margherita has been beautifully restored, highlighting its craftsmanship.
NYC politics
fromBrooklyn Eagle
1 month ago

Grand Army Plaza Arch undergoes multimillion dollar restoration

The Soldiers' and Sailors' Memorial Arch has undergone its first significant restoration in almost 50 years, funded by the mayor.
Renovation
fromArchDaily
1 month ago

Browning Industrial Park / MULTIPLE Architecture & Urbanism

Rejuvenating a former industrial site into a vibrant public space enhances urban connectivity and environmental performance.
fromwww.eastbaytimes.com
1 month ago

Alameda mayor: D.C. trip a reminder of leaders who made U.S. great

Speaking of which, a wall at the Korean War Memorial contains the inscription, Freedom Is Not Free, which reminded me of Alameda's recent Memorial Day Ceremony at Veterans Memorial Park.
NYC politics
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 month ago

The shaky foundations of Alexandria are being eroded by climate crisis

Alexandria, the city of Alexander the Great, is one of the first great historical cities to begin partially collapsing under the effects of climate change.
London politics
History
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Harrison Ruffin Tyler, grandson of the 10th U.S. president, dies at 96

Harrison Ruffin Tyler, the last grandson of President John Tyler, has passed away at 96, leaving a legacy of historical preservation.
Chicago Cubs
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Abraham Lincoln's blood-stained gloves from the night of his assassination among 144 artifacts on auction

A collection of Lincoln artifacts was auctioned to settle an $8 million debt, with significant sums raised for preservation efforts.
fromSFGATE
2 months ago

New documentary explores the final years of a San Francisco Chinatown legend

"At 92 years old, Yee was still designing her costumes and performing regularly with her partner, Stephen King, and the Grant Avenue Follies, a dance troupe composed of older Chinese Americans from around the Bay Area."
San Francisco
fromMiami Herald
2 months ago

What's the story behind that little old white house in the middle of Brickell?

"Dr. James Jackson, Miami's first doctor, dedicated his life to patient care amid epidemics, leaving a legacy that shapes the city’s medical community today."
Miami food
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

If Trump really wants to reopen Alcatraz, he'll have to go through California's environmental laws

If Trump is to get his prison, the bureau will have to first pass a number of environmental reviews, including the National Environmental Protection Act.
San Francisco
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Famed Memphis church associated with Martin Luther King damaged by fire

Memphis's mayor, Paul Young, emphasized the Clayborn Temple as "sacred ground" and a "symbol of struggle, hope and triumph that belongs not just to Memphis but to the world."
Black Lives Matter
Upper West Side
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

Take a look inside a 45-room, 14,000-square-foot historic mansion once owned by the inventor of Morse code

Locust Grove Estate is a historically preserved villa once owned by Morse, showcasing art, history, and architecture.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 months ago

Richmond eyes shoreline erosion project to save Bay Trail expansion

The recent beach erosion at Point Molate threatens a crucial $6 million recreational trail project, putting historical artifacts and community access at risk.
Mission District
London food
fromTime Out London
3 months ago

London's oldest Indian restaurant Veeraswamy is under threat

Veeraswamy, the UK's oldest Indian restaurant, faces closure as Crown Estate will not renew its lease, preferring to convert the space for office use.
Renovation
fromDesign Milk
3 months ago

Zaha Hadid Brings Futuristic Lens to Baroque Rome Hotel

Zaha Hadid Architects revived Palazzo Capponi's Baroque interiors while integrating modern design, showcasing a blend of historical authenticity and futuristic creativity.
fromRemodelista
3 months ago

Garde Hvalse Dinesen Showroom Kitchen in Aarhus, Denmark: Kitchen of the Week

At once novel and traditional, the new kitchen in Aarhus exemplifies the synergy of sustainable design and historical inspiration, showcasing craftsmanship and innovative materials.
Renovation
fromwww.thehistoryblog.com
3 months ago

Installation of Vasa's new support structure begins

Experts have begun putting in place a complex metal structure to support the hull, which more than 60 years after its salvage has begun to sag in the Stockholm museum.
History
fromianVisits
3 months ago

Liverpool Street station redevelopment plans submitted approval

Network Rail plans to redevelop Liverpool Street station, filing for planning permission to improve accessibility and enhance passenger experience while retaining historical features.
London
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 months ago

Letters: Let's do our part to preserve Bay Area's rich legacy

Erasing these histories diminishes the rich, complex past of the Bay Area. On April 13, I will return to lead a group tour of these sites to celebrate the community's revitalization.
US news
London
fromianVisits
3 months ago

London's Cold War tunnels take important step towards opening to the public

Cold War tunnels in Holborn will open to the public as a major tourist attraction by 2027.
fromABC7 Los Angeles
4 months ago

The Bolivar Point Lighthouse is a storied piece of Texas history

We love hearing the stories. One visitor told us, 'My grandfather was working on the peninsula, and my grandmother lived there. Both sought shelter in the Lighthouse during the 1900 hurricane. They met on the stairwell, and two years later, they got married in 1902.' People will visit and say this is why my family is still here.
SF LGBT
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
4 months ago

Long-lost lanterns may soon light up Berkeley's Northbrae neighborhood

Berkeley resident Darrell Owens remarked, 'If we pull this off, I think that it will inspire others to recognize and maintain public art in our neighborhood.'
Portland
Renovation
fromwww.romfordrecorder.co.uk
4 months ago

Housing development on former hospital site in Hornchurch shortlisted for award

St George's Park in Hornchurch is a finalist for the Resi Awards, showcasing successful regeneration of a former hospital site.
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
4 months ago

Bromley planning applications for conservation areas - including new houses

The proposals include the refurbishment of the Grade II listed multi-use building at 175 High Street, Bromley, aiming to enhance both its historical significance and functionality.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 months ago

Moment lorry driver causes 40,000 damage to Grade II-listed memorial

A lorry driver caused severe damage to a historical monument after taking a wrong turn and failing to maneuver properly.
UK news
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Paper
4 months ago

East New York residents invited to help reimagine LIRR substation * Brooklyn Paper

Community workshop to repurpose Long Island Railroad Substation 2 into a community facility, engaging residents and fostering local history preservation.
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