

PROFESSIONAL SERVICES



PERFORMANCE DIAGNOSTICS
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pioneers in establishing & applying specialized protocol for performance evaluations of historic buildings, including energy efficiency & durability
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systems diagnostics, tuning and operations maintenance plans
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structural evaluations of archaic, pre-code, unique construction
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environmental analysis, including stormwater management
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extraordinary skills in tracking & resolving building leaks, mold hazmat
PLANNING, FORENSICS & INVESTIGATION
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master plans that provide a unified vision that may be accomplished over a 1- to 20-year period
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acquisition planning in anticipation of purchasing a property, including investigative analysis of the property
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condition surveys that map out issues—positive and negative—affecting the site, in an easy-to-read format
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condition assessments that focus on singular problems at a site
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feasibility studies that show the potential of a project or property
SUSTAINABLE PRESERVATION & PROJECT DEVELOPMENT
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stabilization plans for securing a site while funding or acquisition is underway
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preservation plans for preserving the important elements of a site and its authenticity
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restoration plans to present the site in a unified framework representing important periods in its history
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redevelopment or rehabilitation plans that assist the site in conforming to new uses or the integration of new technologies
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critical studies of structure, finishes, interiors, exteriors, systems and landscaping



NEW BUILDINGS & SITE DESIGN
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new buildings within an historical context that blend with the existing fabric of their surroundings
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interiors that represent an “archaeological” aesthetic, combining important authentic elements of the original building into the design
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“green” building technologies, representing important environmental-, energy- and occupant-sensitive measures
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incorporation of traditional elements used to provide a new perspective
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lasting effect; design that is built to age and operate well
GRANTS & FUND-RAISING
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identification of multiple sources of funding—special allocations, grants, loans—for a variety of project types
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participation in events related to capital campaigns
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program development for campaigns and applications, including related research
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national register nominations
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historic structure reports
DREAM TREEHOUSE
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treehouses provide layers for enjoying life
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intimacy with nature
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patented attachment systems which expands as tree grows
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sustainable materials