#historic-preservation

#historic-preservation

The alumni-led campaign is working to secure landmark protections for the historic Steve Hicks School of Social Work building. [ more ]

City Council did not reach the required number of votes to zone Sinnigson House as historic due to owner's disagreement. [ more ]

Southwark Council approved a scheme for a 195m office block and two residential towers, despite concerns about impacts on views and objections from Westminster City Council and local residents. [ more ]

HDC announces Six to Celebrate, highlighting NYC historic neighborhoods.

Partnerships with community groups for preservation efforts in New York City.

HDC's impact in aiding preservation projects and leveraging grants for historic neighborhoods. [ more ]

The Bank of Italy historic tower in downtown San Jose will be converted from offices to residences, producing over 100 homes.

The project is spearheaded by Westbank and Urban Community, aiming to transform the urban core of San Jose with outdoor dining and gathering areas included in the plan. [ more ]

Construction of a new multi-family row house approved by Landmarks Preservation Commission.

Design focus on massing and architectural attention to adjacent building. [ more ]

Preserving architecturally significant buildings in Downtown Brooklyn is essential to safeguarding the area's cultural heritage.

The coalition of Brooklyn civic and neighborhood organizations is working to landmark historic sites before they are lost to development. [ more ]

Historic preservation projects in Brooklyn recognized by 34th Annual Lucy G. Moses Preservation Awards

Award-winning projects include adaptive reuse of old buildings for new purposes [ more ]

Historic Hanson Place Central United Methodist Church in Brooklyn sold for $15 million to developer Watermark Capital Group.

The church, under contract to be sold, is inside the Brooklyn Academy of Music Historic District and must go through the Landmarks Preservation Commission for any changes. [ more ]

Brooklyn developers are focusing on prime office space closer to where workers live, offering tax incentives and energy programs to attract tenants with lower rents.

In the revitalization of the Domino sugar factory, Two Trees has created modern offices while preserving the historic facade and incorporating greenery and amenities. [ more ]

The Wedding Cake House in Kennebunk, ME is listed at $2,650,000 with historical significance and unique features.

The property includes a main house with period details, a carriage house, and a barn with a two-bedroom apartment. [ more ]

The Brooklyn Studio, a Dumbo-based architecture firm, has released a deck of cards featuring iconic row houses from across the city as a way to raise funds for the Historic Districts Council.

The deck of cards features 15 watercolor illustrations of iconic houses, including 10 from Brooklyn, done by Brooklyn artist Diane Hu. [ more ]

Historic hotel The Raleigh undergoing modern makeover led by architect Peter Marino

Development project includes restoration of historic hotel and new construction of contemporary residential tower [ more ]

Gov. Ron DeSantis signed bill threatening Miami's Art Deco architecture preservation.

Bill exempts specific areas but potentially impacts buildings in Miami Beach like the Faena hotel. [ more ]

Legislation grants developers power to demolish historic buildings near Florida's coast.

The bill exempts certain areas but still threatens Miami Beach's Art Deco architecture. [ more ]

Proposed legislation in Florida could weaken protections for historic coastal buildings, potentially leading to their demolition.

Preservationists are concerned that the language in the legislation would allow developers to strip away the unique character of tourist destinations like Miami Beach, St. Augustine, and Key West. [ more ]

Some communities in the Bay Area are seeking historic status as a last resort to prevent redevelopment.

Even parking lots can be deemed historic if approved by local historic preservation committees. [ more ]

Chip and Joanna Gaines are opening a boutique hotel called Hotel 1928 in Waco, Texas.

The couple is determined to keep as many of the building's original features as possible.

In the premiere episode of their new series, they focus on creating model guest rooms to finalize their design decisions. [ more ]

Historic preservationists are trying to stop the federal government from demolishing two century-old skyscrapers on State Street.

Advocates are asking the Commission on Chicago Landmarks to make the buildings local landmarks to protect them from demolition. [ more ]

San Francisco has the largest collection of Victorian architecture in the world.

There are approximately 8,000 surviving Victorian structures in the city with many more waiting to be discovered and restored. [ more ]

Liverpool Street is the busiest station in London due to the Elizabeth line.

Over 2,000 objections raised against redevelopment plans for London Liverpool Street station. [ more ]

Controversy over Liverpool Street station renovation

Concerns over impact on historic building and London skyline [ more ]

Historic England has granted listed status to four gas lamps on Russell Street in Covent Garden, protecting them for future generations.

There are currently around 1,300 working gas lamps in London, with 270 in Westminster, and about half of these are currently listed. [ more ]