Holding to Our Heritage

This class will provide criteria useful to determine the best choice for responding to older buildings. Choices will be weighed in terms of value for the owner, the buyer, and the community where the building is situated. Additionally, we will briefly explore a potential opportunity for collaboration between architects and commercial real estate agents.

3 Hours

Approval Number: 9879284

Provider Number: 0009341

$35.99

When determining how to utilize older structures, common options typically involve choosing between retaining them in their current state, fixing any damages, restoring them to their original condition, repurposing them for new uses, or completely replacing them.

There exists a well-known adage about existing buildings that can be summarized: “It has good bones.” Any building devoid of structural flaws and effectively preventing water infiltration is a tangible asset. To fully leverage the value of existing buildings, especially in areas where changes economic factors have resulted in changing market needs, approach their repurposing with a fresh perspective. The allocation of renovation funds should not focus only upon restoring buildings to their previous use, but rather on adapting them for use in different markets, where they can be used to house an entirely new function.

This class will provide criteria useful to determine the best choice for responding to older buildings. Choices will be weighed in terms of value for the owner, the buyer, and the community where the building is situated. Additionally, we will briefly explore a potential opportunity for collaboration between architects and commercial real estate agents.

In seeking a win-win solution, it is better to repurpose older structures than leave them unused. However, careful consideration should be given to the various possibilities on how to carry out this transformation before determining the most suitable path moving forward.

Learning Objectives

  • Recognize various stakeholders seeking to provide input into the end use of a newly acquired aged structure.
  • Identify system components that need to be included in the assessment of an older or historic building, as part of determining how to proceed with its further use.
  • Explain what determines historic significance and how cultural significance plays a role in the practicality of restoring all or part of a heritage building.
  • Expand upon principles inherent in a decision to move forward with adaptive reuse, both the benefits and the difficulties encountered.
  • Determine why or why not an older building should be demolished and replaced with a more modern structure on the same site. Discuss what can be accomplished through a collaboration between architects and commercial realtors, in regards to the reuse of older buildings.

Who will Benefit from this Class

"Holding to Our Heritage" would likely benefit several types of architects, including:

  • Historic Preservation Architects
    These professionals focus on the conservation and restoration of historic buildings and sites. They would benefit from understanding the cultural, historical, and architectural significance of heritage structures.
  • Cultural Resource Managers
    Architects involved in managing cultural resources would gain insight into best practices for preserving community heritage and integrating it into modern design.
  • Urban Planners
    Planners aiming to maintain the character of existing neighborhoods while accommodating new developments would find value in learning how to balance heritage with contemporary needs.Planners aiming to maintain the character of existing neighborhoods while accommodating new developments would find value in learning how to balance heritage with contemporary needs.
  • Landscape Architects
    Those working on public spaces can benefit from understanding how to incorporate historical and cultural elements into their designs, enhancing the sense of place.
  • Residential Architects
    Architects focusing on designing homes in historically significant areas would need to understand the architectural styles and materials that reflect local heritage.
  • Sustainable Architects
    Professionals interested in sustainable design can learn how heritage architecture often embodies principles of sustainability and resourcefulness.
  • Architectural Historians
    While not architects in the traditional sense, those studying the history of architecture would find value in understanding the ongoing relevance of heritage in today's design practices.

Reporting

Class completions are reported to the DBPR.

Renewal Cycle

Continuing Education credits for the 2/28 odd year renewal must be completed by 12/31 even year.

Refer to the Architecture Continuing Education Handbook for additional information.

This course includes:

  • Virtual Access From Any Computer
  • Certificate of Completion
  • Competitive Pricing
  • 100% Satisfaction Guarantee

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