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Restoration of Saarinen-designed First Christian Church tower completed in Columbus, Indiana

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The Landmark Columbus Foundation has shared photos of Louis Joyner Architect 's completed tower restoration of the landmark First Christian Church in Columbus, Indiana, designed by Eero Saarinen and his father, Eliel , in 1942. The project took eight months to complete, wrapping up this past December.

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3 Years and Over $2 Million: What It Costs to Restore a Frank Lloyd Wright Home

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His admirers congregate in Facebook Groups, like the 120,000-member Frank Lloyd Wright Nation , to share photos of his structures and discuss his brilliance on the daily. Still, Wright’s structures are notorious for aging poorly. Still, Wright’s structures are notorious for aging poorly.

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Atak Architekti creates Liberec library by restoring and extending a former rectory

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Atak Architekti restored and extended a former rectory Looking to maintain the character of the existing building, its deep foundations were used to carve out a semi-recessed basement level, housing reading rooms and spaces to be used by local clubs. Photography is by Tomáš Souček.

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The Impact of Weather on Foundation Damage and Repair

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Foundations form the cornerstone of any building, providing the structural support it needs to stand strong. It means any issues with a foundation can have serious consequences – including potentially costly repairs. Weather is one of the key factors that can cause foundation damage and has a wide-reaching impact.

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Bofill Foundation Headquarters, Barcelona, Spain

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The design process began with a meticulous exploration of which building elements should be preserved and restored, carefully peeling away layers accumulated from decades of renovations. This approach allowed the essence of the building’s character to emerge, highlighting its original structure.

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How to properly assess structural wind damage

BD+C

How to properly assess structural wind damage 0 dbarista Mon, 06/05/2023 - 16:17 Engineers Properly assessing wind damage can identify vulnerabilities in a building's design or construction, which could lead to future damage or loss, writes Matt Wagner, SE, Principal and Managing Director with Walter P Moore.

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PAU to lead the design of a new gateway enhancement project at Niagara Falls

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The project’s brief calls for the creation of four gateway structures and will supposedly enhance connections between downtown Niagara Falls and the popular state park in an extension of a previous strategic plan begun by PAU and the state in early 2021.

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