Historic Preservation
At Farr Associates, we view preservation as integral to our larger mission to design sustainable human environments. Historic preservation is an essential part of a civil society; historic buildings form the core assets of many communities, and their restoration is key to neighborhood revitalization. Preservation is an essential part of any conservation-minded approach to human settlements. Historic buildings serve as anchors in time, preserving cultural richness and providing essential lessons for contemporary work.
The strength of our preservation practice lies in achieving a level of historic integrity that responds best to each project’s inherent assets. Where a legacy exists of high-quality materials and exceptional workmanship, savings on new construction can be allocated to technological improvements in lighting and energy systems, and in the application of green building strategies.
In our experience, renovating or restoring an older building provides deep ongoing rewards—in both the process (research, design, and construction) and the day-to-day satisfaction of occupying a renewed vintage building.
Some sample projects:
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| Elks Tower Apartments (189K) |
King Residence (201K) |
For more information about these or any other projects, please contact info@farrside.com.
