Practical Preservation: Recent Episodes
Practical Preservation
Focused on the restoration and preservation of 18th, 19th, and early 20th century buildings our weekly podcast features preservationists, educators, and products related to preserving older buildings.
Dominish Miller of HomeTown History joined the Practical Preservation podcast to discuss:
- Her interest in York County history including Lewistown, Newberrytown, and Civil War
- The goal to educate the public in the rich local history
- The most interesting thing she has learned in her research
- Thoughts on agricultural homesteading, untold stories and primary sources for historical research
You can reach Dominish by visiting:
YouTube
Melanie Lytle of Glaze Craft Windows and Goucher College joined the Practical Preservation podcast to discuss:
- The services offered by Glaze Craft Windows
- Why window restoration is important
- The Master of Arts Historic Preservation program at Goucher College
- Ways to engage the community in the historic preservation process
How to get in contact:
Love of Place webinar
Website
Michael Lemieux and Jenny MacDonald of Full Circle Homes and Mayflower Mercantile joined the Practical Preservation podcast to discuss:
- Their restoration of antique homes
- The HGTV show they formerly hosted - Houses with History
- The modern code requirements and creative solutions
- How design and construction should be a smart and thoughtful process
How to contact:
YouTube
Website and info@fullcircle-homes.com
Instagram - Mike
Instagram - Jenny
Vacation Rentals
THE BLACK WALNUT TREE HOUSE - Home
Circa 1756 Deacon Eldred Circa - Sandwich - FULL CIRCLE HOMES
Circa 1707 Center Chimney Cape - Plympton - FULL CIRCLE HOMES
Nick Redding from Preservation Maryland joined the Practical Preservation podcast to discuss:
- The important work of Preservation Maryland as a statewide advocacy organization founded in 1931
- How preservation advocacy can be proactive and reactive
- The Campaign for Historic Trades - featured on this past podcast episode
- How preservation is changing and the need for flexibility, sustainability, and compromises
- How historic preservation can help the affordable housing crisis
How to get in contact:
Website
About Us Page
Alden Wicker of EcoCult joined the Practical Preservation podcast to discuss:
- her work as an investigative journalist
- sustainability and material research
- how insulation (spray foam) can make your home toxic and destroy your historic home
- the dangers of plastic especially in house fires
- and how to make choices that are good for you and the environment
Video of modern vs traditional materials in a fire
Book - To Die For
Lori Arnold, wood conservator, joined the Practical Preservation podcast to discuss:
- Her background in fine art before pivoting to historic preservation
- Her PhD in wood epoxy
- How wood interacts with epoxy
- Lori's epoxy choice (John was a podcast guest you can listen here)
- The interesting projects she has been involved in
Home - ASW Hobart website
Email - woodconservator@gmail.com
Doug Madenford of PA Dutch 101 joined the Practical Preservation podcast to discuss:
- Pennsylvania Dutch among non-Plain people
- Pennsylvania Dutch as a language, culture, and history
- Belsnickel as a PA Dutch Christmas tradition
- Other customs/superstitions associated with Christmas and New Years
- Plus, an exclusive demonstration of Danielle showing she does not have a talent for language
To learn more/connect:
You Tube
Contact
Christopher Rogers from the Friends of the Tanner House joined the Practical Preservation podcast to discuss:
- The process of community engagement in saving a building
- Enabling the black storytellers of West Philadelphia to tell their stories
- The history of the Tanner Family as part of the American history
- The challenges of preservation of a structurally unstable building
To connect:
Website
Community Visioning Process Report
Donate
Twitter/X
Katie Fitzhugh of Re:Purpose Savannah joined the Practical Preservation podcast to discuss:
- Re:Purpose Savannah and its mission
- Why deconstruction is a climate conscious option
- How traditional demolition and construction is a 1/3 of the world's waste
- How policy makers are beginning to codify deconstruction
How to get in touch:
2025 Calendar
Website
Christian Gray of inCOMMON Community Development joined the Practical Preservation podcast to discuss:
- The mission of inCOMMON Community Development
- How they are transforming neighborhoods in Omaha, NE through the neighbors
- Ways to use development to make an impact
- The concept of where we grow matters
- How to use Naturally Occurring Affordable Housing (NOAH) to off-set the impact of gentrification
You can connect:
Website
YouTube
Christian's Email
Support:
Donate
Elizabeth Finkelstein of Cheap Old Houses joined the Practical Preservation podcast to discuss:
- The Cheap Old Houses - book, Instagram, and HGTV shows (spoiler - no interior walls were removed)
- How Cheap Old Houses is countercultural
- Unique buildings converted into houses
- And what is a must preserve house feature
How to get in touch/follow:
Subscribe to the Cheap Old Houses list
Jeff Siegler of Revitalize,or Die. joined the Practical Preservation podcast to discuss:
- Community Place Planning
- Placemaking
- Civic Self-esteem
- Our built environment's impact on our health
To connect with Jeff visit:
Jeff Siegler | LinkedIn
To purchase the Your City is Sick book
Laura Crook of the Doctors House Museum joined the Practical Preservation Podcast to discuss the saving of the Doctors house from demolition, the restoration, and the museum (along with paranormal investigation spoilers).
Laura Crook served on the Board of Directors from 2015 - 2019 and has participated as Chair of the Membership & Outreach Committee, which set a goal of 1000 TGHS members, a goal we have since surpassed. She also conceived and organizes the popular “Raising the Bar” mixers. If you need someone to chat about the Victorian Era or Batchelder tile over a cocktail or two, she is your gal. Laura, her husband Jon, and daughter Margot reside in a 1926 English Revival within the El Miradero neighborhood of Glendale. In 2017 Laura assumed the role of Doctors House Director with much gratitude and enthusiasm and continues to serve in this role today. Laura is also the recipient of the 2020 Outstanding Service award.
Contact information:
website
link to Doctors House documentary
link to Past Virtual Events (including the paranormal investigation)
Woody Woodworth of The Brick Painters Ltd. joined the Practical Preservation podcast to discuss how to restore the appearance of an already painted brick building helping to educate about the non-damaging options viable to historic building owners.
Link to the Certified Installer information - Contact - The Brick Painters - Brick Restoration in Ontario
To reach Woody email at contact@thebrickpainters.com
Nikki Stewart, Executive Director of Old North Illuminated joined the Practical Preservation Podcast to discuss the history of the site (made famous by Paul Revere's Ride by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow) encompassing 300 years of American history and part of the Freedom Trial. Plus, the challenges to accessibility in historical sites and educational programs both in person and virtual.
For more information visit: Old North Church & Historic Site | Boston, MA
For virtual tours of Old North: Behind the Scenes Tour | The Old North Church
Illuminating the Unseen information about the Black and Indigenous stories of Old North: Illuminating the Unseen | The Old North Church
Jeremy Ebersole from The Landmark Trust USA joined the Practical Preservation podcast and shared how The Landmark Trust USA preserves at risk properties and his love of motor themed architecture and neon signs.
You can follow The Landmark Trust USA:
Facebook and The Landmark Trust USA (@thelandmarktrustusa) • Instagram photos and videos
Visit their website (and book your vacation rental):
The Landmark Trust USA
You can connect with Jeremy at: Jeremy Ebersole | LinkedIn or
jebersole@landmarktrustusa.com
We're back! On this week's episode of the Practical Preservation Podcast, Danielle speaks with Dr. Stephanie Ryberg-Webster, author of the book "Preserving the Vanishing City: Historic Preservation amid Urban Decline in Cleveland, Ohio (Urban Life, Landscape and Policy)" about the struggles of preservation during urban decline.
You can find Stephanie's book online at Temple University Press. Or at major online retailers.
You can contact Dr. Ryberg-Webster at s.ryberg@csuohio.edu.
This week Danielle spoke with Isabel Thornton of Restoration Housing. Restoration Housing is a nonprofit organization that develops affordable rental properties benefiting limited-income individuals and families through the preservation of neglected historic structures. Danielle and Isabel discussed the benefits of restoring older houses in lieu of building new structures, and how the multi-family home model is relevant in today's world. Isabel also explained how advantageous tapping into historic tax credit funding and low income housing credits is for their organization.
This week Danielle spoke with Isabel Thornton of Restoration Housing. Restoration Housing is a nonprofit organization that develops affordable rental properties benefiting limited-income individuals and families through the preservation of neglected historic structures. Danielle and Isabel discussed the benefits of restoring older houses in lieu of building new structures, and how the multi-family home model is relevant in today's world. Isabel also explained how advantageous tapping into historic tax credit funding and low income housing credits is for their organization.
On this week's episode of the Practical Preservation Podcast, Danielle spoke with Mark Platts, President of the Susquehanna National Heritage Area. Mark and Danielle discussed the process of purchasing a historic area, why adapting historic buildings for modern use is important, and why to be involved in your local historic organizations.
On this week’s episode of the Practical Preservation Podcast Danielle spoke with Alyssa Lozupone, Director of Preservation at the Newport Restoration Foundation (NRF). Danielle and Alyssa discussed philosophies in preservation, and about how the Newport Restoration Foundation is attempting to mitigate and prevent damage from the effects of climate change like rising sea levels.
On this week's episode of the Practical Preservation Podcast, Danielle spoke with Lauren Kope, the Program Coordinator for the University of Delaware Botanic Gardens. Danielle and Lauren discussed historic gardens in the Philadelphia area, such as the Wyck Historic House, and best practices for preservation in gardening.
Lauren also mentioned the America's Gardens Capital Passport and how educational programs like this support historic preservation through outreach.
On this week’s episode of the Practical Preservation Podcast, Danielle speaks with Dr. Eliza Grant of the Bluebird Project in Conway, New Hampshire. The Bluebird Project is a community focused real estate development company that preserves historic buildings and converts them into affordable housing. Dr. Grant discussed how she became involved in preservation after identifying an affordable housing shortage in her community, and how this interest grew into a successful initiative.
You can learn more about The Bluebird Project by visiting them on Facebook and Instagram. If you have questions for Dr. Grant she can be reached at thebluebirdprojectnh@gmail.com.
On this week’s episode of the Practical Preservation Podcast, Danielle speaks with Dr. Eliza Grant of the Bluebird Project in Conway, New Hampshire. The Bluebird Project is a community focused real estate development company that preserves historic buildings and converts them into affordable housing. Dr. Grant discussed how she became involved in preservation after identifying an affordable housing shortage in her community, and how this interest grew into a successful initiative.
You can learn more about The Bluebird Project by visiting them on Facebook and Instagram. If you have questions for Dr. Grant she can be reached at thebluebirdprojectnh@gmail.com.
On this week's episode of the Practical Preservation Podcast Danielle spoke with Dr. Maigen Sullivan ofI The Invisible Histories Project. Based in Birmingham, Alabama, The Invisible Histories Project locates, preserves, researches, and creates for local communities an accessible collection of the rich and diverse history of LGBTQ life in the US South. Danielle and Dr. Sullivan discussed how the Project documents these histories, and how preserving them benefits local communities.
You can find this episode on TuneIn, Apple Podcasts, STITCHER, or on our website at: https://practicalpreservationservices.com/practical-preservation-featuring-dr-maigen-sullivan-of-the-invisible-histories-project/.
This week on the Practical Preservation Podcast Danielle was joined by Nedra Deadwyler of the Save Your Spaces Cultural Heritage and Historic Preservation Festival.
Nedra and Danielle talked about trends and techniques in preserving history, heritage, and identities, and how events like the Save Your Spaces festival encourage their preservation. They also discussed how you can support projects like Save your Spaces, or even create a similar event in your community.
This week on the Practical Preservation Podcast, Danielle was joined by Mark Ferguson of The Revivalist. Mark discussed the history of his family farm in Roanoke, VA and his plans for restoring the main house, grain silo, and slave quarters. Danielle and Mark also discussed how local preservation guidelines can help or hinder investment in older communities.
You can learn more about The Revivalist and Mark’s work online at https://therevivalist.info.
On this week's episode of the Practical Preservation Podcast Danielle spoke with Christina Butler of Butler Preservation. Christina is a preservationist, contractor, and a full professor at the American College of the Building Arts in Charleston, SC.
Danielle and Christina discussed the benefits of having both formal education and hands on experience when approaching restoration projects, the skill gap in the trades industry, and why Christina opted to design her brand new home in Georgian era design.
You can find Butler Preservation online at www.butlerpreservation.com, and the American College of the Building Arts at www.acba.edu.
On this week's episode of the Practical Preservation Podcast Danielle spoke with Sarah Ward of Ward Architecture + Preservation. Danielle and Sarah spoke about how to balance the preservation of historic homes while keeping the client's vision in mind, and how to keep the client's vision in mind while maintaining the integrity of the historic structure. They also discussed how climate change may impact preservation trades moving forward, and why it is important to utilize local, state, and federal preservation tax credits.
You can contact Sarah via email at sward@wardarch.com or online via the Ward Architecture + Preservation website. You can also find Ward Architecture + Preservation on Facebook and Instagram.
On this week's episode of the Practical Preservation Podcast Danielle spoke with Sarah Ward of Ward Architecture + Preservation. Danielle and Sarah spoke about how to balance the preservation of historic homes while keeping the client's vision in mind, and how to keep the client's vision in mind while maintaining the integrity of the historic structure. They also discussed how climate change may impact preservation trades moving forward, and why it is important to utilize local, state, and federal preservation tax credits.
You can contact Sarah via email at sward@wardarch.com or online via the Ward Architecture + Preservation website. You can also find Ward Architecture + Preservation on Facebook and Instagram.
On this week's episode of the Practical Preservation Podcast Danielle spoke with Shauntee Daniels, Executive Director of the Baltimore National Heritage Area. Danielle and Shauntee discussed heritage tourism, the experience of going to a place and becoming a part of the story, allowing the tourists to experience the culture that existed at one time in place.
On this week’s episode of the Practical Preservation Podcast Danielle spoke with Molly Ricks of Baltimore Heritage. Danielle and Molly talked about how preservation serves people and communities, and how preservation outreach has changed (for good!) through the pandemic. Listen to the episode and learn more about Baltimore Heritage’s programs.
You can contact Molly via email at ricks@baltimoreheritage.org, and find Baltimore Heritage online at https://baltimoreheritage.org.
On this week’s episode of the Practical Preservation Podcast Danielle spoke with Ellie Isaacs of Landmark Preservation Consulting. Danielle and Ellie discussed why it’s important to prioritize project work to account for funding, and how educating clients on care and maintenance is critical to long term preservation efforts. Ellie also discussed some of her favorite projects including Meadow Garden in Augusta, GA, the home of George Walton signer of the Declaration of Independence.
You can find Landmark Preservation on instagram @landmarkpreservationconsulting, and contact Ellie via email at Ellie@landmarkpreservationllc.com.
On this week's episode of the Practical Preservation Podcast Danielle spoke with Nicholas De Neff, lead writer for the Hometown History Podcast. Danielle and Nicholas discussed the importance of storytelling in place, and how the way a story is told can influence legacy.
On this week’s episode of the Practical Preservation Podcast Danielle spoke with Liz Waytkus, Executive Director of the United States chapter of Docomomo International, a non-profit organization dedicated to the documentation and conservation of buildings, sites and neighborhoods of the modern movement for nearly 25 years.
Danielle and Liz discussed the importance of local, state, and national designation of historically relevant architecture. Liz’s article for Dezeen on the demolition of Marcel Breuer’s Geller I house goes into detail about how this type of designation could have saved this significant piece of modern American architecture.
On this week's episode of the Practical Preservation podcast Danielle spoke with Taylor Voltz, host of the Preservation Destination podcast. Hailing from North Atlanta, Taylor moved to New Orleans in 2009 to pursue a graduate degree in Historic Preservation from Tulane University. She developed a passion for preservation while earning her undergraduate degree in American History. She currently holds the Director position at the Historic Mobile Preservation Society and the Historic Oakleigh House in Mobile, Alabama. She lives with her husband and four cats.
Danielle and Taylor discussed their individual paths to the world of preservation podcasting, and how it has benefitted their careers while indulging their personal interests.
You can listen to the Preservation Destination podcast on Apple Podcasts and Google Play.
On this week's episode of the Practical Preservation Podcast Danielle spoke with Steve Jordan of Pain in the Glass. Danielle and Steve discussed the advantages of marketing even when business is booming, the evolution of preservation, and the labor shortage currently affecting the preservation trades.
You can find Steve's business and his books online at: http://www.painintheglass.us
You can also contact Steve via email at sashbible@gmail.com
On this week’s episode of the Practical Preservation Podcast, Danielle spoke with Abbie Samson, of Samson Historical. Samson Historical is a provider of 18th Century reproductions. Abbie told us about the range of products offered by Samson Historical and how they can help customers find time appropriate items. You can find Samson Historical’s full catalog on their website at: https://www.samsonhistorical.com. You can also follow them on Instagram at samson_historical and Facebook at @SamsonHistorical.
On this week's episode of the Practical Preservation Podcast, Danielle spoke with Mike O'Neill about Barry Gfeller's photography and how it helped preserve images of Main Street America. From the National Building Museum's website, " Gfeller Collection: Main Street USA portrays roughly 250,000 buildings and 3,750 communities in 44 states and six Canadian provinces. Taken together, the images are a rare snapshot of late 20th-century North America."
Mike also discussed his role in the preservation and donation of this important collection.
You can find more information about the collection at www.gfellercollection.org, or at the National Building Museum.
This week on the Practical Preservation Podcast Danielle spoke with author Maureen Ogle about her book, “All the Modern Conveniences: American Household Plumbing, 1840-1890”. Maureen and Danielle discussed the development of indoor plumbing in American homes during this unique period in history when not all homes came with modern amenities.
You can find Maureen on her website at: https://www.maureenogle.com, and contact her via email at: oglemaureen@gmail.com
This week on the Practical Preservation Podcast, Danielle speaks with author Max Page about his book "Why Preservation Matters". They also discuss why preservation is important, and how to balance green building with preserving buildings, and history.
You can contact Max via email at mpage@umass.edu.
On this week’s episode of the Practical Preservation podcast, Danielle spoke with Preservation Advocate Randolph “Randy”l Harris. Randy believes that “history is local” and told us about the beginnings of the Lancaster walking tour, and how it evolved into a sought after attraction. Randy also discussed the Underground Rail Road and its history in Lancaster County.
You can find information on the walking tour online at: www.lancasterhistory.org
Randy’s website with history of the Underground Rail Road is located here: http://undergroundrroriginspa.org/
And Randy’s website about land use and historic preservation can be found here: www.lancasterheritageallies.org
On this week’s episode of the Practical Preservation Podcast, Danielle spoke with Josh Blanc of Clay Squared to Infinity in Minneapolis Minnesota. From their website, “Clay Squared crafts handmade tiles in many shapes and colors for kitchens, bathrooms, fireplaces, and as art tile. We feature tile by local and national artists and offer the largest selection of historic reproduction tile lines in the US.”
Danielle and Josh discussed matching historic materials and why it is better to preserve and restore than renovate and redesign historic properties and homes. They also discuss why buying from small businesses is better for your historic home.
You can find Clay Squared online at www.claysquared.com, on Instagram @claysquared, and contact them by phone 612-781-6409, or by email josh@claysquared.com
On this week's episode of the Practical Preservation Podcast, Danielle spoke with Andrew Cushing, Bureau of Historic Sites Chief for the New Hampshire Department of Natural and Cultural Resources. Danielle and Andrew discussed how and why to research the history of your home.
On this week's special Halloween episode of the Practical Preservation Podcast Danielle spoke with Leslie Stainton,author of "Staging Ground: An American Theater and Its Ghosts" about the historic Fulton Theater in Lancaster Pennsylvania. They discussed place preservation, the theater's history dating back to the 1700's, and Leslie's experience with a ghost hunter on the grounds.
You can find "Staging Ground: An American Theater and Its Ghosts" at the Penn State University Press online bookstore, or at major online retailers.
On this week’s episode of the Practical Preservation Podcast, Danielle spoke with Jere Gibber, Executive Director of the National Preservation Institute (NPI).
Danielle and Jere discussed the importance of volunteering in addition to for profit work in the field of preservation. Jere also talked about the history of NPI and the trainings available through their organization. You can find the trainings and NPI’s podcast on their website at www.npi.org.
You can contact Jere, and NPI at 703-765-0100, or via email at info@npi.org.
On this week's episode of the Practical Preservation Podcast Danielle spoke with Russ Carnahan of Preservation Action. Danielle and Russ discussed the importance of advocating on behalf of preservation, and how individuals can be involved.
Preservation Action is a 501(c)4 nonprofit organization created in 1974 to serve as the national grassroots lobby for historic preservation. Preservation Action seeks to make historic preservation a national priority by advocating to all branches of the federal government for sound preservation policy and programs through a grassroots constituency empowered with information and training and through direct contact with elected representatives.
You can find more information on Preservation Action's advocacy, and information on how to get involved, on their website.
And don't forget! The Preservation Network's Silent Auction begins October 25th, with a live virtual event on November 2.
On this week's episode of the Practical Preservation podcast, we spoke with Catherine Fleming Bruce, author and activist. Catherine is the author of "The Sustainers: Being, Building and Doing Good through Activism in the Sacred Spaces of Civil Rights, Human Rights and Social Movements" which received the 2017 Historic Preservation Book Prize from the University of Mary Washington Center for Historic Preservation. Catherine advocates for the preservation of historic spaces significant to the civil rights movement, and discussed the importance of equality in preservation, and ensuring the economic benefits of preservation projects go back to the surrounding communities.
You can find Catherine's book on Amazon, You can find Catherine on Twitter @TNOVSA, or on Instagram @bruce_catherine. You can contact Catherine via email at tnovsacfb@gmail.com.
On this week's episode of the Practical Preservation Podcast we spoke with Marc Jamieson of Ontario, Canada based Heather & Little, a family owned custom metal fabrication business. Marc started with the family business as a child and learned the ins and outs as he grew up, now Marc's son is starting his sheet metal apprenticeship. Listen in to hear more about why restoration building is green building and about some of the unique projects Heather and Little has worked on.
You can contact Heather & Little via phone at 866.855.5371, or by email at info@heatherandlittle.com.
On this week's episode of the Practical Preservation Podcast Danielle spoke with author Michael Olmert about his book Kitchens, Smokehouses, and Privies: Outbuildings and the Architecture of Daily Life in the Eighteenth-Century Mid-Atlantic. Michael explained how by looking at buildings, we can discover clues about every day life from when they were used. We also learned about hexagonal and octagonal rooms, and why 18th century American dairies had northern facing doors.
You can find Michael in the English Department at University of Maryland.
On this week's episode, we spoke with Kelly Parks, realtor at Paris Gibson Realty in Montana, specializing in
historic farms, ranches, and estates. We discussed Kelly's experience with her historic homes, and her advocacy for historic spaces in Montana and across the country. We also discussed positive trends in preservation and why we shouldn't be afraid of taking on historic renovation projects.
You can contact Kelly via email at Kelly@ParisGibson.com or by phone at 406-788-6826.
On this week's episode of the Practical Preservation Podcast we spoke with author Marc Howard Ross about his book Slavery in the North: Forgetting History and Recovering Memory. Marc told us about his research and how how got interested in learning about how America chooses to document, or forget, history.
You can contact Marc via email at Marc.Ross66@gmail.com.
On this week's episode Danielle spoke with John Phillips of Associated Crafts & Willet Hauser Architectural Glass, Inc about the modernization of stained glass preservation and why educating customers is critical.
You can find more information about Associated Crafts & Willet Hauser Architectural Glass, Inc. on their website at: https://stained-glass-window.us.
Glenn Eldridge ‘The Tinman’ from Chelsea Decorative Metal Co. joined the Practical Preservation podcast to discuss tin ceilings. Chelsea Decorative Metal Co. manufactures tin ceiling panels in a variety of patterns and sizes including Art Deco, Victorian, and Turn of the Century.
You can reach Glenn at: Tin Ceilings by The Tinman : Chelsea Decorative Metal Company or Chelsea Decorative Metal Co. | Facebook or Tinman83@earthlink.net or Tel: 713-721-9200
Gwen Jones and Karla Pearlstein of Ariel Grace Design joined the Practical Preservation podcast to discuss custom floor cloths, Bolling & Co. (a previous podcast guest – Gwen is a co-owner), and the Preservation Artisans Guild.
You can contact Ariel Grace Designs at: 503-206-2631 or info@arielgracedesign.com or by visiting their website: Custom Floorcloth Makers | Painted Canvas Rugs | Canvas Floorcloths | – Ariel Grace Design
Bo Sullivan joined the Practical Preservation podcast to discuss a long career in preservation and his two companies Bolling & Co. (period style wallpaper as art) and Arcalus Period Design
On this week’s episode of the Practical Preservation Podcast we spoke with Mindy Crawford, Executive Director of Preservation Pennsylvania. We discussed the role of the preservation office and the importance of local advocacy in protecting historic buildings.
You can find more information on Preservation Pennsylvania and membership opportunities on their website.
On this week’s episode we speak with Neil Rippingale of NR Stonecraft about the history and craft of dry stone. You can contact Neil via email at neilrippingale@aol.com. On this week’s episode we speak with Neil Rippingale of NR Stonecraft about the history and craft of dry stone. You can contact Neil via email...Read More
Rory Brennan of Plaster Magic joined the podcast today to discuss his unique products and why repairing is often a better (and easier!) option than replacing, especially when it comes to plaster. You can find Plaster Magic products on their website: https://plastermagic.com, and you can contact the office via email at info@plastermagic.com, or by phone...Read More
This week on the Practical Preservation Podcast we spoke with Sarah Marsom, Heritage Resource Consultant. We discussed how changes in communication during the pandemic have opened up resources to those who may not have been able to access them before and why inclusive storytelling is important to preservation. We also discussed the importance of salary...Read More
On this week’s episode, we spoke with Alyssa Frystak of PlaceEconomics about the benefits of deconstruction, and how data can be used to preserve historic neighborhoods and affordable housing. You can find Ms. Frystak’s recent papers on these topics on the PlaceEconomics website at: https://www.placeeconomics.com. There, you will also be able to find the Weekend...Read More
This week on the podcast, we spoke with Candacy Taylor of Taylor Made Culture. We discussed The Green Book, and Ms. Taylor’s latest project documenting Green Book sites across the country. We also discussed the importance of place preservation, and why documenting sites that no longer exist is critical to the American story. You can...Read More
This week on the Practical Preservation Podcast we spoke with Katia McGuirk of Moravian Pottery and Tileworks. Katia talked about the history of Moravian and how tile making technology has evolved to adapt to health standards and environmentally safe practices. We also discussed skilled workforce development and the need to inspire a new workforce of...Read More
This week on the Practical Preservation Podcast we spoke with Matthew Metcalf of the Bucks County Community College Historic Preservation program, and Natalie Henshaw of the Campaign for Historic Trades and Preservation Maryland. Our discussion focused on workforce development in the historic trades, and how to bridge the labor gap in our industry. You can...Read More
On this week’s episode we spoke with Lisa Oestreicher of Oestreicher Architectural Paint Research. Lisa discussed methods of paint research as well as how changes in a home’s paint often indicates historic events in the home such as marriages, celebrations, or new ownership. We also discussed the importance of picking an accurate paint color as...Read More
This week on the Practical Preservation Podcast, Michael Edison of Edison Coatings joined us to discuss how he broke into the field of historic preservation with a degree in chemical engineering. Michael discussed the importance of a well educated staff and why technical trainings are in everyone’s best interest. We also discussed how the field...Read More
This week Kevin Ritter of Timeless Kitchen Cabinetry joined the Practical Preservation Podcast to discuss his craft of custom cabinetry, common mistakes homeowners make when replacing cabinetry in their historic homes, and why to use natural materials in your historic home. You can find Timeless Kitchen Cabinetry online at http://www.tkcabinetry.com, or on Instagram @timeless_kitchen_cabinetry. This...Read More
This week Danielle spoke with Kevin Miller of Energy Auditors, LLC. Listen in for information about why to have an energy audit done for your home. Kevin discusses why to be wary of “free” home audits, and common mistakes home owners make when deciding to improve the energy efficiency of their home. We also discussed...Read More
On this week’s episode, Storm Cunningham of the RECONOMICS Institute, joined our discussion. Storm is an author, keynoter, publisher, and advisor, who specializes in the community and regional revitalization process. Storm and Danielle discussed the economics of restoration, and the importance of viewing revitalization as systems, instead of projects. You can contact Storm via his...Read More
On this week’s episode we spoke with Aubern Mason, an artist who has dedicated her career to historically accurate paint replication. Aubern discussed the intricacies involved in matching colors and styles when painting historic homes and buildings. You can find Aubern on Instagram, Facebook, and Etsy. If your historic property was damaged in the...Read More
This week we spoke with Matthew Christopher of Abandoned America about his photography of abandoned buildings, and how photographs play a role in the preservation of historic places. You can find the Abandoned America website at www.abandonedamerica.us. If you work in restoration and have access to abandoned places you can contact Matthew at admin@abandonedamerica.org about...Read More
This week we spoke with Sam Pardue of Indow Windows and discussed how innovation can benefit preservation. Sam and Danielle also discussed the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion in the preservation workspace. You can find Indow Windows on their website or by phone at 503-284-2260. This week we spoke with Sam Pardue of Indow...Read More
This week we spoke with Barbara Pierce and CJ Hurley of CJ Hurley Century Arts about the Arts and Crafts movement, preservation, and the joining of art and home. This week we spoke with Barbara Pierce and CJ Hurley of CJ Hurley Century Arts about the Arts and Crafts movement, preservation, and the joining...Read More
This week’s episode features Joe Jenkins of the Slate Roof Warehouse, we discussed the history of slate roofing, common mistakes in slate roof maintenance and how to avoid them. If you have interest in learning more about slate roofing make sure to check out Joe’s training center at www.slaterooftrainingcenter.com where you can take classes from...Read More
Josh Coleman and Mike Eenigenburg of Lancaster County Timber Frames Inc. joined us this week to discuss their work in traditional building and timber framing, including hidden gems in historic work, and how to accurately restore or replace framing while adjusting to new codes and requirements. You can find Lancaster Timber Frames on their website....Read More
This week we spoke with John Lindtner of Building Preservation Services about his journey from an MBA grad to a restoration specialist and the importance of preserving historic windows. You can find John on Facebook or his website, and contact him by phone at 302-983-4056 or by email at buildingpreservationservices@gmail.com. This week we spoke with...Read More
On this episode of Practical Preservation, we speak with Don Foster of Masonry Cosmetics Inc. about his career in masonry and the art of brick making. On this episode of Practical Preservation, we speak with Don Foster of Masonry Cosmetics Inc. about his career in masonry and the art of brick making.
This week we spoke with Matt Fisher of Reading Blue Mountain and Northern Railroad about the history and current operations of this private railroad servicing eastern Pennsylvania. This week we spoke with Matt Fisher of Reading Blue Mountain and Northern Railroad about the history and current operations of this private railroad servicing eastern Pennsylvania.
Amy Heavilin of Vivacious Victorian joined the Practical Preservation podcast to discuss documenting the restoration of multiple homes! Amy shares her lessons learned from multiple restoration projects including: know your limits, ask questions, and find local people to build your resource list. If you are looking for inspiration for your project visit Amy’s blog (after...Read More
John High of Barn Saver joined the Practical Preservation podcast to discuss his work recycling barns. He shared that 30% of our waste is construction by recycling either through architectural salvage or moving the barn he is helping to keep these pieces of history out of the landfill. John’s wife, Linda Oatman High, wrote a...Read More
Timothy Essig of the Landis Valley Village and Farm Museum joined the Practical Preservation podcast to discuss the vision and interpretation of the Landis’ Brothers collection of Pennsylvania German Heritage. The goal of the Landis’ Brothers, “to preserve the vanishing culture” helped to create a farmstead to help show Pennsylvania German Heritage from 1740-1940 focused...Read More
Tom Brennan, co-founder of The Green Garage and the El Moore, in Detroit, MI, joined the Practical Preservation Podcast to discuss these properties as innovative examples of sustainable working and living spaces. We covered multiple topics, including: Background information about Tom and his wife and co-founder Peggy, and how they came to initiate and complete...Read More
John O’Brien, Director of West Chester, PA’s Business Improvement District, and Jim Brown, Vice-President of Historic Preservation Trust of Lancaster County, in Lancaster, PA, joined the Practical Preservation Podcast to discuss their organization’s respective responses to COVID-19. We covered multiple topics, including: Background information about John and Jim, and on both West Chester PA Business...Read More
THIS IS A RE-POST OF A PODCAST INTERVIEW WE ORIGINALLY POSTED February 2019: Susan Dippre from Susan Dippre Designs joined the Practical Preservation podcast to discuss how working at Colonial Williamsburg combined her love of history and landscaping. She has recently begun her own company to provide the general public with Williamsburg inspired designs from...Read More
Becky LaBarre, executive director of Renfrew Museum and Park, located in Waynesboro, PA, joined the Practical Preservation Podcast to discuss the site, as well as special Christmas events. We covered multiple topics, including: Becky’s background, including how growing up near Greenfield Village sparked her early interest in History and Preservation The history and preservation story...Read More
John Renne, Ph.D., AICP, professor in the department of Urban and Regional Planning at Florida Atlantic University, located in Boca Raton, FL, joined the Practical Preservation Podcast to discuss the ways in which urban planning, transit oriented development and historic preservation intersect. We covered multiple topics, including: John’s academic background and how work with his...Read More
Mike Kennedy of Lower City Joinery, located in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada, joined the Practical Preservation Podcast to discuss his custom woodworking business. We covered multiple topics, including: How home improvement shows served as Mike’s original inspiration to do woodworking Mike’s varied background in the industry, from working for a new-build window and door manufacturing company...Read More
Kaitlin O’Shea of Preservation in Pink, joined the Practical Preservation Podcast to discuss her blog and how preservation is a part of so much of everyday life. We covered multiple topics, including: Kaitlin’s desire growing up to live in a walkable neighborhood, and how she eventually connected that to preservation Kaitlin’s varied experiences as a...Read More
Tim Freund of Lancaster Cemetery in Lancaster, PA, joined the Practical Preservation Podcast to discuss the history, preservation, and ongoing use of the cemetery. We covered multiple topics, including: How Tim’s living in close proximity to the cemetery coupled with his civic-mindedness inspired his current membership on the cemetery board The challenges of maintaining any...Read More
Sam McKelvey and Alice French – executive director and director of education – of the Menokin Foundation in Warsaw, VA, joined the Practical Preservation Podcast to discuss their preservation project, and the Foundation’s many services. We covered multiple topics, including: Sam and Alice’s respective backgrounds in history, preservation, and related fields, and how working at...Read More
Bruce Bomberger, Ph.D., archivist and librarian at the Lebanon County Historical Society in Lebanon (Lebanon County), PA, joined the Practical Preservation Podcast to discuss the Lebanon County Historical Society’s resources and services. We covered multiple topics, including: Bruce’s varied background in many areas of history, from archaeology to former curator of Landis Valley Museum The...Read More
Chris Vera, president of the Columbia Historic Preservation Society in Columbia (Lancaster County), PA, joined the Practical Preservation Podcast to discuss Columbia history, legends, and lore. We covered multiple topics, including: Chris’s background as a child growing up in Columbia, whose passion for local history developed from working for elderly neighbors – people who preserved...Read More
Bill Callahan, the Western, PA Community Preservation Coordinator for the Pennsylvania State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO is a bureau within the PA Historical and Museum Commission) in Pittsburgh, PA, joined the Practical Preservation Podcast to discuss the state organization’s myriad services. We covered multiple topics, including: Bill’s background, including how exposure to the negative impacts of...Read More
Dominique Hawkins, founder and managing principal of Preservation Design Partnership based in Philadelphia, PA, joined the Practical Preservation Podcast to discuss flood mitigation in historic areas. We covered multiple topics, including: Dominique’s background in design, architecture, and historic preservation, including her early career transition from architecture for housing developments to the world of historic preservation,...Read More
Briana Grosicki, associate principal of PlaceEconomics based in Washington, D.C., joined the Practical Preservation Podcast to discuss the economic benefits of preservation. We covered multiple topics, including: Briana’s background, including growing up regularly visiting local battlefields in Virginia, volunteering with her main street district as a teen, to working with Donovan Rypkema Briana’s additional roles...Read More
April C. Thomas, proprietor and sole designer of Fashions Revisited, and Director of the Historic Foodways Program for the Northern York County Historical and Preservation Society (NYCHAPS) in Dillsburg, PA, joined the Practical Preservation Podcast to discuss her fashion business and the foodways program. We covered multiple topics, including: April’s background, including growing up working...Read More
Bill Morrow, president of Langhorne Carpet Company in Penndel, PA, joined the Practical Preservation Podcast to discuss the company’s history and current operations. We covered multiple topics, including: Bill’s family’s background in the carpet-making business, founding Langhorne Carpet Company in 1930 Henry Ford’s connection to the mill The company’s basis on heritage and tradition –...Read More
Mike Emery, site administrator of Cornwall Iron Furnace in Cornwall (Lebanon County), PA – joined the Practical Preservation Podcast to discuss the museum’s history and current operations. We covered multiple topics, including: Mike’s own deep roots – growing up in Pennsylvania, as well as working in several local museum positions in Pennsylvania – which inspired...Read More
Jack and Jessica Meyer – father-daughter owners of White Chimneys in Gap (Lancaster County), PA – joined the Practical Preservation Podcast to discuss their property’s history and their business. We covered multiple topics, including: The Meyers’ realization of their historic preservation values through the purchase and renovation of White Chimneys over the past 15 years...Read More
Adam Zurn, founder of Uncharted Lancaster, joined the Practical Preservation Podcast to discuss his website’s dual function as an educational and adventure tool. We covered multiple topics, including: How his background as a child of the 1980s influenced his curious, adventurous side, and the inspiration for Uncharted Lancaster How Uncharted Lancaster includes “adventures” with directions...Read More
Jeffrey Marshall, the president of Heritage Conservancy in Bucks County, Pennsylvania, joined the Practical Preservation Podcast to discuss the organization’s mission and work conserving and preserving a combination of natural and cultural heritage resources in Southeastern Pennsylvania. We covered multiple topics, including: Jeffrey’s background combining his lifelong loves of nature, history, and architecture with his graduate...Read More
Lindsey Bennett of KIZ Resources, LLC, joined the Practical Preservation Podcast to discuss the company’s tax credit transfer services. We covered multiple topics, including: Origins of the company – originally named for the Keystone Innovation Zone Tax Credit (KIZ) – and their focus on state and federal tax credit transfers for businesses Their specialized services...Read More
Steve Larson, principal at Adelphi Paper Hangings, joined the Practical Preservation Podcast to discuss his work recreating historic block print wallpaper. We covered multiple topics, including: Steve’s background growing up with access to his father’s paint and wallpaper store, and his art school projects using wallpaper How a project on block print wallpaper at the...Read More
Jymm Hoffman, blacksmith and owner of Hoffman’s Forge, joined the Practical Preservation Podcast to discuss his work as a blacksmith and historical consultant. We covered multiple topics, including: His background, including how reenacting sparked his interest in preservation How he maintains historical-accuracy wherever possible, and his research-findings including the diverse skills and jobs of historical blacksmiths...Read More
Ahmed Zidan of Hollander Glass joined the Practical Preservation Podcast to discuss the company’s restoration/historic branch, Hollander Historic. We covered multiple topics, including: The company’s background and the history of glass-making The company’s services, primarily as specialty glass fabricators and distributors Hollander’s historic line of restoration window glass, including glass appropriate to periods over the...Read More
Bob Yapp – noted preservationist, teacher, and consultant – joined the Practical Preservation Podcast to discuss his extensive work and experiences in the field of preservation. We covered multiple topics, including: Bob’s background in preservation, from being a school-aged child whose father taught him what it means to be the steward of an old home,...Read More
Robert Blackson, Director of Temple Contemporary Tyler School of Art and Architecture at Temple University in Philadelphia, joined the Practical Preservation Podcast to discuss the Vital Signs Project. We covered many things, including: Robert’s background as a curator and belief that “culture is something that civilizes us.” The history of sign-painting for advertisement purposes, including...Read More
Julie Fitzpatrick and Mary Tate, Executive Director and Field Services Coordinator of Pennsylvania Downtown Center, joined the Practical Preservation Podcast to discuss the nonprofit organization’s mission and services. We covered a multitude of topics including: Julie and Mary’s backgrounds in related fields How the mainstreet methodology remains relevant, particularly when addressing current issues and “creating...Read More
Patricia O’Donnell and Gregory De Vries, founder and managing partner of Heritage Landscapes, joined the Practical Preservation Podcast to discuss their preservation landscape architecture and planning firm. We covered a multitude of topics including: How their diverse educational backgrounds enabled them to forge their current careers in a niche industry Terminology including “landscaping” vs. “landscape...Read More
Samuel C. Slaymaker, III, Executive Director of Rock Ford Plantation in Lancaster, PA, joined the Practical Preservation Podcast to discuss the museum and property’s history, services, and events. We covered a multitude of topics including: Samuel’s background and what led him to his current role of director, including growing up in his ancestral home, itself...Read More
Noel Beauchamp, of Olde Good Things, joined the Practical Preservation podcast to discuss the company’s architectural salvage services. We covered a multitude of topics including: The company’s background and evolution from selling small items to large architectural pieces (it started with an iron gate from Brooklyn) How they approach rescuing architectural materials to stay ahead...Read More
Kevin Sullivan, insurance agent at National Trust Insurance Services, LLC, joined the Practical Preservation podcast to discuss unique, historically-focused insurance services offered by the company. We covered a multitude of topics including: The insurance company’s inception by the National Trust for Historic Preservation in 2003, due to a significant lack of insurance options specific to...Read More
Amalia Leifeste and Barry Stiefel, authors of Sustainable Heritage: Merging Environmental Conservation and Historic Preservation, joined the Practical Preservation podcast to discuss their book and information about their work in historic preservation and sustainability. We covered a multitude of topics including: Their respective backgrounds, as well as catalysts for their interest in the intersection of...Read More
Lisa Craig, principal of the Craig Group, joined the Practical Preservation podcast to discuss information about her work in historic preservation and specifically resilience planning. We covered a multitude of topics including: Her diverse background and 30+ years of experience in all aspects of historic preservation, and how “water being the enemy of any historic...Read More
Rabbit Goody, owner, designer, and master weaver of Thistle Hill Weavers, joined the Practical Preservation podcast to discuss information about her background in weaving, and museum curation and consultation. We covered a multitude of topics including: Rabbit’s interwoven skill-sets and background, starting with her intuitive skills as a teen-aged weaver, and her academic backgrounds in...Read More
Patricia Cove, of Architectural Interiors and Design, joined the Practical Preservation podcast to discuss information about her background in interior design and her company’s specialization in renovation, restoration, and adaptive re-use. We covered a multitude of topics including: How she evolved in her career, beginning as an English teacher, and moving on to follow her...Read More
Craig Meyer, of the UNICO System, joined the Practical Preservation podcast to discuss information about the company’s history and current business in HVAC (heating, ventilation, and air conditioning). We covered a multitude of topics including: His background in marketing, business development, and engineering UNICO’s inception as a family-owned contracting business and American success-story with more...Read More
Dan Godfrey, of RLPS Architects, joined the Practical Preservation podcast to discuss information about the firm and the recent adaptive reuse project at the Wilbur Chocolate Factory in Lititz, PA. We covered a multitude of topics including: His background in architecture The wide geographical and type of project scope of RLPS How the adaptive reuse...Read More
Robert Chickey of Bespoke-Finish, his wood-finishing company, joined the Practical Preservation podcast to discuss information about his consulting business and his specialization in creating accurate, long-lasting wood-finishing work for restoration and preservation projects. We covered a multitude of topics including: His background in the construction industry and how dissatisfaction with modern techniques and finishes underscored...Read More
THIS IS A RE-POST OF A PODCAST INTERVIEW WE ORIGINALLY POSTED March 2019: Greg Huber from Eastern Barn Consultants and Past Perspectives joined the Practical Preservation podcast to discuss: How barn styles varied from region to region What makes barn construction unique The type of barn Danielle had never heard of We also discussed the...Read More
Jobie Hill, the founder of The Saving Slave Houses Project, joined the Practical Preservation podcast to discuss information about her project’s origins and ongoing projects, as well as future growth. We covered a multitude of topics including: Her background in multiple fields related to preservation and what triggered her interest in saving slave houses How...Read More
Dwayne Siever, founder of The Real Milk Paint Company, joined the Practical Preservation podcast to discuss information about his historic preservation- and earth-friendly paint, wood finish, and wax business. We covered a multitude of topics including: How his background in wood-working, repairing antique furniture and creating antique reproductions eventually led to an interest in finishes...Read More
THIS IS A RE-POST OF A PODCAST INTERVIEW WE ORIGINALLY POSTED February 2019: John Goodenberger and Lucien Swerdloff from the Clatsop Community College’s Historic Preservation and Restoration program joined the Practical Preservation Podcast to discuss: The collaborative approach their program uses to deal with the contractor storage Sustainable building (viewing historic buildings as resources to...Read More
THIS IS A RE-POST OF A PODCAST INTERVIEW WE ORIGINALLY POSTED January 2019: Chad Martin from Partners for Sacred Places met with me to discuss the work he does helping to preserve religious buildings from demolition through adaptive reuse and the creation of community resources. Some of the topics we discussed include: The economic impact...Read More
THIS IS A RE-POST OF A PODCAST INTERVIEW WE ORIGINALLY POSTED FEBRUARY 2019: John Walters from LeWalt Consulting Groupe joined me to discuss how tax strategies can help with land and property preservation efforts. We covered: How to use easements (the only ironclad vehicle to protect a building) Energy tax credits (and new solar roofing...Read More
Gabe Matyiko, vice president of Expert House Movers of MD, Inc. and a 3rd generation expert in structural moving, joined the Practical Preservation podcast to discuss information about the family’s house and structural moving business. We covered a multitude of topics including: The origins of the company, and how Gabe came back to his family’s...Read More
Cory Van Brookhoven and Lowell Wenger of Lititz Historical Foundation joined the Practical Preservation podcast to discuss information about the museum and general Lititz history. We covered a multitude of topics including: The Moravian origins of the town, including town regulations about who could live in the town proper and rules against taverns or dancing...Read More
Scott T. Hanson of Your Historic House joined the Practical Preservation podcast to discuss his book, Restoring Your Historic House, the result of 4 years of hard work and dedication to present a practical and comprehensive guide for historic homeowners. We covered a multitude of topics including: How the present-day Conway Scenic Railroad and train...Read More
Steven Bohnet of Bohnet Electric Co. joined the Practical Preservation podcast to discuss his 113 year old family business of electric contracting and a lighting showroom that also features light fixture restoration and lamp repair. We covered a multitude of topics including: The pros and cons of the Corporate (commerical) versus Non-Profit restoration/preservation projects Why...Read More
David Trowbridge from the Clio app joined the Practical Preservation podcast to discuss his Wikipedia-like local history depository. The Clio app began as a classroom project and has grown to over 32,000 historical entries with 5,000 daily users! Users can add local history sites, walking tours, source documents, and an augmented reality time capsule entry...Read More
Stephen McNair of Mc Nair Historic Preservation joined the Practical Preservation podcast to share with us his experiences and the services his firm provides. Listen to learn: Potential issues with historic tax credits Trends in adaptive reuse Economic incentives for commerical use preservation projects The biggest obstacles and challenges for planning historic projects Contact: Website...Read More
Happy Halloween! A little deviation from our usual Practical Preservation podcast episode – Sean Wagner from Mason Dixon Paranormal Society was interviewed to discuss their paranormal investigations. Sean has been involved in over 200 investigations (and is now trying to find Big Foot with the Central Pennsylvania Investigators). If you are wondering what a typical...Read More
Charles Flickinger from Flickinger Glassworks joined the Practical Preservation podcast to discuss his business and career as an artisan. Our conversation varied from minimalist living to repairing curved glass of the Statute of Liberty flame. Curved glass is a speciality, niche business and Charles has collected over 4,000 steel molds from different projects (I learned...Read More
Catherine Brooks from Eco-Strip, the exclusive US distributor of the Speedheater Paint Removal System, joined the Practical Preservation podcast to discuss her company which allowed her to bring together her passion for the environment and public health. The Speedheater is different from other heat-based paint removal systems because it heats the paint using InfraRed...Read More
Joe McCormick, realtor, joined the Practical Preservation podcast to discuss real estate and historic homes. We discussed: Tips for historic home buyers and sellers How to choose a real estate agent for your historic home search or listing Why older properties are good values for real estate taxes Understanding any regulations that may impact...Read More
After our Practical Preservation event in June at Lancaster History I reached out to our contact to see if they would have someone share their resources for researching house histories on the Practical Preservation Podcast. Kevin Shue joined the podcast and shared his more than 30 years of experience working with the collection at Lancaster...Read More
Matt Barley joined the Practical Preservation podcast to discuss the work of Lancaster County Preservation Trust and his preservation philosophy. Some of the highlights of our discussion were: The Andrew Ellicott House and the Lancaster connection to Lewis and Clark The 10 hour house on South Prince Street in Lancaster Trends in preservation – video...Read More
Dr. Lori joined the Practical Preservation podcast to discuss her passion for helping people discover the treasures within their families. Jonathan and I meet her at a LNP (the Lancaster Newspaper) antique appraisal (you can watch that video here). When I reached out to Dr. Lori about an interview on the podcast she was so...Read More
Andy deGruchy joined the Practical Preservation podcast to discuss his Craftwork Training Center, the historic masonry contracting and supply business and his philosophy of the body, mind, and spirit working together to create art. His 35 years of experience as a mason was highlighted as he explained his dive into the material science world and...Read More
William Woys Weaver joined the Practical Preservation podcast to discuss his research into food history and how it lead him back to his grandparents garden and forgotten heirloom seeds. This episode combines my love of food and history. The intersection of the two tells our collective stories and reflects the values of the time period...Read More
Gina Douty joined the Practical Preservation podcast to share with us her over 30 years of historic preservation experience. Having worked in both the public and private sectors she brings a variety of experiences and knowledge to the discussion (we had a great conversation after we finished the recording about her early experiences as a...Read More
Sharon Hanby-Robie joined the Practical Preservation podcast to discuss her interior design philosophy, her new brand of home furnishings “Home by SHR“, how color influences our emotions (it is the second strongest emotional trigger with scent being the first). Throughout her over forty year career in interior design Sharon has ‘reinvented’ herself many times (successfully)...Read More
Wes Swanson joined the Practical Preservation podcast to discuss historic brick making, lime based mortar, and his journey to preservation through his love of history. We discussed a variety of topics related to historic masonry including: The difference between modern and historic bricks, how they get their color, and what they are made of His...Read More
Michael Cuba from the Timber Framers Guild joined the Practical Preservation podcast to discuss: Timber framing, of course, but also the differences between modern and repair/preservation techniques. I had never thought about building timber frames in earthquake prone areas…they have the engineering figured out for that! Learning using hand tools to insure you understand how...Read More
Lauren Dillion of Master of Plaster joined the Practical Preservation podcast to discuss: Her introduction to plaster as an art form The different types of plaster (I really didn’t know there were so many) – lime (there are different types of lime!), gypsum, and clay Lauren answered all of my lime wash questions Plus you...Read More
Robert Young, PhD of the University of Utah’s College of Architecture + Planning joined the Practical Preservation podcast to discuss the intersection of sustainability and preservation. During our discussion we discussed how stewardship of existing buildings is the ultimate green building (plus it is large scale recycling). Some of the other topics we discussed are:...Read More
John Stahl of Next Generation Systems joined the Practical Preservation podcast to discuss his epoxy system, preservation contracting experience and services, plus his window evaluation program of surveying, documenting, and providing recommendations to building owners. A Practical Preservation first – John launched his new product ‘on the air’ – cold weather epoxy for wood: Contact...Read More
This week on the Practical Preservation podcast Jonathan and Danielle answer the older home maintenance questions posed by our listeners. Water infiltration through masonry walls – how it is getting in to the building and damaging the mortar, options to stop storm water, and why is your plaster crumbing Paint – preparation is key, lead...Read More
Greg Huber from Eastern Barn Consultants and Past Perspectives joined the Practical Preservation podcast to discuss: How barn styles varied from region to region What makes barn construction unique The type of barn Danielle had never heard of We also discussed the services Greg offers documenting barns and researching house histories, the barn tours and...Read More
Judith Broeker from Adventures in Preservation joined the Practical Preservation podcast for this episode. AiP is a non-profit organization that promotes heritage tourism by combining travel, new skills, and community intuitive. They organize travel to various locations (in the United States and Europe scheduled for 2019) to work with skilled craftspeople on a preservation site...Read More
Susan Dippre from Susan Dippre Designs joined the Practical Preservation podcast to discuss how working at Colonial Williamsburg combined her love of history and landscaping. She has recently begun her own company to provide the general public with Williamsburg inspired designs from natural materials. Contact information: dippresusan@gmail.com Williamsburg Farmers Market Bio: Susan Dippre began her...Read More
John Goodenberger and Lucien Swerdloff from the Clatsop Community College’s Historic Preservation and Restoration program joined the Practical Preservation Podcast to discuss: The collaborative approach their program uses to deal with the contractor storage Sustainable building (viewing historic buildings as resources to be preserved) Their combination of teaching both theory and hands-on preservation (very practical)...Read More
Jay Reyher from Quanta Panel joined the Practical Preservation podcast to discuss: How they began producing storm windows The technology behind their system Why saving your original windows makes sense from an engineering standpoint Quanta Panel’s tagline is, “You don’t need brand-new windows. Your windows need brand-new technology.” We couldn’t agree more…and it helps that...Read More
John Walters from LeWalt Consulting Groupe joined me to discuss how tax strategies can help with land and property preservation efforts. We covered: How to use easements (the only ironclad vehicle to protect a building) Energy tax credits (and new solar roofing options for historic buildings) Rehabilitation tax credits for income producing properties John’s contact...Read More
Alison Hardy from Window Woman of New England joins me to discuss the state of window restoration. If you’d ever wondered what preservationist discuss this episode is for you. We discuss: Can your windows be saved or are they really beyond repair? Repair vs. Replacement mindset The education process to combat the replacement window marketing...Read More
Chad Martin from Partners for Sacred Places met with me to discuss the work he does helping to preserve religious buildings from demolition through adaptive reuse and the creation of community resources. Some of the topics we discussed include: The economic impact of preservation. How the work Partners for Sacred Places allows congregations and parishes...Read More