Traditional Masonry Archives

Traditional Masonry Spring 2008

Features
Preservation Education
For some, a historic preservation career means assessing impacts as a consultant. To others, it means repairing deteriorating buildings. Two careers, radically different kinds of training. Where should they go to get it?
by Loretta Hall

Mortar Analysis
The true, uncut story of what happens to your samples at the lab.
by Tomasz Glab

Departments
Architect’s Corner: King Street Station, Seattle Wash.
When ornamental plaster attached to brick masonry walls was found to be damaged, these preservationists stepped up to help.
by Anita Washko and Mark Morden

From the Ground Up: Castello di Amorosa, Calistoga, Calif.
A castle in California? It’s the real thing, thanks to one eccentric man’s lifelong obsession and a crew of crafty masons.
by Stacey Enesey Klemenc

Restoration Case Study: The Ximenez-Fatio House Museum,
Here’s a baroque challenge: Restoring a traditional lime render to an 18th century coquina stone building.
by Patty Miller and Mark Rabinowitz

Training and Events
News