by Christopher Hewett, PMP | Oct 28, 2018 | Historic Preservation
What sets aside our Old Houses from new houses? History! Old House History to be exact. All Old Houses have a story to tell…one that’s been decades in the making, and told from lives of an almost forgotten era. These stories play out differently...
by Christopher Hewett, PMP | Aug 5, 2018 | Cement Steps, Stone & Masonry, Historic Preservation
Concrete Steps and Stone Walls The topic is concrete steps and stone (wing) wall restoration for your Old House, so don’t miss these 12 vital steps to cement your porch restoration success! Read on to learn more… Background Ok, now usually when we think of...
by Christopher Hewett, PMP | Jul 31, 2018 | Historic Preservation
Old Houses just have a certain charm and character! That’s why Old Houses are so desirable and sought after. For many reasons, we just don’t build houses like we used to! Whether it’s time, or profit driven, loss of trade/ skills/art, we just don’t seem to value...
by Christopher Hewett, PMP | Jun 24, 2018 | Historic Preservation
It’s a new era in Detroit, and as America’s “underdog”, the city is in the fight of its life to rebuild and be reborn. Detroit is determined to beat the odds…and the naysayers! New stadiums, new housing, and neighborhood revitalization are all underway....