Heritage and the Authentic City: March 23, 30 & April 4, 11:
Heritage and the Authentic City: Conservation and Craftsmanship in Sustainable City Building: March 23, 30 & April 4, 11: A Four-part Learning Series Presented by the Hamilton Burlington Society of Architects with support from 
the Ontario Association of Architects: Course Focus: Conservation and reuse are core principles of sustainability. The environmental movement has become a mainstream endeavour and efforts toward more sustainable lifestyle practices are commonplace, all reflective of the emerging attitude towards urban pride. Re-imagined historic buildings and places within our urban landscape are an integral part to creating and celebrating a dynamic and authentic sense of place. Equally important is the quality of contemporary architectural contributions which can also define how the public realm is valued. Socially-focused planning and ecologically thoughtful design, materials and construction methods all provide vibrant, relevant settings for urban life. When exceptional, forward-thinking projects are diligently promoted and carefully executed, they stand testament to an exceptional, forward-thinking and ultimately authentic city. http://hbsarchitects.com See course descriptions under “Read More”.
Sunday March 23rd: 2-5pm Course #1: Sustainability, Conservation and the Emerging Cultural Shift
Sunday March 30th: 2-5pm Course #2: Traditional Craft and Sustainable Design
Friday April 4th : 2-5pm: Course #3: Historic Building Assessment and Reuse
Friday April 11th: 2-5pm. Course #4: Built Heritage and Public Place-making
Cost for each course: $60.00/ HBSA member price, $40.00. Payment at door – register by email: abell@ashleighbell.ca
Sunday March 23rd: 2-5pm Course #1: Sustainability, Conservation and the Emerging Cultural Shift This course aims to address the parallels between environmental and heritage conservation. Speakers will discuss the idea of the “Authentic City” and the emerging attitude towards local culture, sustainable lifestyle practice and the historic cityscape provides a setting that both supports and celebrates this cultural movement. Speaker: Julian Smith
Sunday March 30th: 2-5pm Course #2: Traditional Craft and Sustainable Design: This course aims to promote local skilled craftspeople in heritage or heritage-related trades. A demonstration of woodwork conservation will be held in an adjacent space. A panel of local and specialty craftspeople will lead discussion as to the relationship between authentic, crafted natural/raw materials, quality/longevity of architecture and the sustainable concept of repair versus replacement as it relates to architecture and interior design. Speaker: Walter Furlan Panellists: Drew Skuce, Walter Furlan, Geordie Manchester
Friday April 4th: 2-5pm: Course #3: Historic Building Assessment and Reuse: This course aims to give case studies of best practice conservation and adaptive reuse projects, as well as concurrently support and encourage the emerging attitude towards local culture and sustainable development practice. Speakers: Michael McLelland and Lindsay Reid. Panellists: Cynthia Zahoruk, Drew Hauser, Michael McLelland, Lindsay Reid
Friday April 11th: 2-5pm. Course #4: Built Heritage and Public Place-making: This course aims to shed light on the impact a local community can have on the quality of their public realm. Speakers will discuss Main St. programs, façade improvement programs, etc. and the importance of neighbourhood associations and business improvement areas. Panellists will bring forth discussion on local neighbourhood/ community led organizations and how to maintain authenticity/sense of place in areas while trying to promote revitalization. Speakers: Hans Honegger and Carolyn Butts. Panellists: Carolyn Butts, Hans Honegger, David Derbyshire, Walter Furlan, Gary Santucci.
COST FOR EACH COURSE: $60.00/ HBSA MEMBER PRICE, $40.00. PAYMENT AT THE DOOR – REGISTER BY EMAIL: ASHLEIGH BELL: abell@ashleighbell.ca
PLEASE MAKE CHEQUES PAYABLE TO: THEHAMILTON BURLINGTON SOCIETY OF ARCHITECTS
ALL COURSES WILL BE FILLED ON A FIRST-COME BASIS – PLEASE REGISTER EARLY.
