Documenting History: Measured Drawings for Heritage Buildings

Historic structures rarely have straight lines. At Concept Architectural Designs, we specialize in documenting the irregularities of aging buildings to assist in sensitive restorations and adaptive reuse projects.

HABS Standards and Digital Accuracy

Our historic measured drawings adhere to the Historic American Buildings Survey (HABS) standards where required. We focus on:

• Hand-carved architectural ornamentation and material transitions.
• Structural deformation and settling patterns often missed by simple tape measures.
• Creating a high-fidelity digital record for future generations.

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Ensuring every detail of a heritage building is digitally preserved before restoration begins.

Conclusion

By creating a high-fidelity digital record, Concept Architectural Designs helps architects preserve the soul of a building while updating it for standards. View our full range of measured drawings services.

4. Documenting History (Historic Preservation)

The Process Breakdown:

1. Heritage Research: Reviewing existing historical records and preservation requirements.
2. Non-Invasive Documentation: Using methods that do not disturb or damage fragile historic surfaces.
3. Detail Capture: Documenting ornate moldings, unique masonry, and irregular structural shifts.
4. Archival Formatting: Creating drawings that meet national heritage or local landmark standards.

FAQ:

• Q: Why is documentation vital for historic restoration?
  • A: It ensures that any repairs or modifications maintain the original architectural integrity and satisfy preservation boards.
• Q: Can you document buildings that are structurally unsound?
  • A: Yes, our remote laser scanning allows us to document dangerous areas from a safe distance.

Case Study Summary:

• [PROJECT SPOTLIGHT: Heritage Building Documentation in Boston, MA]
  • (Insert 2-3 sentences here later about preserving a landmark's architectural history).

Service Areas: Providing professional architectural designs and measured surveys across Memphis (TN), Atlanta (GA), Central Florida (FL), and Boston (MA). We also specialize as an online architectural consultant, offering Virtual Design Services and remote measured drawings for projects nationwide.

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