“Unfortunately, prior to when historic district protections became law, many homes were impacted by poor renovations that stripped away important architectural elements,” said Chris Kornman, PhD, founder and owner of Entablature. Kornman’s project in Uptown New Orleans was one of them. Bringing Charm and Community Back On Octavia Street, most of the homes were built following the 1884 World’s Fair. As New Orleans style blends French, Spanish and Creole influences, one defining point of the regional vernacular is the front porch. During a past renovation, the original front porch was…
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Second Time Around speaks to a flawless revamp and a larger industry trend The story behind Second Time Around reflects a larger trend in America and the remodeling industry: the silver tsunami. More than 70 million Americans are now aged 65. According to the National Association of REALTORS®, this demographic holds the cards in the housing market and is divided on aging in place, downsizing and some even upsizing. As baby boomers head towards their next chapter, the building and design industry prepares for this monumental shift in consumer demand. …
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