The Modern Era in the United States is typically defined as the period from 1930 through the 1970s. Buildings from this period often feature clean lines, open floor plans, and large windows and are distinguished by their embrace of the technology of the era. Materials such as steel, glass, and reinforced concrete were frequently used. As these buildings age, and as performance expectations of occupants change, modernist building owners and stewards can face complicated decisions regarding repair, renovation, and/or replacement of the historic facade elements.
In this complimentary, one-hour webinar, engineers Martina Driscoll and Mark Schmidt, architect Bryan Rouse, and historic preservationist Becky Wong examine the glass elements of modernist buildings and, through project case studies, discuss the tradeoffs between increased performance (including aesthetics and durability) and historic preservation.
By the end of the webinar, you will be able to:
- Identify character-defining features of glazing used in modernist structures
- Understand the history of architectural glass
- Describe the current industry definitions of "safety glass"
- Explain trade-offs between historic glass retention/conservation versus replacement
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