Cost Engineering Magazine, Vol. 43/No. 6, June 2001
"Aesthetically laid out...expertly written to appeal to all audiences regardless of their technical expertise...a true pleasure to read"


Book Description
An essential reference for architects, contractors, owners, facility managers, developers, city planners--anyone involved in preserving or rehabilitating historic structures. This unique publication combines expert construction cost estimating with project planning and management guidance from some of the best known authorities in historic preservation. Sets forth the special requirements of historic building projects--and shows how to estimate and control their costs. The authors explain: How to determine whether a structure qualifies as historic.
How to evaluate and repair more than 75 historic building materials.
Where to obtain funding and other assistance.
How to properly research, document, and manage the project to meet code, agency, and other special requirements.
How to approach the upgrade of major building systems, including structural, mechanical/electrical, elevators, security systems, and more. With guidance on creating detailed estimates for the work, selecting qualified contractors, and budgeting for future maintenance once the project is complete. Includes over 300 photos and illustrations, current case studies, and sample estimates.


About the Author
The primary authors, Swanke Hayden Connell Architects, are well known for their work on high-profile historic properties, such as the Statue of Liberty and the U.S. Capitol Building, but have also designed and managed a wide range of residential, commercial, municipal, and institutional preservation projects. Other contributors include leading historic preservation authorities from notable design and construction firms across the United States. Several contributors are members of the American Institute of Architects Historic Resources Committee.

FROM THE PUBLISHER

This unique publication combines expert construction cost estimating with project planning and management guidance from some of the best known authorities in historic preservation. The book sets forth the special requirements of historic building projects-and shows how to estimate and control their costs.

The authors explain:
-How to determine whether a structure qualifies as historic.
-Where to obtain funding and other assistance.
-How to evaluate and repair more than 75 historic building materials.
-How to properly research, document, and manage the project to meet code, agency, and other special requirements.
-How to approach the upgrade of major building systems, including structural, mechanical, electrical, elevators, security systems, and more.

With guidance on creating detailed estimated for the work, selecting qualifies contractors, and budgeting for future maintenance once the project is complete. Also includes a current case study, and sample estimates and contract language.

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