Reduce, Reuse, Deconstruct?
By, Tricia Amato (Lewis) Living in an old house often means remodeling projects, whether replacing a worn-out historic element or putting in a whole new ...
Preservation… Phoenix Style!
By Tricia Amato (Lewis) We all love our historic neighborhoods, and we like to think that there are financial, social, and environmental benefits to living ...
Historic Preservation Rehabilitation Grants Now Available
The city of Phoenix Planning and Development Department’s Historic Preservation Office is pleased to announce the return of grant money availability that could help you ...
STOP! In the Name of History
By Tricia Amato (Lewis) We've all seen them — red, octagonal stickers with the words “STOP WORK” stuck to the windows of homes that are ...
The History of Our Historic Districts
By Tricia Amato (Lewis) Prior to the 1970s, there wasn't much love for our city's historic assets. This was the era of "urban renewal" when ...
To Sandblast or Not to Sandblast Your Brick?
By Tricia Amato (Lewis) Red brick has never been more popular — I mean, who doesn't like the look of exposed brick? Many brick homes ...