Historic Property Management
Faculty
Ernest A. Conrad, P.E., LEED, AP, president, Landmark Facilities Group, Inc., an engineering firm specializing in environmental systems for museums, archives, and historic facilities; LEED-accredited professional; co-author of "Museums, Libraries and Archives Design" in the ASHRAE Handbook
and
Alfonso A. Narvaez, senior associate and principal architectural conservator with the Preservation Technology Group at John Milner Associates, Inc. with experience on preservation projects nationwide; formerly with the National Park Service
Seminar Overview
The physical treatment of a structure is the bottom line in keeping a building standing and in good repair. This nuts-and-bolts seminar addresses how to read your historic structure, search for solutions, and then care for the building envelope. Topics discussed include how to meet basic maintenance requirements; how to replace HVAC, fire, and security systems; and the role of pest management. Learn the fundamentals of hiring contractors, training custodial personnel, and understanding the role of other professionals who work in, on, and around the building. Review the significance of maintenance and disaster plans.
Participants
Maintenance supervisors, facilities and project managers, historic site administrators, preservation architects.
AIA/CES
AIA members will receive 6 learning units each day for designated seminars that meet the criteria for programs in the American Institute of Architects Continuing Education System.
Locations and Dates
- Alexandria, VA
November 12-14, 2008
Cost (see Register for more information)
$525 (6-week advance registration); $575 (regular registration)
On-site and Customized Training
NPI also offers this seminar as an on-site or customized seminar to meet specific organizational needs. Seminars can be tailored to create single- or multiple-day workshops at a location and time convenient to the sponsor. Contact NPI at 703.765.0100 or info@npi.org for further information.