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The James Weldon Johnson Writing Cabin: A Legacy Preserved

Preserving a small building with a big meaning. James Weldon Johnson's Writing Cabin (Spectrum News 1/Breanna Steele) Nestled in the serene hills of Great Barrington, Massachusetts, the James Weldon Johnson Writing Cabin stands as a testament to the enduring legacy of one of America’s most influential literary and civil rights figures. Johnson, a poet, novelist, diplomat, and civil rights activist, used this rustic retreat as a sanctuary for contemplation, creativity and writing. It was here that he penned some of his most influential works. Works that shaped the discourse on race and justice in America. Rufus Jones and Jill Rosenberg-Jones…

The First Presbyterian Church, a.k.a. Fish Church, of Stamford, Connecticut

The First Presbyterian Church of Stamford, Connecticut, affectionately nicknamed "Fish Church" after its distinctive fish-shaped design, stands as a testament to innovative modernist architecture. Completed in 1958, the church is renowned for its striking Dalle de Verre stained glass windows and bold, ornate concrete structure. It is listed on the Connecticut State Register of Historic Places. In 2021, it was designated a National Historic Landmark in January 2021. First Presbyterian (Fish) Church of Stamford courtesy of Church website The First Presbyterian Church of Stamford is a singular example of foremost American architect Wallace K. Harrison’s neo-Expressionist approach to Modern architecture. To see…

The Abattoir at Ottis State Forest Farm, Lower Spectacle Pond

One of our very notable projects this year has been the Abattoir at the Ottis State Forest Farm on Lower Spectacle Pond in Sandisfield, Massachusetts. This building was once part of the privately owned Spectacle Pond Farm, located within Otis State Forest. The Abattoir is a significant historical structure that dates back nearly two centuries. It is one of the few remaining examples of its kind in the state of Massachusetts. What is an Abattoir? We preservationists like to pretty things up when we can. Sometimes, a French word is perfect when the English equivalent is unpleasant. This is a…

Energy Analysis: Original Wood Windows versus Replacement Windows

What's the real cost of replacement windows? We think there are so many reasons to save original wood windows versus replacing them. Unfortunately, the advertisements of replacement window companies are loud, and claims of the money that can be saved in energy costs are vehement. What isn’t mentioned is the fact that replacement windows won’t last long enough to make that savings legitimate, or all the embodied energy costs that are involved in the replacement window process. When you dig a little deeper, is it really a savings? We know people like the numbers, so let’s look at some: Single…

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The James Weldon Johnson Writing Cabin: A Legacy Preserved

The First Presbyterian Church, a.k.a. Fish Church, of Stamford, Connecticut

The Abattoir at Ottis State Forest Farm, Lower Spectacle Pond

Energy Analysis: Original Wood Windows versus Replacement Windows

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