Rosslyn Redux

Tag: Historic Rehabilitation

  • Strapped for Strap Hinges

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    Ashley Grant recommended Sarasota Architectural Salvage as a possible source for two pairs of “antique” early-to-mid 1800s style exterior gate strap hinges Im hoping to purchase for Rosslyn. And Elaine Miller, a friend and contractor whos painted, refinished and tiled Rosslyn over the last couple of years recommended Ball and Ball Antique Hardware or Van…

  • Deconstruction and Reuse is Child’s Play

    Deconstruction and Reuse is Child’s Play

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    Geo Davis
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    Child’s play, you say? Legos are a perfect proof of concept when it comes to children’s instinct to construct and then deconstruct, reuse instead of demolish. Children intuitively understand adaptive reuse: Legos teach reuse at a young age. You build, take apart and rebuild using the same pieces. You wouldn’t throw away your Legos would…