HCBA Announces a Full Fall Season of Seminars for Homeowners

Chicago, IL (PRWEB) September 04, 2014

Fall topics and locations:

Living in a Material World: The Importance of Building Deconstruction and Reuse Until recently, Chicago had more tear-downs than any other city in the U.S. While saving and reusing existing buildings is almost always the greenest option, there are options beyond a quick and dirty demolition for entire homes as well as interior renovations. Join preservation and sustainability consultant Carla Bruni to learn about the differences between demolition and deconstruction, why one should care about saving the materials used to build bungalows and other historic homes, and the financial incentives available to offset the cost of deconstruction.

Date/Time: Monday, September 15, 6:00pm Location (North): Austin-Irving Library, 6100 W. Irving Park Rd, 60634

Date/Time: Thursday, September 18, 6:00pm Location (South): Brainerd Library, 1350 W. 89th St, 60620

Expanding Spaces: Attics Julie Liska, of Liska Architects will review how to best use that unfinished attic space in bungalow or vintage homes to maximize living and storage space potential. Her presentation will include related building codes, structural and heating/cooling issues for new second floor spaces as well as considerations for bungalow aesthetics when altering the roof line of homes.

Date/Time: Thursday, September 25, 6:30pm Location (North): Sulzer Regional Library, 4455 N. Lincoln Ave, 60625

Date/Time: Tuesday, September 30, 6:30pm Location (South): Woodson Regional Library, 9525 S Halsted St, 60628

Big Ideas for Small Kitchen Spaces Join Terri Johnson and the AIA Chicago Small Practitioners Group for a presentation on Kitchen Renovations in small spaces. Learn how to work with an architect and gain valuable insight on how to get the most bang for your buck for renovations. From smart efficient design to cabinetry accessories and finish upgradesthis presentation will give the tools to get projects started on the right foot.

Date/Time: Monday, October 6, 6:00pm Location (South): Beverly Library, 1962 W. 95th St, 60643

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HCBA Announces a Full Fall Season of Seminars for Homeowners