Adobe buildings can be made safer in seismic regions without sacrificing character. The key is integrated, compatible reinforcement.

Adobe buildings don’t fail because they’re weak — they fail because they’re misunderstood. Here are the most common repair mistakes and how to avoid them.

True preservation success isn’t flashy. It’s measured in restraint, longevity, and how little the building had to give up to move forward.

Preservation reviews work best when contractors are involved early. Here’s why constructibility insight matters long before construction begins.

Preservation succeeds or fails by the hands that perform it. Skilled craftspeople aren’t optional — they’re the backbone of historic integrity.

Modern systems don’t have to fight historic character. With thoughtful planning, they can disappear into the fabric of the building.

“In-kind” repairs preserve more than appearance — they protect a building’s long-term performance and historic integrity. Here’s why material matching is essential.

Every historic structure carries its own history — if you know how to read the clues. Here’s how early investigation prevents avoidable damage.

Not all contractors are prepared for historic work. Here’s what separates true preservation contractors from general builders who occasionally work on old buildings.

Preservation may look expensive on paper, but authentic repair almost always beats the cost of replacement — financially, historically, and environmentally.

The Secretary of the Interior’s Standards aren’t red tape — they’re the backbone of responsible historic preservation. Here’s why they exist and why we follow them.