Historic buildings are more than just architectural marvels – they are time capsules that tell the stories of our past. Preserving these historic treasures is not only a matter of cultural significance but also a way to ensure their longevity in the face of environmental challenges, such as flooding. One of the key techniques used […]

Restoring historic homes is a deeply rewarding endeavor. It’s not just about preserving the past but about ensuring that these structures remain functional and beautiful for future generations. One significant aspect of this preservation work is lifting historic homes—a crucial step that helps protect these treasured buildings from the perils of flooding and other environmental […]

Join Gus from Adams and Adams in the latest episode of Joined at the Hip where he tackles the challenge of restoring a two-panel door that has been painted over. Gus takes us through the process step by step, starting with removing the slotted screws from the hinges that have been...

Sustainability through historic preservation Several historic homes have been demolished in Asheville recently. Residents have expressed concern, even outrage at this practice of tearing down the old to build new. At Adams & Adams, we subscribe to the philosophy of Architect Carl Elefante who is the Director of Sustainable Design at Quinn Evans Architects in […]

An upgrade on a historic carriage house in Asheville View our latest installment of “Joined at the Hip” to learn how we updated a historic carriage house while preserving the integrity of its story and its’ history in the both the masonry work and the spiral staircase which we are able to leave intact.

A student publication series by the UNCG Department of Interior Architecture Enter the 3rd Dimension with 3D printing By J.G. Adams, IV If you have ever worked on a historic rehabilitation project you know that sourcing damaged components can prove quite difficult and time consuming. The missing or damaged baseboard or crown molding has not […]