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From Legacy to Landmark: Why Does Historic Preservation Still Matter?
In a world racing toward the future, it is easy to overlook the quiet power of the past. But historic buildings, those weathered facades, ornate cornices, and timeworn bricks – are more than architectural relics. They are storytellers. They whisper tales of craftsmanship, community, and culture. They remind us of where we came from – and why that still matters.
The Avon Opera Block Building - A Jewel in Avon’s Historic Heart
Preserving the past while designing for the future! NKB’s feature in the Fall 2025 issue of Landmarks Magazine highlights the remarkable transformation of Avon’s Opera Block Building, a cornerstone of the community for over a century.
The Not So Simple Column
A column – just a vertical piece holding up the stuff above it, right? Easy: figure out the load, pick it from a table, and call it a day. Well… yes, but not really. Sometimes "simple" structural elements are anything but simple, and that's exactly why we love them.
Metals Used in Door Hardware
The choice of metal in door hardware directly influences its strength, appearance, and performance. Wrought, cast, and forged metals each provide distinct benefits suited to specific hardware applications. Learn of the advantages and disadvantages of each!
Optimizing Your Projects with Thermography
When surveying a site, there are common tools that are used in the field of architecture. These tools range from a tape measure to a camera, but why not a thermographer? Thermography is the process of acquisition and analysis of thermal information from non-contact thermal imaging devices. NKB has undergone training in the field of thermography, learning how this complex process can be utilized in the field.