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Appropriate awnings for historic buildings.
Repair replacement and new design.
That makes it possible to get an awning that not only protects the building s façade but also complements the structure s original style.
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Please keep this in mind when considering awnings for your historic home.
Preservation brief 44 the use of awnings on historic buildings.
Shed style awnings are the most appropriate for rectangular openings and arched awnings are the most appropriate for arched openings.
Flat metal awnings are appropriate on mid 20 th century storefronts.
Traditionally awnings were installed only where necessary for shade and weather protection.
If awnings already exist on a historic building they should be evaluated to determine whether they are appropriate to the age style and scale of the building using the criteria identified below.
When you buy a new awning for your historic building choose one with a traditional style that is appropriate for your building.
Department of the interior s national park service.
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Avoid applying a bubble concave or convex awning to your building unless you have evidence that your building originally had this style of awning.
In addition the old house journal article references an excellent brief on awnings for historic buildings published by the u s.
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National park service s preservation brief on using awnings on historic buildings.
How to create awnings for historical buildings.
This is what i call overkill.
There is nothing worse than seeing every single fenestration window and door opening covered by an awning.