Additional fee, registration required.This 1.5-mile D.C. walking tour will offer architects and structural engineers a practical experience in site surveying, emphasizing the evolution of historic landmarks towards today's accessibility standards—with a bit of competition mixed in. You'll rigorously document architectural and structural discrepancies in a scavenger hunt through the nation's capital.
Join us to hone your field assessment skills as you gain the expertise to seamlessly integrate historic respect with current design and accessibility requirements, further enhancing the industry's approach to adaptive urban development.
Learning Objectives
- Critically evaluate architectural and structural elements of historic sites, identifying areas where inclusivity standards have been integrated or could be improved.
- Apply hands-on techniques to conduct comprehensive site surveys linked to design documents, focusing on both preservation and modern accessibility needs.
- Analyze architectural discrepancies or potential infrastructural concerns, and practice reporting findings in a standardized format.
- Integrate your understanding of historic preservation with contemporary inclusivity demands, formulating adaptive solutions for future architectural challenges.