Seven Tips for Writing Historic Grant Applications for the Maryland Heritage...
Joe Wojciechowski, AIA, Encore Sustainable Architects (2023 MHAA grant reviewer) This past year, Encore Architect Joe Wojciechowski had the privilege of being selected as a reviewer for Maryland...
View ArticleEaston Mural Reimagines Frederick Douglass in the 21st Century
As most public art is meant to do, the new Frederick Douglass mural in Easton, Maryland encourages conversation, inspires us to ask questions, and moves us emotionally, socially, and spiritually. The...
View ArticleRededication of Restored Asbury United Methodist Church
At the end of 2023, Encore Sustainable Architects was delighted to celebrate with their clients, Historic Easton, and Church members and friends at Asbury United Methodist Church as 12 years of...
View ArticleMenokin: Fiercely Ambitious 18th Century Historic Construction
The Wall Street Journal called the Menokin project “…the most fiercely ambitious historic restoration project in America today.” The project includes stabilizing a National Historic Landmark stone and...
View ArticleDesign vs. Draft: Unraveling What Exactly an Architect Does
Sometimes we get a call for work, and the potential client says, “I need someone to draft some plans”. We can tell immediately that they might be unfamiliar with the full scope of what architects do....
View ArticleOpening a Business in a Historic Building
Owner Ajay Patel, Montgomery County Executive Marc Erlich and Lead Architect Ward Bucher at the grand opening of Clarksburg Beer and Wine in a log cabin, that was built in 1797. Ever hear someone say...
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