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A4 Spotlight: Earth Day

A4 Spotlight: Earth Day

by Ross Cann AIA RA | Apr 16, 2025 | Architectural Design, Architectural Historian Spotlight, Articles, Historical, Newport Architect Spotlight, Newport Spotlight, Professional

Since 1970, Earth Day has been celebrated annually on April 22. This day stands as a vital reminder of our interconnectedness with the planet and the urgent need for environmental stewardship. U.S. Senator Gaylord Nelson, recognizing a growing awareness of...
A4 Spotlight: The Return of the Newport Symposium

A4 Spotlight: The Return of the Newport Symposium

by Ross Cann AIA RA | Apr 9, 2025 | Architectural Design, Architectural Historian Spotlight, Articles, Historical, Newport Architect Spotlight, Newport Spotlight, Professional

After a five-year hiatus, a longstanding scholarly tradition has returned to Newport. On Thursday, April 3, 2025, The Newport Symposium was revived by the Preservation Society of Newport County (PSNC), following its absence from the annual event calendar during the...
A4 Spotlight: The Why and How of Recycling

A4 Spotlight: The Why and How of Recycling

by Ross Cann AIA RA | Apr 2, 2025 | Articles, Climate Change, Health and Wellness, Historical, Professional, Sustainable Design, Technology

The global climate crisis is no longer a distant threat; it is a present reality, marked by extreme weather events, rising sea levels, and disrupted ecosystems. In this context, seemingly mundane practices like recycling and composting become crucial tools in our...
A4 Spotlight: Heat Pumps for Historic Houses

A4 Spotlight: Heat Pumps for Historic Houses

by Ross Cann AIA RA | Mar 20, 2025 | Articles, Climate Change, Health and Wellness, Historical, Professional, Sustainable Design, Technology

Chateau-sur-Mer (Newport, RI) Photo Credits: PSNC The Preservation Society of Newport County has embarked on a significant initiative to modernize the climate control systems within its historic properties, with a focus on achieving both sustainability and material...
A4 Spotlight: AC Retrofit

A4 Spotlight: AC Retrofit

by Ross Cann AIA RA | Mar 12, 2025 | Articles, Climate Change, Health and Wellness, Historical, Professional, Sustainable Design, Technology

Diagram of AC System in Historic Home, Credit: Pinterest   They don’t call climate change “Global warming” for nothing. As the average temperature of the planet increases each year, the need for air-conditioning becomes greater each year. The fact that creating...
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