by Ross Cann AIA RA | Apr 30, 2025 | Architectural Design, Architectural Historian Spotlight, Articles, Historical, Newport Architect Spotlight, Newport Spotlight, Professional
The Preservation Society of Newport County (PSNC) stands today as one of America’s foremost architectural preservation organizations, safeguarding a collection of 11 properties that span the rich social and architectural history of Newport, Rhode Island. Its...
by Ross Cann AIA RA | Apr 23, 2025 | Architectural Design, Architectural Historian Spotlight, Articles, Health and Wellness, Historical, Newport Architect Spotlight, Newport Spotlight, Professional, Urban Planning
Arbor Day, a celebration of trees and a call to action for planting them, will be observed this year on April 25. This annual event has a rich history, rooted in one visionary’s concern for the environment and the well-being of future generations. In 1872, Julius...
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...
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...
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...
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...
