Cummings Architects LLC, Ipswich, Massachusetts 01938




Mathew Cummings-architect and James Whidden-woodwright have restored some of the most historically significant 17th and 18th century houses still standing on the North Shore. Hear what these experts can teach you about the restoration process, and how they work closely with each client to “do it right.” Mat and Jim will take you on a virtual tour of a house they recently restored, including: An initial walk-through to assess the scope of work and what could be saved Documenting its architectural history The space use options they discussed with their clients Drawings Repair details, including the choice of materials and tools The construction process itself A question-and-answer period follows the program. If you want to receive information about upcoming programs and other news from Mat and Jim, please send an email and you will be added to the private mailing list. mat@cummingsarchitects.com jw@jameswhiddenwoodwright.com Mat and Jim speaking at the seminar held at the meeting house at The Rebecca Nurse Homestead in November 2007. Photo courtesy of Rex Passion rexpassion.com In conjunction with Ipswich woodright, James Whidden, Mat has developed an educational program on old house restoration that gives audiences a rare opportunity to hear directly from the experts on “how to do it right” — and to ask questions. The hour-long Powerpoint presentation addresses every aspect of a restoration project, including historical documentation, permissions, budget, plans for the use of the building, drawings, and construction. Mat and Jim also discuss how and when to update historical spaces for modern living, or build new additions that retain traditional styles. Mat and Jim present “Old House Restoration” at historical societies, museums, and libraries as a free educational service. Recent audience comments: "Restoring these homes to their former glory of simplicity is an incredible undertaking. It is nice to see such passion and the obvious love you have of your work." "A most enjoyable presentation, filled with information, by two people who love and respect what they do." View the other events for Preservation Week Return to top of page		Mat and Jim discuss details at the Day-Dodge House Ipswich, MA Upcoming events: *Old House Restoration, How To Do It The Right Way.* There are no events planned at this time. Please check back later. Past presentations: Memorial Hall Library Andover, MA 2008 Flint Memorial Library North Reading, MA 2008 Manchester Public Library Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA 2008 Salem Maritime National Historic Site Salem, MA 2008 Winthrop Improvement and Historical Association Winthrop, MA 2008 J.V. Fletcher Library Westford, MA 2008 Lynnfield Historical Society Lynnfield, MA 2008 Boxford Public Library Boxford, MA 2008 Salem Maritime National Hist. Site Salem, MA 2008 Heard House Museum Ipswich, MA 2008 Ipswich Historical Society's Opening Day Ipswich, MA 2008 Ashburnham Historical Society Meetinghouse Ashburnham, MA 2008 Newburyport Preservation Trust and the Custom House Maritime Museum at The Newburyport Library Newburyport, MA 2008 Beverly Historical Society Beverly, MA 2008 Wenham Museum Wenham, MA 2008 Traditional Building Exhibition and Conference Hynes Convention Center Boston, MA 2008 Ipswich Public Library Ipswich, MA 2008 North Andover Hist. Society North Andover, MA 2008 Rebecca Nurse Homestead Danvers, MA 2007