The iconic architect Frank Gehry once contemplated his profession by declaring, “Architecture should speak of its time and place, but yearn for timelessness.” But for many buildings, time is not an ally. Whether due to neglect, vandalism, or shifts within the wider neighborhood, older buildings too frequently fall into disrepair and dereliction.
In her new book “Preserving With Purpose: Reimagining Buildings for Community Benefit,” architect Amy Hetletvedt makes a passionate argument that saving older buildings represents a victory at aesthetic, economic, and neighborhood pride levels.
