Tag: heritage

Framing Fine Carpentry

Andrea Cordonier

Architecture & Design, History & Heritage, The Trades

Yesterday’s changeable sun/cloud mix presented a perfect backdrop for some architectural photography in Ottawa’s Hintonburg neighbourhood. Carpenter, and fellow Algonquin College Heritage Trades Institute alumnus, Christoph Altehoefer restored this gorgeous porch, integrating a mix of original and reproduction pieces. Carefully redeploying existing materials, he crafted each reproduction piece from unusable rafters and other surplus lumber… Read more
The Secret Life of Houses and Other Buildings

Andrea Cordonier

Arts & Culture, Bricks & Mortar, Community, History & Heritage, Not-for-Profit, Place & Space, Social & Affordable Housing, Special Events, Volunteerism

Don’t know why exactly it has taken so many years for me to finally attend the Doors Open Ottawa event. Whatever the reason I suspect it would also explain my lack of participation to date in the glorious Jane’s Walk events, too. Seems the dates never make it onto my calendar and then poof! they… Read more