Historic preservation has long followed a binary approach: Is a building historically significant enough to be listed, or isn’t it? This seemingly simple question forms the foundation of preservation policy across the United States and has shaped our built environment for decades.

As the authors of “The Power of Existing Buildings,” they illuminate the path to revolutionizing urban environments by reimagining existing structures as sustainable powerhouses.

osa Lowinger, the author of “Dwell Time: A Memoir of Art, Exile, and Repair,” discusses her emotional and educational journey as an art conservationist. Rosa’s narrative is not just a recount of her family’s escape from Jewish persecution in Cuba and their subsequent life in America; it’s also a testament to how these experiences have significantly influenced her career in art conservation.

Every historic building tells a story, but who writes the narrative for its future? The comprehensive text, Historic Preservation: An Introduction to Its History, Principles, and Practice, provides the definitive guide to this vital field.