The Vintage House: Secrets to Successful Renovation and Addition Projects
Agenda
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Thursday, February 12, 2026
10:00 am – 12:00 pm CST
Agenda:
Presented by Mark A. Hewitt, FAIA
- The organic process by which buildings grow and change through time
- How the parameters work in real building histories
- The prevalent American house styles, types, and forms
- Successful renovations and additions built during the past thirty years
- The major ways in which these projects achieved their goals
- Become a better “adaptive reuse” architect
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Credits
Engineers
2.0 PDHs
Architects
2.0 HSW CE Hours
AIA - American Institute of Architects
2.0 HSW LUs
ICC - International Code Council
0.2 CEUs (Building)
Continuing Education Information
This webinar is open to the public and is designed to qualify for 2.0 PDHs for professional engineers and 2.0 HSW continuing education hours for licensed architects in all states that allow this learning method. Please refer to specific state rules to determine eligibility.
HalfMoon Education is an approved continuing education sponsor for engineers in Florida (Provider License No: CEA362), Indiana (License No. CE21700059), Maryland, and New Jersey (Approval No. 24GP00049300). HalfMoon Education is deemed an approved continuing education sponsor for New York engineers and architects via its registration with the American Institute of Architects Continuing Education System (Regulations of the Commissioner §68.14(i)(2) and §69.6(i)(2)). Other states do not preapprove continuing education providers or courses.
The American Institute of Architects Continuing Education System has approved this course for 2.0 HSW LUs (Sponsor No. J885). Only full participation is reportable to the AIA/CES.
The International Code Council has approved this event for .2 CEUs in the specialty area of Building (Preferred Provider No. 1232).
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2.0 HSW LUs (AIA)
Speakers
Mark Hewitt
Mark Alan Hewitt Architects in North Sutton, NHMark Alan Hewitt Architects is a full-service architectural firm with over 30 years of experience creating buildings that fit their context, time, and purpose. Mr. Hewitt takes pride in enhancing the built environment with traditional, well-made, beautiful designs that are suited to specific client requirements and civic values. Unlike many architects, Mr. Hewitt does not place ideology over practical or economic concerns. Each design is as modest or elaborate as befits the individual or institution that it serves. Mr. Hewitt has won many awards for both design and research, and continues to strive for exemplary work that will push professional standards to a higher plane.
AIA Info
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HalfMoon Education Inc. is a registered provider of AIA-approved continuing education under Provider Number J885. All registered AIA/CES Providers must comply with the AIA Standards for Continuing Education Programs. Any questions or concerns about this provider of learning program may be sent to AIA/CES (cesupport@aia.org or (800) AIA 3837, Option 3).
This learning program is registered with AIA/CES for continuing professional education. As such, it does not include content that may be deemed or construed to be an approval or endorsement by the AIA of any material of construction or any method or manner of handling, using, distributing, or dealing in any material or product.
AIA continuing education credit has been reviewed and approved by AIA/CES. Learners must complete the entire learning program to receive continuing education credit. AIA continuing education Learning Units earned upon completion of this course will be reported to AIA/CES for AIA members. Certificates of Completion for both AIA members and non-AIA members are available upon request.
Course Title: The Vintage House: Secrets to Successful Renovation and Addition Projects
Delivery Method: Live Online
Course Description: This two-hour course introduces the key principles behind renovating and expanding vintage homes, emphasizing how architectural history, building evolution, and existing conditions shape successful design outcomes. Through examples of successful renovation and addition projects, the program highlights strategies that help building professionals navigate constraints, preserve character, and deliver thoughtful adaptive-reuse solutions.
Learning Objectives:
Learning Objective 1: Learners will be able to identify common American house styles, types, and forms to better understand the functional and structural patterns that influence renovation decisions.
Learning Objective 2: Learners will be able to analyze how buildings evolve over time and evaluate how these changes affect design opportunities, code compliance, and project feasibility.
Learning Objective 3: Learners will be able to examine successful renovation and addition case studies to determine the key design strategies that contributed to their performance and longevity.
Learning Objective 4: Learners will be able to apply adaptive-reuse principles to create renovation and addition designs that respect the vintage character of a home while meeting modern safety, efficiency, and usability requirements.
LUs: 2.0
LU Type: LU|HSWs
Prerequisites: None
Advance Preparation: None
Program Level: Intermediate
Course Expiration Date: 11/18/2028
Complaint Resolution Policy:
Complaints regarding this course can be emailed to fchapman@halfmoonseminars.org or by calling (715) 835-5900. A HalfMoon Education representative will respond within 72 hours to resolve the complaint, which will include, but not limited to, access to another CE activity at no or reduced cost or a full or partial refund. Each instance will be resolved on a case-by-case situation.