As one of the authors of the Historic Preservation book you mention, Jeanne, I will say that these two books are quite different. Use of either one depends on how you teach your class. The Tyler/Ligibel HP book provides an excellent overview that addresses styles and interventions, as well as technology and sustainability, but to a wider audience than just architects. It is less about design methodology than it is about a basic knowledge of historic preservation, and, as stated in its title, its history, principles, and practice. It is used in teaching the introduction to preservation to students of diverse backgrounds and interests, as well as a reference for multiple other courses, such as the course I teach in the Principles of Preservation Technology.
Ilene R. Tyler, FAIA, FAPT, LEED AP
Preservation Architect
ityler@tylertopics.comm 734.417.3730
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Jonathan-
I have not used that textbook. I have used "Historic Preservation: An Introduction to its History, Principals, and Practice" by Norman Tyler, Ted Ligbel, and Ilene Tyler. I am interested in hearing yours and others thoughts on "Historic Preservation for Designers".
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P. Jeanne Myers, AIA, NCARB
Assistant Professor. Department of Architecture
University of Memphis
Memphis, TN
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