Adaptive Re-use of Existing Buildings

This course provides an introduction to the process of evaluating existing buildings and designing them for a new use other than the original design or construction intent.  This program will explore environmental, architectural, site, structural and building system aspects of any adaptive reuse building project.  It will also provide guidance for the initial stages of design.

Earn 1.0 AIA LU | HSW

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Presented by David W. Spriggs, PE
Mr. Spriggs is currently a Principal at Draper Aden Associates, working generally out of their Cary, NC and Richmond, VA offices. He has over 30 years of experience in analysis and design of structural systems for commercial, residential, industrial and institutional buildings, working with multi-discipline teams. His work has often involved alterations and additions to existing buildings as well as new construction. Specific experience includes: Development of laser scanning and BIM protocols for existing building investigations; design of structural steel, masonry, reinforced concrete, prestressed concrete, structural wood and cold-formed metal systems; and analysis and design of retaining walls and foundation systems. Mr. Spriggs is a licensed Professional Engineer in VA, NC, SC, FL AL, WV, MD, DC, DE and PA