Preserving Resources from the Recent Past

Love them or hate them, there's no question that "modern" buildings of the postwar era (1940s to '60s) transformed cities, towns, suburbs, and landscapes throughout the country. Now preservationists need to take a serious look at these resources -- too new to be considered "historic" by many, but old enough to be in danger of alteration and replacement -- to consider which ones merit protection. Preserving Resources from the Recent Past, a new Preservation Book by Jeanne Lambin, looks at the historic context of the postwar building boom, the special challenges of preserving this legacy, and some case studies of community successes. The 28-page book also features an illustrated guide to building types and styles.

A set of publications that look at the unique challenges associated with preserving resources from the recent past along with strategies and solutions for preserving these important sites.