DISASTER RECOVERY
RESTORING A SENSE OF PLACE
In the wake of Hurricanes Helene and Milton in September and October 2024, Architecture Sarasota launched the Restoring a Sense of Place Disaster Recovery Program.
This is a community-driven effort to help protect and restore the area’s most significant buildings and properties, especially those associated with the Sarasota School of Architecture.
We are working with private owners and agencies to document damaged properties and provide adaptation guidance. A "Determination of Eligibility" for the National Register affords recovery options that can prevent the loss of significant properties.
DOCUMENTATION
DIGITAL ARCHIVING & ANALYSIS
Documentation plays a critical role in historic preservation by serving as a permanent record of a site’s physical condition, historical significance, and changes over time.
It provides a foundation for research, interpretation, and informed decision-making in preservation planning. Documentation upholds the integrity and continuity of cultural heritage, supporting both current and long-term stewardship.
Architecture Sarasota is collaborating with MCWB Architects and Sweet Sparkman Architecture & Interiors to digitally document significant buildings using terrestrial LiDAR (laser scanning) and drone imaging.
We are also undertaking conservation studies to better understand the technologies, materials, and finishes of the Sarasota School.
RESOURCES
GUIDELINES & STANDARDS