2024-11-05T16:05:37-05:00 https://archinect.com/news/article/150278805/interested-in-historic-preservation-and-adaptive-reuse-architect-and-preservationist-angel-ay-n-discusses-the-importance-of-preservation-architects Katherine Guimapang 2021-09-08T14:18:00-04:00 >2024-10-25T04:07:38-04:00 <img src="https://archinect.gumlet.io/uploads/1c/1c8785253fe34256fdd171e796130450.jpeg?fit=crop&auto=compress%2Cformat&enlarge=true&w=1200" border="0" /><p>Not only is historic preservation critical in maintaining the integrity of our urban fabric, it also offers one of the most effective means of reducing the carbon footprint of the architecture industry.&nbsp;To learn more about the importance and role of preservation architects, Archinect connected with architect and preservationist Angel Ay&oacute;n of&nbsp;<a href="https://archinect.com/AYONStudio" target="_blank">AYON Studio</a>.&nbsp;</p> <p>As new projects continue to be built, cities around the globe are filled with landmark buildings and historical structures that add to the area's rich architectural history. However, thanks to preservationists, these structures are presented with new possibilities such as adaptive reuse and historic preservation building techniques. This week our team highlights the importance of historic preservation and an&nbsp;<a href="https://archinect.com/jobs/entry/150278992/preservation-architect" target="_blank">open job opportunity for a preservation architect</a>&nbsp;from AYON Studio.</p> <figure><p><a href="https://archinect.gumlet.io/uploads/71/7125e7b827c37496b674438a351a9a05.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&amp;enlarge=true&amp;w=1028" target="_blank"><img src="https://archinect.gumlet.io/uploads/71/7125e7b827c37496b674438a351a9a05.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&amp;enlarge=true&amp;w=514"></a></p><figcaption>Eleven80 preservation project by AYON Studio. Image &copy; Carlos Rodri&#769;guez Este&#769;vez/Courtesy of Angel Ay&oacute;n.</figcaption></figure><p>AYON Studio is led by Cuban-born architect and preserva...</p>