New England has one of the richest and most extensive collections of historic residential homes in the country. And while we love our old homes, renovating one of these masterpieces can often be an overwhelming undertaking. For this episode, Sarah and Bruce welcome Treff LaFleche, Principal of LDa Architecture & Interiors and expert on renovating historic homes. Treff shares advice on how to be a good steward to an old house and how to lead with sustainability and comfort. Sarah, Bruce, and Treff also dive into the pros and cons of tackling this type of renovation,and how to remain true to the home's original glory while making it functional for modern living.

Builder's Notebook is recorded and produced by JDCommunications, Inc

Theme music by Sean Ryan Peters

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