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Architectural Character: Identifying the Visual Aspects of Historic Buildings as an Aid to Preserving Their Character
Lee H. Nelson, FAIA
Preservation Briefs 17

• Three-Step Process to Identify the Visual Character (and Conclusion)
• Step 1: Overall Visual Aspects and Character
• Step 2: Visual Character at Close Range (Arm's Length)
• Step 3: Visual Character of Interior Spaces, Features and Finishes
• The Architectural Character Checklist/Questionnaire
  • the overall visual aspects,
  • the visual character at close range, and
  • the visual character of interior spaces, features and finishes.