Limelight on historic Guanajuato, Mexico

We are thankful for your work as an associate in green building and historic building conservation. Every six weeks we plan to focus the limelight on a story that we think will strengthen the collective resolve to remain strong advocates of resource conservation. A snapshot video or “Spark Segment”, as we call it, is how we will put the limelight on highly skilled craftspeople, sharp engineers or creative designing architects and builders. A spark segment will celebrate their current work or the legacy of great works they’ve left behind. With each installment we hope to capture the essence of “movers and shakers”, (people, places and objects), that inspire us to continue pressing forward. We remain faithfully yours as advocates in this most sacred work.

This segment features the city of Guanajuato Mexico which brings us a sampling of authentic Moorish detailing found in its natural surround with an intact and rich cultural element. The inspiration to put the limelight on this region comes especially from the passion that is evident in the hearts of the people of this culture which has spilled out into their built environment. This is just one example of vibrant lime colorwashes and the conservation of regional heritage by people who care. Let’s continue to be that type of conservator in the areas where we exhibit our influence as professionals.

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Limelight on Stonemason and Sculptor Steve Snyder of Bucks County

“Using appropriate mortar is something I’ve been interested in as long as I’ve been in masonry and it’s something you never stop learning about and trying to get right.Using Natural Hydraulic Lime has been a big part of making mortar that’s better for the buildings we’re working on…”

-Steve Snyder

Take a Look: Our first “Spark Segment” featuring stonemason and sculptor Steve Snyder, one of Andy’s favorite Masons, from Point Pleasant Pennsylvania. Steve has a lifetime of experience working as a mason in Eastern PA and continues to be fascinated with the historical use and application of lime mortars. Steve began his career as a mason and says he would find stones that spoke to him. He would keep those stones and form them into shapes of animals and other objects. This fascination developed and he became a self-taught stone sculptor. Steve now juggles both careers as a mason and sculptor. His home is a testament to his skill and passion, a garden of sculptures surrounds his property where he hosts yearly parties.

If you have an interesting story you would like to tell us which highlights a unique building artisan, a talented architect, engineer or just an inspiring place please contact us and maybe we can shine the limelight on a segment of the story for all to enjoy.