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The George Read II House
c. 1801 · New Castle, DE
◆Historic Preservation Consultancy
Stewarding historic places for future generations
Brouns Hayward preserves historic fabric, supports traditional craftsmanship, and keeps meaningful buildings serving their communities.
◆ Our Belief ◆
Historic buildings are more than structures — they are repositories of craftsmanship, memory, and cultural identity. We help homeowners, institutions, and communities care for them with knowledge and respect.
What We Do
A practice built on craft
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Condition Assessments
Detailed surveys of historic fabric to understand a building’s needs and inform every decision that follows.
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Preservation Planning
Thoughtful, practical strategies that respect a building’s significance and the realities of its ongoing use.
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Restoration
Hands-on conservation of timber, plaster, paint, and windows using authentic, time-tested materials.
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Technical Guidance
Advice on traditional materials — from linseed oil paint to lime plaster — grounded in centuries of proven performance.
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Training Programs
Workshops and courses that revive traditional trades and empower stewards of historic places.
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Stewardship
Long-term care plans that keep meaningful buildings relevant and useful for generations to come.
Selected Properties
A portfolio of historic homes
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The Castle
c. 1791 · Eastford, CT
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Wallace House
c. 1750 · Somerville, NJ
Learn With Us
The Castle Workshops
Three days of hands-on training in traditional building crafts at an eighteenth-century Connecticut house. October 16–18, 2026.
Explore the Workshops◆
Connecticut
New England, USA