Matthew Chalifoux, principle and senior historic preservation expert with EYP Architecture and Engineering, has more than 30 years of professional experience, including 28 years of specialization in the field of historic preservation. His portfolio focuses on the challenge of managing change in public architecture. All of Chalifoux’s projects involve the sensitive insertion of modern systems, providing modern technology and environmental control while maintaining the historic integrity of the building and site.
Retrofitting more than a half-million square feet of heavily used space for better life safety coverage is never simple. Peculiarities of building design and existing materials only made the task tougher for this project team as they sought to integrate NFPA and GSA requirements into a successful and safe solution.
