In this episode of In The Mix, Evan Hall joins Adam live from the California Masonry Council Design & Expo to discuss Project Chimney, an inspiring initiative preserving historic masonry chimneys that survived the Palisades Fire. Evan shares how House Museum partnered with masonry contractors and industry organizations to carefully salvage these iconic structures, protecting an important piece of Los Angeles' architectural history while creating a lasting memorial to resilience and recovery.

Evan also discusses the vital role masonry plays in historic preservation, why the industry's craftsmanship deserves greater recognition, and how better storytelling, collaboration, and community engagement can help inspire the next generation of builders. This conversation offers a unique perspective on the lasting value of masonry—not only as a building material, but as a way of preserving culture, history, and craftsmanship.

In This Episode:

• The story behind Project Chimney and the preservation of historic Palisades chimneys
• Why masonry remains one of the world's most durable and resilient building materials
• How contractors safely salvage and reconstruct historic masonry structures
• The importance of preserving both architectural history and skilled trade knowledge
• Why branding and storytelling are major opportunities for the masonry industry
• How collaboration between preservationists and masonry professionals is driving innovation
• The importance of inspiring homeowners, architects, and the next generation of masons

Connect with Evan:
Website: https://www.house.museum/mission/leadership
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/evan.hall/

Learn more about the Northwest Masonry Institute:
https://masonryinstitute.com/in-the-mix