"As the expectations of customers had changed dramatically in the lodging industry since the building was constructed 55 years prior.

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Following Frank Lloyd Wright’s Usonian philosophy of providing for contemporary needs rather than imitating grand designs on a small scale,

the new owners began working to update the Usonian Inn.

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In keeping with their sustainable principles, they installed double-glazed windows to increase heating and cooling efficiency, and low flow showerheads and toilets to reduce water usage.

In the process of replacing the roof to better its insulation, a restoration of the eaves and soffits was also completed." 

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 AUTHOR JON VALALIK  studied Historic Preservation and Community Planning

at the College of Charleston