Recognition
Recognition from preservation societies, design publications, and industry organizations.
Awards
Press
Architectural Digest
A feature on the small number of master plasterers still practicing authentic lime and Venetian plaster techniques in the United States. Master Plaster KD featured prominently for work in Newport and Baltimore.
Old House Journal
An in-depth look at authentic Venetian plaster versus synthetic alternatives, with commentary and process photography from Master Plaster KD's Georgetown project.
Baltimore Magazine
Profile of the master plasterer behind Master Plaster KD and the restoration of several significant Federal Hill and Mount Vernon properties.
Preservation Maryland
Technical article co-authored with the preservation society on lime plaster compatibility, repair techniques, and working with state preservation offices.
Traditional Building Magazine
Step-by-step documentation of the Mount Vernon ballroom ceiling restoration — from condition assessment through final finish coat.
Southern Living
Feature on the French Quarter restoration and the challenge of matching 19th century lime plaster composition in a landmarked building.
From Clients & Collaborators
The level of detail in the ornamental restoration was beyond anything I've seen in 25 years of historic preservation work. This is genuine mastery.
We specified Master Plaster KD for our most demanding client — a 1890s Gilded Age estate. The result was flawless. Our clients were speechless.
There are plasterers, and there are artists who work in plaster. The Venetian application has a depth and luminosity that photographs cannot capture.
We've worked with plasterers across the country on National Register properties. None have matched the historical accuracy and craft of this team.
The cornice work they did on our 1887 row house is indistinguishable from original. We had a preservation board inspect it. They were impressed.
I've specified ornamental plasterwork on three projects with Master Plaster KD. Every single one has been delivered with precision, professionalism, and pride.