Conserving Historic Buildings

Our Conservation Philosophy 

Recognising that heritage structures require a unique approach, we prioritise the use of traditional materials and craftship wherever possible. As a client, you can expect us to follow these 7 steps when approaching your conservation project: 

1. Comprehensive Review: We meticulously examine all available information to fully grasp the significance and history of the building. 

2. Visual Inspection: We gain a deep understanding of the structure's condition and requirements. 

3. Pre-Design Checks: We identify the need for any pre-design assessments and determine the least intrusive methods for exploratory investigations, always striving to minimize intervention. Non-destructive techniques are employed whenever feasible. 

4. Design Validation: Our team rigorously checks and validates the design elements to ensure structural integrity and compliance with conservation principles. 

5. Load Testing: In cases where elements may appear insufficient but have withstood the test of time, we consider conducting full-scale load tests for further evaluation. 

6. Collaboration with Authorities: We engage in active consultation with the Local Authority planning department, particularly the Conservation Officer and Historic England, to ensure the appropriateness and acceptance of our proposed works. 

7. Sympathetic Repairs: Our ultimate goal is to develop repairs that stay true to the original fabric of the structure, preserving and conserving its unique character and heritage as much as possible. 

Preserving our heritage, one structure at a time.