Central to our approach is to conserve, protect and convert the buildings to sustainable uses that preserve their character and fabric. We have a series of principles that we advocate, these being:
- Use of traditional materials and construction techniques, where possible, whilst integrating modern techniques to preserve the environment within which the buildings exist;
- Engagement with local historians and the estate, as part of a proactive engagement with Historic England and the LA conservation team;
- Seamless and discreet integration of sustainable construction methods and technology;
- New elements/ facilities placed as free standing ‘sculptural elements’ within the spaces;
- Where possible, off-site manufacturing is promoted to lessen works on site to reduce the programme, impact on the site and improve build quality;
- In developing and implementing any heritage project, early stakeholder engagement is essential in ensuring an agreement on the approach, layout and methodology.
View our Heritage & Conservation track record below or click to download a printable version.
