We design, adapt, and care for buildings with a balance of practicality and respect for their character. Whether restoring a listed landmark or carrying out a condition survey, our focus is on solutions that work in the real world while honouring what makes each place special.
Guiding historic buildings through every stage of design and repair, from first ideas to completed work.
New build architectural services (RIBA Stages 0–7)
Creating thoughtful new spaces that sit comfortably within their setting and serve their purpose well.
Extensions and alterations in conservation areas
Shaping additions that respect local character while meeting modern needs.
Interior and spatial planning for historic buildings
Making the best use of space so buildings feel both functional and welcoming.
Condition surveys
Assessing a building’s health to inform practical and proportionate decisions.
Schedules of work and technical specifications
Setting out clear instructions that contractors can trust and follow.
Quadrennial and annual building inspections
Providing steady oversight to catch issues early and support long-term care.
Conservation project monitoring
Keeping projects on track with measured, independent guidance.
Advice on unauthorised heritage works
Helping to navigate sensitive situations when changes have been made without consent.
Collaboration with design architects, engineers and specialists
Working alongside design teams and craftspeople to deliver balanced, well-rounded solutions.
Design and access statements
Explaining how proposals respond to context, usability, and accessibility in a clear, practical way.
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Heritage Consultancy
We help people understand and manage their historic buildings and places. From heritage statements to conservation plans and consent applications, our role is to make the complex simple, giving clients the confidence to move projects forward.
Heritage and significance appraisals
Understanding what makes a place valuable, to guide sensitive and informed decisions.
Feasibility and constraint studies
Exploring opportunities and limits to support realistic project planning.
Heritage statements
Presenting a building’s history and significance clearly for planning and decision-making.
Assessing how development may affect historic environments as part of wider impact reviews.
Conservation Management Plans (CMP)
Setting out long-term strategies for the care and use of historic sites.
Heritage Partnership Agreements (HPA)
Establishing clear frameworks for managing change in complex or sensitive sites.
Conservation area appraisals and character assessments
Identifying the qualities that give an area its distinct identity and value.
Certificate of immunity and listing applications
Advising on how buildings are recognised or protected at the national level.
Pre-purchase heritage advice
Helping buyers understand risks and responsibilities before committing to a historic property.
Planning and listed building consent applications
Managing the details of applications so proposals progress smoothly.
Design guidance for historic buildings
Shaping proposals so they respond sensitively to heritage context.
Historic building recording
Documenting a place before, during, or after a change to capture its story.
Expert witness and appeal support
Providing clear, authoritative evidence in planning inquiries or disputes.
Archaeological assessments and monitoring
Evaluating potential impacts on archaeology and overseeing works on site.
Consultation with heritage bodies and authorities
Engaging with councils, Historic England, and statutory consultees to build consensus.
Advice on enforcement and unauthorised works
Helping to resolve challenges when heritage legislation has not been followed.
Public and stakeholder engagement
Bringing communities into the conversation so projects are understood and supported.
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Townscape Consultancy
We look at how buildings and spaces shape the life of people and places. Through careful analysis and straightforward advice, we support planning and design decisions that make places better for the people who use them.
Townscape and Visual Impact Assessments (TVIA)
Evaluating how developments affect the character and appearance of streets, skylines, and public spaces.