Transforming an Underused Undercroft into a Museum Restaurant — Without Compromising Heritage Bringing new life to a listed industrial building within a World Heritage Site requires more than design flair. It demands restraint, technical understanding, and a clear conservation philosophy. Our work at The Long Warehouse, Coalbrookdale demonstrates how careful intervention can unlock underused space, … The Long Warehouse, Coalbrookdale
Heritage buildings rarely fail all at once. More often, they deteriorate quietly — layers of overpainting, small cracks in render, sticking windows, water ingress that seems manageable… until it isn’t. Our recent project at the Manchester Opera House, a Grade II listed theatre on Quay Street, is a good example of how thoughtful, conservation-led intervention … Manchester Opera House – Repairing, Not Replacing: A Conservation-Led Approach to an Iconic Theatre
Practical guidance for boards preparing a Heritage Fund application When applying to the National Lottery Heritage Fund (NLHF), trustees and volunteers play a central role in shaping, governing and evidencing the project — not just approving it. Funding success is rarely about the building alone. It is about governance, sustainability, public benefit and deliverability. Below … NLHF Advice for Volunteers and Trustees
If a building is listed, the short answer is: If you are altering, extending, or removing anything that affects its character as a building of special architectural or historic interest — you probably need Listed Building Consent (LBC). But the detail matters. What Is a Listed Building? A listed building is one included on the … Do I Need Listed Building Consent?
Appointing an architect is often left too late. By the time many clients seek professional advice, key decisions about scope, budget or programme have already been made — sometimes based on incomplete information. Whether you are planning a heritage repair, a church reordering, a theatre upgrade or a residential extension, early architectural input can significantly … When Should You Appoint an Architect?