Restoring a historic building is rarely a quick and straightforward process. Here are some of the most complicated restoration projects carried out in the UK.
Most of the buildings that benefit from listed building restoration are marked for preservation due to architectural importance, but some have stranger reasons.
The concept of architectural heritage and listed building restoration is relatively new, and the definition of what a good restoration is continues to change.
Period properties come with a wealth of history and many of them have original features that are perfectly preserved and ready to be restored to their former glory.
In England, it is a criminal offence to carry out renovation or construction works on a listed building without listed building consent. See more on the blog.
St Bartholomew’s Hospital, known colloquially as Barts, is the oldest functioning hospital in Britain. It was founded an astonishing 900 years ago in 1123.
The Gothic Revival style of architecture emerged in England in the late 18th century. Here’s a look at a few of the best examples that remain well-loved today.