Heritage Buildings Podcast

Vincent Reed
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Welcome to the Heritage Buildings Podcast with your host Vincent Reed, where we bring you in-depth interviews with leading experts, passionate enthusiasts, and industry professionals from across the heritage buildings sector. Join us as we explore captivating stories, uncover the artistry behind historical buildings, and dive into the challenges and successes of conserving our architectural heritage. This podcast is available as audio format across all of your favourite podcasting apps and as video format on our official YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/@HeritageBuildingsAssociation Be sure to join in on the discussions in our forum - https://heritagebuildings.forum Connect with us on social media - https://linktr.ee/heritagebuildingsassociation

  1. 2d ago

    [HBP#36] - Nicholas Downing - Traditional Blacksmithing Explained | Ancient Tool & Iron Age Craft

    🎙️ You can also access the full Audio version of this Podcast by searching for 'Heritage Buildings Podcast' on Apple, Spotify, Amazon, PocketCasts, and your favourite podcast apps. Welcome to another episode of the Heritage Buildings Podcast. Vincent Reed sits down with Nicholas Downing of Downing Arts, a Maine-based custom blacksmith and metalworker specialising in traditional timber framing tools, hand-forged axes, bespoke ironwork, and historic hardware. Nicholas shares his journey from early exposure to blacksmithing and metalsmithing to helping revive Maine’s historic axe-making tradition at Brant & Cochran before launching his own business during the COVID pandemic. The conversation explores traditional blacksmithing techniques, the history of bloomery iron and early steel, forge welding, and the craftsmanship behind multi-piece, hand-forged axes. Nicholas also discusses experimental archaeology, historic timber framing tools, and his fascination with rare forms such as the offset goose wing, or “brightbill,” hewing axe. Other topics covered include: • The path from metalsmithing to custom blacksmithing and entrepreneurship • Reviving Maine’s historic axe-making tradition • Building a small-batch handcrafted tool business through Etsy and online sales • Traditional ironworking, bloomery iron, and early steel production • Forge welding and constructing multi-piece hand-forged axes • Historic timber framing tools and their modern relevance • Experimental archaeology and recreating historic metalworking techniques • The design and use of the offset goose wing (“brightbill”) hewing axe • Craftsmanship, toolmaking, and preserving traditional trades Whether you're a timber framer, blacksmith, conservation professional, or heritage enthusiast, this episode offers fascinating insights into traditional toolmaking and the enduring value of handcrafted tools and historic metalworking techniques. Below is a more detailed breakdown of the video with relevant timestamps: (Click the time on the left to jump straight to that section) 00:00 Welcome and Guest Intro 02:37 Heritage Craft in Maine 04:02 Early Blacksmith Spark 06:24 Mentors and Apprenticeship 08:06 Art School and Finding Direction 10:12 Back to the Forge 20:31 Juggling Jobs and Studio Life 25:49 Axes and Brant and Cochran 33:32 Pandemic Pivot to Solo 37:08 Bespoke Tools and Inspiration 41:30 Iron Was Precious 43:21 Bloomery Smelting Explained 46:02 From Iron To Steel 49:03 Modern Axe Steel Choices 51:27 Forge Welding The Pieces 53:03 Wrapped Eye Construction 56:12 Time Risk And Failure 57:01 Favourite Axe Makers 59:26 Future Projects And Niches 01:05:47 Grinding Edges Then And Now 01:09:06 Handmade Value And Story 01:10:54 Goose Wing Hewing Axe 01:13:56 Where To Find Nicholas 01:15:28 Final Thanks And Farewell Connect with Nicholas Downing and learn more: Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/downingarts/ Email: downingarts@gmail.com Website: https://www.downingarts.com/axerestoration Learn more about the Heritage Buildings Association: https://heritagebuildingsassociation.com Join the conversation: https://heritagebuildings.forum/share/dDYOnkLWJAkaA5xE?utm_source=manual #Blacksmith #ForgeLife #IronAge

    1h 16m

  2. Jun 9

    [HBP#35] - Mariachiara Faliva - Seeing Buildings Beyond the Facade

    *🎙️ You can also access the full Audio version of this Podcast by searching for 'Heritage Buildings Podcast' on Apple, Spotify, Amazon, PocketCasts, and your favourite podcast apps.* Welcome to another episode of the Heritage Buildings Podcast. Vincent Reed sits down with Mariachiara Faliva, accredited conservation architect and façade specialist, to explore the science behind historic buildings, material decay, and the investigative work required to understand why buildings fail. Drawing on more than 20 years of experience in conservation, diagnostics, and failure analysis, Mariachiara shares how studying chemistry for conservation in Italy led her into building pathology, laboratory analysis, and the study of historic materials. She explains why many conservation challenges stem from poor diagnosis and incompatible repairs, and why successful interventions begin with understanding how materials behave and deteriorate over time. Mariachiara also reflects on her work investigating historic structures in New York, including early steel-frame masonry buildings and terracotta façades, before moving to London to specialize in building performance and façade engineering. She discusses the importance of balancing repair and replacement, the role of maintenance in preventing water-driven damage, and how tools such as WUFI hydrothermal analysis support informed retrofit decisions. Through projects including Tate Liverpool and the Barbican renewal, she highlights the value of early-stage investigations, data-led design, material reuse, and collaboration across disciplines to deliver more sustainable outcomes for historic buildings. *Other topics covered include:* • How chemistry and material science support building conservation • Investigating historic materials through laboratory analysis • Why poor diagnosis often leads to failed repairs • The challenges of conserving early steel-frame masonry buildings • Repair versus replacement in historic façades • Water ingress, moisture movement, and long-term building deterioration • The role of maintenance in preventing costly failures • Building performance testing and façade engineering for heritage projects • WUFI hydrothermal analysis and retrofit risk assessment • Lessons from Tate Liverpool and the Barbican renewal projects • Planning for material reuse in conservation and retrofit projects • The importance of cross-disciplinary collaboration from project inception Whether you're an architect, engineer, conservation professional, or heritage enthusiast, this episode offers valuable insights into the investigative side of conservation and how a deeper understanding of materials, moisture, and building performance can lead to more sustainable and effective preservation of historic buildings. *Below is a more detailed breakdown of the video with relevant timestamps:* (Click the time on the left to jump straight to that section) 00:00 Introduction to Building Conservation and Heritage Retrofit 01:14 From Architecture to Conservation Architecture 03:23 Materials Science, Building Diagnostics, and Failure Analysis 07:34 Conservation Research at Politecnico di Milano 09:33 Facade Engineering and Historic Buildings in New York 13:35 Terracotta Facade Repair vs Replacement 17:33 Building Maintenance Lessons from Historic Building Failures 20:14 Moving to London and Transition into Building Performance 25:03 How Historic Building Investigations Are Conducted 32:06 Holistic Retrofit Design and WUFI Analysis 38:18 Moisture Modelling and Wall Performance Simulation 40:59 Data-Led Design for Heritage Buildings 43:39 Writing Effective Building Investigation Briefs 45:09 Tate Liverpool Retrofit and Internal Insulation Project 49:42 Barbican Estate Renewal and Conservation Challenges 54:30 Why Site Experience Matters in Conservation 57:07 Material Reuse and Circular Economy Strategies 01:02:42 Career Advice for Conservation Professionals 01:07:22 Final Thoughts and Closing Remarks *Connect with Mariachiara Faliva and learn more:* LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariachiara-faliva-510a0915/ Email: chiarafaliva@gmail.com Website: sandberg.co.uk *Learn more about the Heritage Buildings Association:* https://heritagebuildingsassociation.com *Join the conversation:* https://heritagebuildings.forum/share/dDYOnkLWJAkaA5xE?utm_source=manual #BuildingConservation #HistoricPreservation #FacadeEngineering

    1h 22m

  3. May 19

    [HBP#34] - Valeria Passetti - Victorian Architecture & Church Conservation

    *🎙️ You can also access the full Audio version of this Podcast by searching for 'Heritage Buildings Podcast' on Apple, Spotify, Amazon, PocketCasts, and your favourite podcast apps.* Welcome to another episode of the Heritage Buildings Podcast. Vincent Reed sits down with Valeria Passetti, Italian-born conservation architect and MD of Conception Architects, to explore her journey from studying restoration in Florence to leading a UK practice focused on historic churches and Victorian architecture. She explains why these buildings are often misunderstood and celebrates their craftsmanship in stone and timber. Valeria also shares insights into conservation practice, from building a reputation through church projects to setting ethical client boundaries and promoting breathable, sustainable retrofits. A must-watch for anyone passionate about heritage, architecture, and historic buildings. *Other topics covered include:* • Why Victorian architecture deserves more recognition • The evolution of conservation architecture in the UK • Breathable buildings vs airtight retrofits • Church conservation and diocesan work • Craftsmanship in stone, wood, and traditional materials • Portland cement, terracotta, and Victorian innovation • Ethical practice and working with clients • Building a reputation in heritage architecture • Architects in media and public education Whether you're an architecture student, conservation professional, or heritage enthusiast, this episode offers valuable insight into preserving historic buildings for future generations. *Below is a more detailed breakdown of the video with relevant timestamps Click the time on the left to jump straight to that section* 00:00 Welcome and Guest Intro 00:49 From Tuscany to UK Conservation 02:35 Why Victorian Architecture Matters 04:08 Victorian Style Abroad 07:57 Choosing Conservation Architecture 10:51 Early Career and Reuse Ethos 14:02 Founding Conception Architects 19:32 Building Reputation and Clients 22:07 Ethics and Client Boundaries 25:36 Breathable Buildings and Retrofit 29:19 Victorian Churches Everywhere 32:14 Industrial Innovation and Portland Cement 38:19 Craftsmanship in Stone and Wood 42:34 Eclectic Victorian Creativity 45:52 Color, Ritual and High Church 48:33 Valuing Victorian Craftsmen 50:12 Victorian Rosewood Room 52:26 Rubbed Bricks and Terracotta 53:35 Damage from Bad Repairs 58:56 Custodianship and Breathable Buildings 01:00:44 Media Work and New Voices 01:05:51 Dream Show Pitch 01:08:09 Favorite Projects and Newton Church 01:15:04 Why Architecture Matters 01:19:15 Where to Find Valeria 01:21:48 Off Mic Wrap and Collaboration *Connect with Valeria Passetti and learn more:* LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/valeria-passetti-osi-friba-192525a Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/riba4members/ Website: conceptionarchitects.com riba4members.com *Learn more about the Heritage Buildings Association:* https://heritagebuildingsassociation.com *Join the conversation:* https://heritagebuildings.forum/share/dDYOnkLWJAkaA5xE?utm_source=manual #VictorianArchitecture #ConservationArchitect #ChurchRestoration

    1h 28m

  4. May 5

    [HBP#33] - Dominic Myland - Inside Mylands: 100 Years of Paint, Film & Heritage Craft

    *🎙️ You can also access the full Audio version of this Podcast by searching for 'Heritage Buildings Podcast' on Apple, Spotify, Amazon, PocketCasts, and your favourite podcast apps.* Welcome to another episode of the Heritage Buildings Podcast. In this episode of the Heritage Buildings Podcast, host Vincent Reed sits with Dominic Myland to explore the history and evolution of Mylands, one of London’s longest-established paint manufacturers, alongside Dominic’s journey from apprentice French polisher and sprayer to operational leadership. Key takeaways include Mylands’ deep heritage in decorative paints and wood finishes, its long-standing relationship with the film, TV, and theatre industries, and how specialist film paints are formulated using highly concentrated pigments to create bold, flat, and immersive colour for screen and stage use. The discussion also highlights Mylands’ strategic shift away from a declining furniture restoration and reproduction market into premium decorative paints, including the development of a curated colour range and a marble-infused emulsion designed to enhance application, durability, light reflection, and breathability. Additional insights cover Brewers’ role in product launches, increasing industry competition, marketing and export challenges post-Brexit, major heritage projects, the Royal Warrant, and the ongoing importance of craftsmanship and skilled trade in the industry’s future. *Other topics covered include:* Apprenticeships and hands-on craft training in paint and finishesThe decline of traditional restoration and how businesses adaptFilm and theatre production requirements for specialist paintsScaling a heritage manufacturing business in a modern marketWorkforce skills, knowledge transfer, and industry challenges Whether you’re a heritage professional, craftsman, designer, or simply interested in historic manufacturing and colour, this episode offers a fascinating look into the legacy and future of British paintmaking. *Below is a more detailed breakdown of the video with relevant timestamps:* (Click the time on the left to jump straight to that section) 00:00 Welcome and Reunion 01:34 Apprenticeship and Early Training 02:36 Joining the Family Business 06:41 Furniture Trade Boom to Bust 08:59 Supplying Film and TV Paint 17:25 Inside the Factory 20:12 Life as a Sales Rep 25:32 Taking the Operational Reins 30:35 Pivot to Decorative Paints 35:25 Launching the Mylands Colour Range 42:18 Breaking into Retail and Brewers 43:41 Crushed Marble Emulsion Breakthrough 44:54 Marble Paint Breakthrough 45:39 Breathability for Old Homes 46:29 Selling Through Brewers 47:12 Marketing Spend Reality 48:42 Colour Wars and Branding 51:44 Becoming a Serious Player 53:45 Designer Collabs and Trends 55:29 Film Industry Growth 57:24 Royal Warrant Story 01:00:36 Premium Paint vs Trade 01:04:42 Proud Heritage Projects 01:07:47 Running a Team Well 01:12:58 Factory Life in London 01:15:12 Day to Day as Owner 01:20:37 Export Plans Post Brexit 01:24:07 Where to Find Mylands 01:25:29 Final Thanks and Wrap *Connect with Dominic Myland and learn more:* LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dominic-myland-78842024/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/luxury_paint/ Email: d.myland@mylands.com *Learn more about the Heritage Buildings Association:* https://heritagebuildingsassociation.com *Join the conversation:* https://heritagebuildings.forum/share/dDYOnkLWJAkaA5xE?utm_source=manual #PaintIndustry #DecorativePaints #FilmSetDesign

    1h 40m

  5. Apr 21

    [HBP#32] - Emma Hooton - Inside Studio Hooton: Transforming Heritage Interiors

    *🎙️ You can also access the full Audio version of this Podcast by searching for 'Heritage Buildings Podcast' on Apple, Spotify, Amazon, PocketCasts, and your favourite podcast apps.* Welcome to another episode of the Heritage Buildings Podcast. Vincent Reed sits down with Emma Hooton, founder and design director of London-based Studio Hooton, to explore her journey from West London estate agency to leading a boutique interior design studio specialising in historic and listed properties. Trained at KLC School of Design and shaped by early experience under House & Garden Top 100 designer Hugh Leslie, Emma shares how craftsmanship, antiques, and bold, original thinking define her approach. Emma explains Studio Hooton’s “anti–show house” philosophy, how she guides clients through clear and considered design decisions, and why communication and trust are just as important as creativity. She also discusses growing her studio organically, building a strong team culture, and navigating the complexities of working within conservation constraints—highlighted through projects like the Bishop’s Palace transformation. *Other topics covered include:* • Learning design during the Lehman Brothers crash • The influence of craftsmanship and traditional materials • Rejecting generic “showhome” interiors • Managing client expectations and avoiding overchoice • Building trust and understanding client psychology • Growing a design studio without a rigid long-term plan • Working with listed buildings and conservation specialists • Choosing the right clients and projects • Expanding into international markets • Designing historic homes for modern living Whether you're an interior designer, architect, or heritage enthusiast, this episode offers valuable insight into restoring and reimagining historic homes with sensitivity and character. *Below is a more detailed breakdown of the video with relevant timestamps:* (Click the time on the left to jump straight to that section) 00:00 Meet Emma Hooton 01:51 From Estate Agency to Design 02:55 Learning Under Hugh Leslie 05:35 Craftsmanship and Bold Style 09:03 Rejecting the Showhome Look 11:16 How Designers Lead Clients 14:00 Presentations Without Overchoice 17:13 Client Psychology and Trust 26:30 Starting Studio Hooton 30:31 Early Confidence and First Hires 32:53 Building Team Culture 37:31 Growing Without a Five Year Plan 40:59 Vision and Drive 43:33 Dream Projects and Specialism 45:11 Expanding Beyond the UK 46:44 Choosing the Right Clients 48:25 Navigating Conservation Rules 52:09 Managing Team Dynamics 56:33 Competition and Client Trust 01:02:51 Starting Out in Today’s Market 01:06:47 US Clients and New Markets 01:08:07 Favourite Historic Transformation 01:11:46 Where to Find Studio Hooton 01:13:48 Advice, Networking and Challenges 01:16:36 What Makes It All Worth It 01:19:58 Final Thoughts and Wrap Up *Connect with Emma Hooton and learn more:* LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emmahooton/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/studiohooton/ Website: studiohooton.com Email: emma@studiohooton.com *Learn more about the Heritage Buildings Association:* https://heritagebuildingsassociation.com Join the conversation: https://heritagebuildings.forum/share/dDYOnkLWJAkaA5xE?utm_source=manual #InteriorDesign #HistoricHomes #ListedBuildings

    1h 22m

  6. Apr 7

    [HBP#31] - James Kenton - Conservation Secrets with a National Trust Architect

    🎙️ You can also access the full Audio version of this Podcast by searching for 'Heritage Buildings Podcast' on Apple, Spotify, Amazon, PocketCasts, and your favourite podcast apps. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Welcome to another episode of the Heritage Buildings Podcast. In this special first on-site episode, Vincent Reed visits Scotney Castle to sit down with James Kenton, a National Trust senior building surveyor and conservation architect. James shares his journey from a farming background to discovering his passion for architecture through school work experience, university at Portsmouth, and trips to historic sites like Rome. He explains the path to becoming a conservation architect, including accreditation (AABC and RIBA) and professional qualifications. Discover the day-to-day work of a National Trust surveyor, from compliance and condition reporting to long-term planning and climate impact management. James also highlights church inspections, quinquennial surveys, and major projects at Chartwell, including stabilising Churchill’s kitchen garden walls and refurbishing the uniform room. Other topics covered include: Early career challenges during the 2008 credit crunchTrades skills, apprenticeships, and the future of craftsmanship in an AI-driven worldBalancing duty of care, project budgets, and return on investmentWork culture and learning opportunities during COVID and furloughPublications, BBC filming at Sissinghurst, and sharing expertise with the public Whether you’re a heritage professional, architecture student, or simply curious about historic buildings and conservation, this episode offers invaluable insights into preserving historic places for future generations. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Below is a more detailed breakdown of the video with relevant timestamps Click the time on the left to jump straight to that section 00:00 Meet James Kenton 00:30 From Farming to Design 00:55 Work Experience Spark 04:54 University and Conservation 09:09 Becoming a Conservation Architect 09:49 Accreditation Case Studies 14:45 Qualifying and Part Three 19:38 Starting Out in the Credit Crunch 21:44 Church Work and Inspections 24:45 Climate Change Building Impacts 25:46 Chartwell Projects Deep Dive 31:58 National Trust Teams and Crafts 35:02 Trades Skills and AI Future 41:35 Work Culture After COVID 44:04 Back to Scotney Castle 44:13 Becoming Church Inspector 45:39 Juggling Dozens of Churches 47:22 From Farm Conversions to Ambition 49:50 National Trust Interview Gauntlet 52:04 Taking the Leap to NT 53:39 Starting Then COVID Hits 56:49 Furlough Era Extra Portfolios 01:00:18 Portfolio Reshuffle After COVID 01:01:49 Senior Surveyor Role Explained 01:05:31 Day to Day Surveyor Work 01:10:09 Reports, Budgets and Planning 01:14:06 Balancing Duty and ROI 01:16:43 Stress, Responsibility and Pride 01:20:00 Where to Find More 01:21:18 Publications and BBC Filming 01:25:20 Final Thanks and Wrap Up --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Connect with James Kentorn and learn more: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-kenton-nt/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/james_kenton/ Email: jamesphkenton@gmail.com --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Learn more about the Heritage Buildings Association: https://heritagebuildingsassociation.com Join the conversation: https://heritagebuildings.forum/share/dDYOnkLWJAkaA5xE?utm_source=manual #NationalTrust #ConservationArchitect #HistoricBuildings

    1h 27m

  7. Mar 24

    [HBP#30] - Nathan Goss - Coffins, Castles, & Conservation

    🎙️ You can also access the full Audio version of this Podcast by searching for 'Heritage Buildings Podcast' on Apple, Spotify, Amazon, PocketCasts, and your favourite podcast apps. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Welcome to another episode of the Heritage Buildings Podcast. Host Vincent Reed speaks with conservation carpenter and surveyor Nathan Goss about his unconventional journey from leaving school at 15 with dyslexia into a carpentry apprenticeship in South Wales, early work crafting coffins and staircases, and later restoring historic buildings across the UK including projects at Windsor Castle and Hereford Cathedral. Nathan also shares how television opportunities arose through his friendship with Griff Rhys Jones, his transition into a building surveyor role with the National Trust after a rugby injury, and international conservation work with the World Monuments Fund. Topics covered include: • Starting a carpentry apprenticeship at 15 and early work crafting coffins • Restoring major heritage sites including Windsor Castle and historic buildings across Wales • Life as a travelling carpenter working on castles, cathedrals, and historic halls • How a friendship with Griff Rhys Jones led to television and heritage documentaries • Retraining as a National Trust building surveyor after a career-changing rugby injury • International conservation work and training projects in Ethiopia and Sierra Leone Perfect for conservation carpenters, heritage professionals, craftspeople, building surveyors, and anyone passionate about traditional building skills and historic building restoration. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Below is a more detailed breakdown of the video with relevant timestamps Click the time on the left to jump straight to that section 00:00 Welcome and Catch Up 00:29 School Struggles and Apprenticeship 03:17 Early Joinery and Bonus Wages 05:20 Coffin Making Mindset 09:06 How Coffins Were Built 14:20 Glue and Finishing Touches 16:18 Leaving Joinery for Restoration 21:16 Windsor Castle and Hand Skills 24:24 Heritage Projects Across Wales 27:27 Life as a Traveling Carpenter 29:33 No Photos Back Then 31:10 St Fagans Museum Work 31:42 St Fagans Church Restoration 33:32 Museum Repairs and Fire Rebuild 34:45 Royal Visits and Moving On 35:22 Meeting Griff Rhys Jones 37:59 Pembroke Slate Roof Dilemma 42:39 Friendship and TV Opportunities 44:06 Pilgrims Walk TV Adventure 46:44 More History Shows and Research 51:40 Rugby Injury and Business Collapse 53:39 National Trust Surveyor Path 59:57 Luck Mindset and New Contacts 01:02:18 Ethiopia Palace Project Hook 01:06:20 Mindblown Heritage Moments 01:07:33 Ethiopia Palace Training 01:10:42 Funding Shift Fallout 01:12:53 Family Travel Juggle 01:15:30 TV Work Reality Check 01:21:39 Sierra Leone Timber Rescue 01:26:03 Mahogany Termite Surprise 01:30:03 Future Plans and Wrap --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Connect with Nathan Goss and learn more: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathan-goss-18a0b792/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nathangossconservation/ Email: nathan@nathangoss.co.uk Website: nathangoss.co.uk/ --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Learn more about the Heritage Buildings Association: https://heritagebuildingsassociation.com Join the conversation: https://heritagebuildings.forum/share/dDYOnkLWJAkaA5xE?utm_source=manual #Coffinmaker #WindsorCastle #Ethiopia

    1h 39m

  8. Mar 10

    [HBP#29] - Liberty Watts - March Spotlight: Women in Conservation

    🎙️ You can also access the full Audio version of this Podcast by searching for 'Heritage Buildings Podcast' on Apple, Spotify, Amazon, PocketCasts, and your favourite podcast apps. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Welcome to another episode of the Heritage Buildings Podcast. Host Vincent Reed speaks with Libby Watts, founder of Liberty Rose Architects, 2021 Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings (SPAB) Scholar and 2023 The King's Foundation 35 Under 35 recipient. Libby shares her journey from commercial architecture into listed building and church conservation, and how the SPAB Scholarship reshaped her approach to heritage practice. Topics covered include: • What the SPAB Scholarship really involves – hands-on craft training across the UK • Moving from new-build offices to historic and listed buildings • Starting a conservation practice during COVID • Working closely with craftspeople on traditional materials like lime, lead, and timber • How to structure fees for heritage projects • Winning work through word of mouth, especially church networks • Documenting historic details like lead roof graffiti • The King’s Foundation 35 Under 35 experience • Widening access to conservation and supporting young people into the trades • Advice for getting into conservation architecture Perfect for conservation architects, heritage professionals, church architects, craftspeople, and anyone passionate about traditional building skills and historic building preservation. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Below is a more detailed breakdown of the video with relevant timestamps Click the time on the left to jump straight to that section 00:00 Welcome and Guest Introduction 01:02 Finding Conservation Architecture 03:07 COVID Pivot and Starting a Practice 06:03 SPAB Scholarship Application 07:27 Scholarship Life on the Road 13:08 Plunkett Section: English Country Houses 16:11 Post-Scholarship Practice Philosophy 19:21 Learning from Craftspeople and Site Culture 25:04 Running the Business and Fee Structures 33:11 Winning Work Through Word of Mouth 34:47 The King’s Foundation 35 Under 35 39:40 Bringing New Talent into Conservation 41:52 Heritage for Everyone 42:00 Launching Access Courses 45:41 Teaching and Mentoring 47:30 Women in Conservation 56:34 Church Conservation Project Highlights 01:01:30 Managing People and Project Pressures 01:05:09 Boundaries and Saying No to Clients 01:08:04 Future Practice Direction 01:11:41 How to Get Into Conservation 01:16:20 Social Media and Wrap Up --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Connect with Liberty Watts and learn more: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/liberty-rose-architects/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/liberty_rose_architects/ Email: libby@libertyrosearchitects.co.uk Website: www.libertyrosearchitects.co.uk --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Learn more about the Heritage Buildings Association: https://heritagebuildingsassociation.com Join the conversation: https://heritagebuildings.forum/share/dDYOnkLWJAkaA5xE?utm_source=manual #LibertyRoseArchitects #Conservation #Architecture

    1h 20m
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Welcome to the Heritage Buildings Podcast with your host Vincent Reed, where we bring you in-depth interviews with leading experts, passionate enthusiasts, and industry professionals from across the heritage buildings sector. Join us as we explore captivating stories, uncover the artistry behind historical buildings, and dive into the challenges and successes of conserving our architectural heritage. This podcast is available as audio format across all of your favourite podcasting apps and as video format on our official YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/@HeritageBuildingsAssociation Be sure to join in on the discussions in our forum - https://heritagebuildings.forum Connect with us on social media - https://linktr.ee/heritagebuildingsassociation

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  • Creator
    Vincent Reed
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    36
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2026 Vincent Reed
  • Show Website
    Heritage Buildings Podcast

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