Heritage Buildings Podcast

Vincent Reed

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. 1D AGO

    [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

  2. 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

  3. 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

  4. 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

  5. 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

  6. 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

  7. FEB 24

    [HBP#28] - Karl-Magnus Melin - Medieval Carpentry, Timber Churches & Ancient Techniques

    🎙️ You can also access the full Audio version of this Podcast by searching for 'Heritage Buildings Podcast' on - Apple, Spotify, Amazon, PocketCasts, and any of your other favourite podcasting apps! --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Welcome to another episode of the Heritage Buildings Podcast. In this episode, Vincent Reed speaks with Karl Magnus-Melin, historic carpenter and craft researcher trained in archaeology at Lund University. The discussion centres on the reconstruction of a 14th-century Swedish log timber church, rebuilt between 2007 and 2021 as a national heritage knowledge project in collaboration with the Craft Laboratory at the University of Gothenburg. They explore medieval timber construction, roof design research, experimental archaeology, traditional axe work, hand-split boards, tool mark analysis, timber species selection, moisture content, and how rebuilding lost techniques strengthens conservation practice and historic building knowledge. Topics covered include: Medieval timber construction and historic carpentry techniquesReconstructing a 14th-century Scandinavian log churchExperimental archaeology and craft-based research methodsTraditional axe work, tool marks, and timber splitting by handDendrochronology, tree-ring dating, and timber provenance analysisRoof construction research and medieval geometryApotropaic marks, taper burn marks, and ritual protection symbols in historic buildingsDriftwood construction in the Faroe Islands and Nordic timber tradeCraft education, heritage skills shortages, and conservation funding challenges This episode is essential viewing for conservation architects, heritage consultants, dendrochronologists, archaeologists, historic carpenters, timber framers, building historians, and anyone passionate about medieval construction techniques and experimental craft research. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 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 & Introducing Craft Researcher Karl Magnus-Melin 01:41 Family Roots: Grandfathers, Churches, and Early Curiosity 03:19 Archaeology Meets Carpentry: Learning by Doing, Not Just Digging 07:42 Burned Medieval Log Church Reconstruction Begins 12:35 Documentation Gaps: Roof, Attic & Research Challenges 17:48 Defining Roles: Leading Medieval Roof Construction Research 22:04 Building as a Knowledge Project for Swedish Heritage 26:32 Splitting Timber by Hand: Species, Seasoning & Tool Marks 35:56 Axe Work, Fitness & the Physical Reality of Medieval Craft 42:57 Rebuilding Lost Traditions: Lessons & Long-Term Impact 45:52 Funding Frustrations vs. Slow Restoration Wins 46:35 Turkey 2017: Inside a 700 BC Timber Tomb 49:39 Ancient Construction Knowledge Across Regions 51:41 Hidden Attics, Soot Lines & Craft Memory 58:39 Dendrochronology Beyond Dating: Forests, Seasons & Sourcing 01:04:55 Faroe Islands: Driftwood, Imported Timber & Burn Marks 01:08:07 Taper Burn Marks & Apotropaic Symbols Explained 01:14:24 Future of Craft Education in Sweden & Final Thoughts --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Connect with Karl Magnus Melin and learn more: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karl-magnus-melin-a318215b/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/timmermanskonst/?hl=en Email: kalle@timmermanskonst.se Website: http://timmermanskonst.se/ --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Learn more about the Heritage Buildings Association: https://heritagebuildingsassociation.com Join the conversation: https://heritagebuildings.forum/share/dDYOnkLWJAkaA5xE?utm_source=manual #MedievalArchitecture #Archaeology #HistoricBuildingConservation

    1h 18m

  8. FEB 10

    [HBP#27] - Faye Davies - Rescuing Britain's Forgotten Buildings

    🎙️ You can also access the full Audio version of this Podcast by searching for 'Heritage Buildings Podcast' on - Apple, Spotify, Amazon, PocketCasts, and any of your other favourite podcasting apps! --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Welcome to another episode of the Heritage Buildings Podcast! In this episode, host Vincent Reed speaks with Faye Davies, a RIBA-registered specialist conservation architect at Burrell Foley Fisher Architects, a London practice with over 40 years of experience in historic building conservation. Faye shares her journey into heritage architecture and her work adapting at-risk and listed buildings for modern, sustainable use. The discussion explores creative conservation, including how complex historic sites like medieval guild halls and roundhouses are unlocked through heritage statements, client education, and practical problem-solving. Faye also reflects on major projects including York Guild Hall and Birmingham Roundhouse, alongside wider challenges in the sector such as training, sustainability, and unqualified contractors. Topics covered include: RIBA conservation architecture and career pathways in historic building preservationCreative conservation strategies for adapting at-risk heritage buildingsProtecting and reusing listed buildings while meeting modern sustainability standardsReal-world conservation case studies: York Guild Hall restoration and Birmingham Roundhouse conservationWriting heritage statements and navigating planning, archaeology, and budgetsCommon challenges in the heritage sector, including unqualified contractors and skills shortagesSustainable conservation approaches for medieval, Tudor, and 20th-century buildingsProfessional advice for conservation architects, heritage consultants, and historic property owners This episode is essential viewing for heritage professionals, conservation architects, RIBA members, historic building owners, planners, and anyone passionate about preserving UK heritage buildings through sustainable and creative conservation. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 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 and Guest Welcome 01:30 Faye's Path to Architecture 04:15 Falling into Historic Buildings 07:00 Covent Garden Slum Stories 09:45 RIBA Conservation Specialist Training 14:20 Wide Portfolio: Tudor to 20th Century 18:30 Repurposing At-Risk Buildings 22:00 Sustainability in Conservation 25:15 Practice Overview (43 Years, Nationwide) 29:00 Heritage Statements & Industry Challenges 35:45 Client Battles and Mediation 41:00 York Guild Hall Project Deep Dive 50:30 Budgets, Archaeology, and Wins 56:15 Winning Tenders: Enthusiasm & Vision 1:02:00 Birmingham Roundhouse Restoration 1:07:30 Craftsmen Shortage & Training 1:12:45 Final Thoughts and Advice --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Connect with Faye Davies and learn more: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fayewatsondavies/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/daviesvsdavies/ Website: --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Learn more about the Heritage Buildings Association: https://heritagebuildingsassociation.com Join the conversation: https://heritagebuildings.forum/share/dDYOnkLWJAkaA5xE?utm_source=manual #RIBAConservation #BirminghamRoundhouse #YorkGuildhall

    1h 19m
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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
    34
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2026 Vincent Reed
  • Show Website
    Heritage Buildings Podcast

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