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Crenellated Arts specializes in illustration and digital interpretation services for the arts and heritage sectors in the UK, offering tailored solutions for building conservation professionals, homeowners, and enthusiasts. Their mission is to preserve, celebrate, and reimagine the rich architectural and cultural heritage of the UK through innovative visual storytelling. By blending artistry with historical accuracy, the company supports projects that require engaging, detailed visuals to bring historic structures, sites, and narratives to life.
At the core of Crenellated Arts’ offerings are bespoke illustrations and reconstructions of historic buildings and environments. These creations range from detailed technical drawings and watercolour renderings to immersive digital reconstructions. With a deep understanding of architectural heritage and conservation principles, the company ensures that each illustration is both visually compelling and meticulously accurate. Their work often serves as a key resource for conservation reports, restoration projects, and public education campaigns.
In addition to static illustrations, Crenellated Arts provides digital interpretation services designed to enhance engagement with historic sites and narratives. Using cutting-edge tools such as 3D modeling, augmented reality (AR), and virtual reality (VR), they create interactive experiences that allow users to explore reconstructed spaces or visualize changes over time. These tools are invaluable for museums, heritage sites, and educational programs, offering audiences a dynamic way to connect with history.
Crenellated Arts also supports private homeowners and enthusiasts by delivering customized illustrations and interpretive materials for historic homes and gardens. Whether documenting the restoration of a Georgian townhouse or illustrating the original layout of a medieval estate, the company helps clients understand and showcase the historical significance of their properties. These services include creating house histories, interpretive signage, and artistic renderings suitable for personal collections or public display.
Ultimately, Crenellated Arts serves as a bridge between the past and present, making history accessible and engaging for a wide range of audiences. Their work celebrates the UK’s architectural heritage while providing practical tools and resources for its preservation. With a commitment to artistry, authenticity, and innovation, Crenellated Arts stands out as a trusted partner for anyone passionate about understanding and preserving historic spaces.
The Centre for Building Conservation Studies (CBCS) is a UK-based institution dedicated to advancing the field of building conservation through comprehensive education and hands-on training. Established in 2019, CBCS aims to become a central hub for learning and discovery in building surveying and conservation. Their mission is to make conservation accessible to everyone by offering specialised courses and training sessions led by established experts, emphasizing practical experience and the application of the latest conservation philosophies and technologies.
CBCS offers a diverse range of courses tailored to various experience levels, from undergraduates and homeowners to industry professionals. Their programs include informative Continuing Professional Development (CPD) sessions and Level 6 Diplomas in Building Surveying and Building Conservation. These diplomas are designed to provide participants with the skills necessary to conduct surveys of residential, commercial, ecclesiastical, and industrial buildings, as well as to work in property development, heritage sectors, and construction projects. The curriculum covers a wide range of building ages, types, uses, and conditions, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of the field.
A distinctive feature of CBCS's programs is the inclusion of practical experience through site visits and hands-on tasks. Participants attend the Building Conservation Summer School and engage in international study trips to explore historic sites and contemporary conservation challenges. For instance, in 2025, the Building Surveying Diploma includes a trip to Copenhagen, while the Building Conservation Diploma offers a visit to Bucharest. These experiences are designed to provide real-world insights into the complexities of building conservation on a global scale.
CBCS is also developing a dedicated learning center in a Grade II Listed Building in Gosport, Hampshire. This former Royal Navy property is being transformed into a vibrant community space for heritage skills training, arts, and culture. The facility will offer training in various traditional building skills, including roofing, lime work, carpentry, oak framing, stone masonry, and straw bale construction. This initiative underscores CBCS's commitment to preserving traditional craftsmanship and promoting sustainable conservation practices.
For building conservation professionals, homeowners, and enthusiasts, CBCS provides an invaluable resource for gaining practical skills, professional qualifications, and a deeper understanding of historic building conservation. Their flexible approach, combining online learning, classroom instruction, and practical site visits, ensures accessibility and affordability. By fostering a passion for conservation and offering hands-on experience, CBCS equips individuals with the knowledge and confidence to care for and preserve historic buildings effectively.
Triskele Heritage is a UK-based organization dedicated to the conservation, restoration, and celebration of historic buildings and landscapes. With a mission to bridge the gap between traditional craftsmanship and modern conservation practices, Triskele Heritage provides tailored services that empower building conservation professionals, homeowners, and heritage enthusiasts. The company’s work reflects a profound respect for cultural heritage, emphasizing sustainable approaches that honor the authenticity and integrity of historic sites.
At the heart of Triskele Heritage’s mission is the belief that historic buildings are not just structures but living legacies that tell the story of communities, craftsmanship, and culture. The company offers a diverse range of services, including specialist consultancy, condition assessments, and bespoke conservation training. These services are designed to equip professionals and enthusiasts with the knowledge and tools needed to preserve historic structures while maintaining compliance with national heritage standards.
For building conservation professionals, Triskele Heritage provides expert guidance on project planning, materials selection, and traditional techniques. The company’s hands-on training workshops are particularly valued, offering opportunities to learn time-honored methods such as lime plastering, stone masonry, and timber conservation. These sessions not only enhance technical expertise but also foster a deeper appreciation of the skills required to maintain historic buildings.
Homeowners with historic properties benefit from Triskele Heritage’s personalized approach to conservation and restoration. Whether addressing specific issues such as damp management or guiding long-term maintenance planning, the team offers practical, sustainable solutions that respect the character and history of the home. Their advice is grounded in a thorough understanding of traditional building materials and methods, ensuring that interventions are both effective and sympathetic to the property’s heritage.
Triskele Heritage also serves as an invaluable resource for heritage enthusiasts, hosting lectures, community engagement programs, and curated site visits that bring the stories of historic buildings to life. Through these initiatives, the company aims to inspire a wider audience to value and engage with the UK’s rich architectural legacy. In everything they do, Triskele Heritage combines technical expertise with a genuine passion for heritage, making them a trusted partner for anyone invested in preserving the past.
The Victorian Society in the UK is a leading authority dedicated to the preservation and appreciation of Victorian and Edwardian architecture and design. Founded in 1958, its mission is to protect the rich architectural and cultural heritage from the 1837–1914 period, which saw some of the most innovative and iconic building styles in British history. By raising awareness of the historical and aesthetic significance of these structures, the Society plays a pivotal role in ensuring their survival for future generations.
For building conservation professionals, the Victorian Society offers an invaluable resource, providing expert advice and access to comprehensive research and case studies. Through its work with local authorities, heritage bodies, and property developers, the Society influences planning decisions, ensuring that listed buildings and conservation areas are safeguarded. Its publications, such as The Victorian magazine, and detailed reports on architectural conservation issues, are essential tools for professionals in the field.
Homeowners of Victorian and Edwardian properties benefit significantly from the Society's expertise. The organization provides guidance on sympathetic restoration and maintenance practices, ensuring that the architectural integrity and original features of these homes are preserved. Through workshops, seminars, and a network of specialist contacts, the Society empowers owners to make informed decisions about their properties while enhancing their understanding of their historical value.
Enthusiasts of Victorian and Edwardian design can engage with the Society’s vibrant program of events and activities. These include guided tours, lectures by leading historians, and exclusive access to buildings of interest. The Society’s advocacy campaigns also provide opportunities for individuals to actively contribute to the preservation of endangered sites. Membership offers enthusiasts a deeper connection to the rich history of this period, fostering a community of like-minded individuals who share a passion for architectural heritage.
The Victorian Society is more than just a conservation body; it is a movement that celebrates the beauty and significance of Victorian and Edwardian architecture. By combining advocacy, education, and expert advice, it provides a comprehensive platform for conservation professionals, homeowners, and enthusiasts alike. Through its tireless efforts, the Society ensures that the architectural treasures of the 19th and early 20th centuries remain a source of inspiration and pride for all.
Towards the end of the twentieth century many modern movement buildings were demolished, at risk or had changed beyond all recognition. Docomomo International was founded in the Netherlands as a non-profit organization in the late 1980s, and there are now over 60 national and regional Docomomo organisations worldwide.
Docomomo UK is a non-profit organization that is run on a voluntary basis. You don’t need to be an architect to join, just enthusiastic about the Modern Movement.
Docomomo International forms the nexus of over 60 national and regional organisations. It organizes an international biennial conference, co-ordinates specialist committees, and publishes a biannual expert journal. Their website can be reached here.
Docomomo’s main goals are brought together in the Eindhoven statement which was issued at the conclusion of the founding conference in 1990:
- Bring the significance of the modern movement to the attention of the public, the authorities, the professionals and the educational community concerned with the built environment.
- Identify and promote the recording of the works of the modern movement, including a register, drawings, photographs, archives and other documents.
- Foster the development of appropriate techniques and methods of conservation and disseminate this knowledge throughout the professions.
- Oppose destruction and disfigurement of significant works of the modern movement.
- Identify and attract funding for documentation and conservation.
- Explore and develop the knowledge of the modern movement.
Docomomo UK organizes events through a working party of volunteers and new input is always welcome. If you would like to contribute your time, or have ideas for new events please contact us here.
We believe that historic buildings should be constantly maintained and sensitively adapted so that they might be lastingly used and enjoyed. Our work is underpinned by rigorous analysis of the built environment and we place a high value on specialist expertise. Members have comprehensive knowledge of architectural history; conservation; traditional building materials and repair techniques; modern standards and technologies. While every project is unique, our aim is always creative conservation, which means balancing the preservation of a building or place with the need for intervention to ensure its continued vitality.
We are distinguished by our combination of specialist expertise and creativity. Our contribution to the process of managing change in the historic environment and conservation is authoritative and respected by local authorities, Historic England and other stakeholders. Our work has been recognised with over 200 awards, including the RIBA, Civic Trust and Europa Nostra conservation awards.
Donald Insall Associates is a 100% employee-owned practice, comprising over 120 members across eight UK offices.
Our engineering specialists apply the traditional skills and craft to the creation of new-build architectural metalwork and the reproduction of missing elements in historic settings.
Our crafts team work with a wide range of materials including genuine wrought iron, cast iron, steel, copper and copper alloys (brass and bronze), tin, zinc, lead and gilded/decorative finishes, as well as associated masonry, carpentry, joinery and glazing.
Our work can be found anywhere that demands the very highest standards of craftsmanship from architectural ironwork features (such as gates and railings, windows, verandahs and canopies, roof lights and domes, balustrades, staircases and balconies) through to complete architectural structures including iron bridges, conservatories, bandstands, fountains and glasshouses, and industrial heritage machinery (windmills, watermills).
The Studio cares for paintings from initial cleaning, repair and essential treatment to consolidation of flaking paint including lining and necessary retouching. Advice, examinations, Conservation and Restoration work is regularly carried out for Museums and Galleries, National Trust, Historic Houses, Churches, Auction Houses, Local Authorities Fine Art Insurers, Loss Adjusters and Private Clients.
Regardless of quality or value, no painting or paintwork is beyond consideration.
Francis W Downing ACR is an Accredited Conservator.
Since its formation the DSWA has grown in to a national organisation recognised and respected for its work. The national office is based in Cumbria and there are 18 regional branches spread throughout the UK.
What we do - Dry stone walls have been part of the landscape of the UK for thousands of years. The DSWA is the country’s only organisation dedicated to protecting this rich history.
It is estimated that there are over 193,000 km of dry stone field walls in the UK but only 13% of these are in good condition, 17% in an advanced stage of decay and the remaining 70% are derelict.
The DSWA is committed to raising awareness of the importance of our dry stone walls and their heritage to both the general public, land owners and the government. The Association, both nationally and through its network of local branches, runs numerous training courses throughout the year. This ensures the skills required to maintain and build new walls are passed down to the next generation of dry stone wallers.
How we work - Under charity law the Dry Stone Walling Association is governed by a board of Trustees, who are volunteers. The Trustee Board consists of up to twelve elected Trustees and from this number the Trustees elect a Chairman and Deputy Chairman. All the Association’s legal responsibilities lie with the Trustees who formulate the Association’s direction, policies, budget and staffing levels.
There are currently two sub committees:
- The Craft Skills Group, responsible for the Association’s training and certification activities.
- The Staffing Committee, looking at the staffing requirements of the Association.
The Association employs one full time Administrator to manage the day to day running of the national office and an Admin Assistant. The Training and Education Coordinator is currently a freelance part-time post
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Dædalus provides a comprehensive range of specialist services in historic building repair and conservation as either a principal or specialist contractor, including;
- Masonry
- Carpentry & Joinery
- Plasterwork, Plain & Decorative
- Brickwork & Terracotta
- Fine Conservation
- Decoration
- Roofing & Leadwork
- Surveys, Consultancy and Advice
The company’s name Dædalus is, in Greek mythology, the skilled craftsman and artisan; also credited for building the Labyrinth, which has inspired the logo.
From that point Deborah became passionate about the South East’s built heritage and has worked exclusively in the field of conservation, particularly within the field of repair. Whilst employed by professional Architects and Building Surveyors Deborah worked as Contracts Administrator on behalf of English Heritage, on numerous monuments within East Sussex & Kent, and private clients producing drawings and specifications for the consolidation and repair of masonry and timber-framed buildings.
Debbie Abs
Having gained academic qualifications in Building Conservation and becoming an accredited member of the Institute of Historic Building Conservation, Deborah launched her own company, DGC Historic Buildings Consultants in November 2002.
Almost immediately Deborah’s extensive technical knowledge of traditional materials and methods were recognised and she became historic buildings consultant to a number of Local Planning Authorities within the area, appointed to advise on planning and listed building applications, assess information in pursuant of the discharge of conditions, provide training and advise staff within Development Control and Building Control as well as contractors and owners of the implications of works, either repair or new build to the historic fabric.
High-quality workmanship, expertise and a dedicated and sensitive approach to the care of buildings are the foundation of our thriving business. Well known for our exemplary in-house craft trades, we are one of the leading conservation specialists in London and the South East of England, working on some of the UK’s most notable landmarks, including Grade listed buildings, scheduled monuments and World Heritage Sites, as well as parochial churches, country estates and modest memorials. Every project we undertake is treated with passion and enthusiasm that is unrivalled in our industry, leaving a lasting impression on our clients and the buildings we care for.
DBR London was established in 1990, to form a highly specialist façade conservation company to tackle the problems of masonry decay in London.
The early years of the business as a specialist masonry contractor quickly gained momentum with a reputation for quality. This resulted in larger projects being awarded, and DBR London evolving into a Principal Contractor, taking charge of entire conservation projects.
In 2008 as the company grew, it became apparent that DBR’s delivery to our clients required an ‘in house ‘roofing division to compliment our ‘in house’ masonry façade specialism, thus providing a complete external envelope repair service. DBR Leadwork was formed to satisfy this need and soon became successful in its own right as a Principal Contractor for roofing projects as well as a partner to DBR London.
In 2011 DBR Conservation was formed in response to a growing requirement for DBR to undertake entire conservation projects both externally and internally. This enabled us to embody the skills of gilders and conservators for work to historic polychrome surfaces and fine objects.
More recently DBRs progression has seen the forming of DBR Southern, which harks back to DBR London’s roots as a specialist masonry contractor.
DBR is also expanding its joinery service to historic buildings along with fire safety improvements in historic building environments following on from our multi million pound fire safety improvement scheme at the Palace of Westminster.
Additionally we have recently launched our Drone Division flying state of the art UAV’s by CAA approved ‘in house’ masonry specialists.
DBR is also expanding its UK operations and our major projects division with landmark conservation projects including the recent award of the multi million pound external conservation of Liberty London.
The whole DBR group continues to recruit specialist crafts to strengthen and expand our skill base along with dedicated and passionate managers whose mission is to provide an exemplary service in the field of historic building conservation, repair and regeneration.
There will be many more chapters in DBRs journey that will ensure our clients will receive a comprehensive service for their historic buildings, and which will continue to provide a ‘go to’ business that ensures quality and care in a skillful and dynamic manner.
‘Making sure the past has a future’
The practice's heritage team is accredited with the RIBA at SCA level, and with the AABC. The team also advises the National Trust, sit on Chichester DAC to advise the Church of England and support the SPAB.
Cowan Architects is committed to high quality design solutions for historic buildings, and approach each project in a personable manner, with a friendly team who work with their clients to develop projects in a collaborative way. Current projects include historic houses, public institutions and ecclesiastical buildings
The Cowley Commitment – A brief background
We are pleased to celebrate over 80 years of successful trading and our reputation has been built on quality, strong values and dependability. Our fully qualified and experienced engineers, and customer service support staff are readily available to answer any of your questions. We offer a fully comprehensive service comprising of boiler and equipment selection, quotation, installation, commissioning and on-going planned maintenance service for the commercial sector. If you have any specific requirements, then here at Cowley we are solutions driven and always enjoy a challenge!
History
Originally incorporated in 1936 as W.F.Cowley Ltd: Providing a team of workers to assist local government and hospitals, from steam installations through to oil and gas fired boiler plants – the services offered have moved with technology over the generations. The business has steadily grown over the past 80 years, and now specialises in the area of installation, commission and maintenance of commercial boiler plant and systems.
Our Key Areas of Support
Cowley boiler engineers provide commercial boiler installations servicing and commissioning covering London, Kent, Surrey and Sussex. Choosing the right solution for our customers is key and the design and selection aspect of a new boiler or heating system can often prove the most cost effective answer to many of our client’s needs.
We can refurbish just about any type of window or glass panel but our particular area of expertise is leaded lights and metal, or crittall windows, Craft glass can also restore your decorative glass panels and fix broken windows.
Working with contractors on large projects or with private clients on residential properties we take care to preserve the windows that you care about.
Most of the window restoration projects that Craft Glass carry out involve Grade I and Grade II listed properties but plenty of projects involved working with customers who simply just love slim window sight lines or the traditional old leaded light look and want to create features of windows at their property which can’t be replicated with modern style windows.
Old rusty metal windows / crittall windows, flat iron casements are just some of the terminology used, but all metal windows can be restored and outlast the new products available.
In 2002, Nicholas Cragg set up Cragg Management in order to specialise in this field. Our team members are similarly experienced professionals allowing Cragg to provide dedicated Project Managers to each project.
Our company is based near Gatwick airport and we have offices in London (Gatwick), Brighton, Lincoln, Cheshire, Edinburgh and Portugal. Owing to our flexible approach, we can service projects throughout the country: our current portfolio of projects includes those in London, Lincoln, Bradford, Rye, and Leeds. Furthermore, we have worked overseas with projects in Kenya, West Africa and Dhahran, Saudi Arabia.
Crittall are specified for historic and refurbishment projects, replicating and replacing architecturally significant metal windows. We manufacture and supply for new build projects for contemporary, commercial and residential buildings designed by some of today’s foremost architects, working with architects and contractors around the globe.
Crowstep Building Service contractors is based in Ilminster, Somerset. We have operated in the South West area for more than 20 years and cater for both Domestic and Commercial.
We are a small business with a substantial range of services including:
- General Building Work, Extensions & Conversions
- Alterations & Renovations
- New Builds & Conservatories
- Kitchen & Bathrooms
- Electrical & Plumbing
- Carpentry
- Listed Buildings
- Roofing
- Hard Landscaping to include Driveways
Our team use their wealth of experience and knowledge to work with a variety of well established brands. We offer expert advice and guidance through our many sectors and services.
We ensure a high standard of service is offered to all our clients with each process slightly tweaked to ensure a smooth project transition.
The World leader in natural slate - Becoming the world leader in the production and distribution of slate is part of CUPA PIZARRAS founding DNA. Since the first mining development in 1892 our efforts have been centred in investigating new slate deposits and exploring and developing new production techniques. The objective is to satisfy the demand from each country and from each client.
Production process - We have 20 quarries in Spain and 24 processing plants equipped with the most modern technologies that coexists with the traditional knowledge and craftsmanship which have been present since our origins.
The quality and the guarantee of our products are backed up by meticulous control carried out throughout the whole slate production process from the extraction of the slate to the production in our processing plants.
Eco-friendly company - CUPA PIZARRAS’ commitment to the environment shows in the products we make and sell, in the continuous improvements to our production processes and in the innovative construction solutions we have designed, that feature a clear focus on reducing energy consumption and CO2 emissions.