Business Details
30 Years
experience
Award-Winning Conservation Architects in Norwich
Established in 1996, we are an award-winning conservation architecture practice based in Norwich, specialising in historic and listed buildings. Our team of AABC-accredited architects collaborates with skilled conservation builders and traditional craftsmen to deliver sensitive repairs and adaptations. With over 30 years of combined experience, we prioritise client needs through free initial consultations and detailed project management.Our expertise spans ecclesiastical and historic structures, including churches, castles, and cathedrals, supported by modern digital tools and traditional material knowledge. We maintain strong partnerships with Historic England and grant-awarding bodies, ensuring compliance with heritage standards while achieving practical solutions for preservation.
Services
Historic Building Conservation
Ecclesiastical Architecture
Quinquennial Inspection Reports
Grant Application Assistance
Church Repairs
Heritage Lottery Fund Projects
Architectural Surveys
Listed Building Consent
CDM Principal Designer Service
Traditional Materials Restoration
Details
- Year established: 1996
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of experience in historic building conservation.
- Our team consists of AABC-accredited architects and specialists.
- We collaborate with skilled traditional craftsmen and historians.
- Free initial consultation with detailed project proposals provided.
- Pioneers in Heritage Lottery Fund grant application processes.
Associations and certifications
- AABC
What people say
Professional and efficient service
Successful project completion
Great care taken
Well executed work
Clean and tidy working area
Services
Historic Building Conservation
Specialist conservation of listed buildings, including structural repairs and material restoration. We utilise traditional techniques and materials to maintain historical integrity while addressing modern usage needs. Our team ensures compliance with heritage regulations and grant requirements.
Ecclesiastical Architecture
Comprehensive architectural services for churches, including quinquennial inspections and quinquennial report preparation. We manage repairs, extensions, and adaptations for ecclesiastical buildings, working closely with dioceses and heritage bodies to preserve religious heritage.
Quinquennial Inspection Reports
Detailed assessments of church buildings required every five years by the Church of England. We identify repair priorities, diagnose structural issues, and prepare reports for diocesan committees and grant applications, ensuring legal compliance and long-term preservation.
Grant Application Assistance
Guidance through Heritage Lottery Fund and other grant applications. We prepare detailed project scopes, cost estimates, and documentation to meet eligibility criteria, increasing success rates for conservation funding.
CDM Principal Designer Service
Compliance with Construction Design Management regulations for building projects. We coordinate health and safety planning, manage risk reduction, and ensure regulatory adherence during the pre-construction phase for client projects.
People
Nicholas Warns
Director & Conservation Architect
Director of the practice with over 30 years' experience in historic building conservation. Accredited by AABC, Trustee of the National Churches Trust, and Inspecting Architect for 140+ churches.
Samuel Roe
Architectural Assistant (Part 1)
Part 1 Architectural Assistant with a focus on sustainable and medieval architecture. Joined the practice in 2017 to develop expertise in conservation and restoration of historic structures.
Kelly Kay
Secretary
Provides administrative support with over 20 years' experience in architectural environments. Coordinates project workflows and client communications efficiently and accurately.
Questions
What services do you offer for historic buildings?
We provide conservation, repairs, quinquennial inspections, grant applications, and CDM compliance for historic and ecclesiastical structures.
Which areas do you cover?
We work across the South East and East Anglia, including Norwich, Ely, and St Edmundsbury Dioceses.
What is a quinquennial inspection?
A legally required five-yearly assessment of church buildings to identify repair needs and ensure compliance with heritage standards.
Can you assist with Heritage Lottery Fund applications?
Yes, we prepare detailed scopes, costs, and documentation to support successful HLF grant applications.
How do you ensure project quality?
By combining AABC-accredited expertise, traditional craftsmanship, and modern digital tools for precise, durable results.
