OUR
ETHOS
At the heart of our company lies a deep-seated reverence for architectural history and the environment. Founded in 1999, we have dedicated ourselves to the task of preserving the built heritage. Our ethos is built around the belief that historic buildings are not just structures but storied monuments that hold the legacy and culture of our past. By blending meticulous restoration and repair with modern innovation, we ensure that these architectural gems continue to enrich our lives. Our unique approach to development, focused on sustainability and heritage conservation, sets us apart as pioneers in revitalising historic buildings for future generations.
PRESERVATION OF BUILT HERITAGE
We preserve historical buildings with integrity, infusing new life while maintaining their storied past, enriching communities.
SUSTAINABLE INNOVATION
Our projects blend sustainability with design, focusing on eco-efficiency and longevity, ensuring our developments are future-ready.
COMMITMENT TO EXCELLENCE
Our focus on detail and quality sets us apart, making us leaders in revitalising historic and creating new structures for tomorrow's use.
Founded in 1999, an award-winning developer with a proud association with the built heritage.
Specialising in finding uses for historic buildings that may have outlived their original purpose and in need of new life, our objective is to save them from falling further into disrepair and neglect. This may involve retaining or reverting back to residential use - or introducing it for the first time, which often affords us the opportunity to create some incredibly unusual and extraordinary living spaces. We firmly believe this provides the optimal, most viable and sustainable solution to secure the long term future of these architectural wonders.
Established primarily as a design-led developer, our passion for period buildings in any shape or form has led us to where we are today, widely recognised in the field of heritage conservation.
With these exceptional buildings as our backdrop, we seek to preserve and enhance their historic fabric with appropriate detailing and finishing to the highest of standards. Each project is carried out with a clear vision to deliver perfection while pushing the barriers to provide the very best in bespoke and stylised living environments.
Over time, we have also had the opportunity to create our own legacy by building new homes within a conservation project. We like to think these may just become the heritage of the future.
We are passionate about what we do. These magnificent buildings are irreplaceable and we are honoured to have the opportunity to work with them. In doing so, our distinct aim is to save them for the future while allowing you the pleasure of becoming a proud custodian of our built heritage.
Russell Prince | Founder
WINNER | INTERNATIONAL GREEN APPLE (GOLD) AWARD FOR THE BUILT ENVIRONMENT AND ARCHITECTURAL HERITAGE
Our commitment to preserving architectural heritage while embracing sustainable practices was honoured in 2006 when we received the prestigious International Green Apple (Gold) Award for the Built Environment and Architectural Heritage. This accolade is a testament to our dedication to excellence in restoring and converting historic buildings into vibrant residential spaces that respect their original essence and ensure their sustainability for years to come.
