IHBC Area of competence – Management
RIBA Conservation Forum 2023: Dealing with Complexity
The topic of this year’s RIBA Conservation Forum is ‘Dealing with Complexity. The Forum aims to cast aside the contrived effortlessness that dominates architectural communication to clients and magazines alike to take a deeper look into how architects deal with complexity in investigation and decision making with heritage buildings. Problems produce solutions it is argued, … Continue reading RIBA Conservation Forum 2023: Dealing with Complexity
CHF – Helen Ashby and Colonel Steve Davies, ‘Da train fo Bo ….’
Helen Ashby and Colonel Steve Davies, ‘Da train fo Bo ….’, chaired by Isatu Smith Wednesday 13 December, 6pm GMT Helen was Head of Knowledge and Collections at the National Railway Museum and is now a freelance heritage consultant. She was awarded the OBE for services to railway heritage in 2010 and in 2014 she … Continue reading CHF – Helen Ashby and Colonel Steve Davies, ‘Da train fo Bo ….’
LHBT – HOW TO: Manage a heritage project
This 45-minute session (inc. 15-minutes for Q&A) is led by Hannah Southgate from London Historic Buildings Trust. Managing a heritage project, no matter the size, is a discipline in itself. There are particular sensitivities, complexities and actions that only come with a project involving heritage, especially if you are looking to be funded by organisations … Continue reading LHBT – HOW TO: Manage a heritage project
WM Branch – ‘The Conservation Hour’ – Legislation and Policy
Competency: Legislation and policy with Nick Dutton, Associate Heritage Building Surveyor, Pick Everard
VAG – Winter Conference 2023/4: New developments in dendrochronology and its impact on vernacular architecture
College Court, University of Leicester Knighton Rd, Knighton, Leicester, United KingdomThe Vernacular Architecture Group Winter Conference 2023/4: New Developments in Dendrochronology and its impact on Vernacular Architecture Dates: Saturday 6th and Sunday 7th January 2024 Venue: College Court Conference Centre, Knighton Road, Leicester LE2 3UF The next winter conference will be held at College Court, University of Leicester. There have been significant developments in dendrochronological … Continue reading VAG – Winter Conference 2023/4: New developments in dendrochronology and its impact on vernacular architecture
WM Branch – ‘The Conservation Hour’ – Finance and Economics
Competency: Finance and economics with Kate Martyn, Practice Director (Manchester) Donald Insall Associates
LPOC – Masterclass and workshops: Damp, Timber infestation, Rot & Structural Movement
Olympia London Hammersmith Road, LondonWorking with 2 leading experts we are creating a new hands-on masterclasses and workshop learning how to tackle these common problems in your home. The workshop will cover the common structural problems faced with historic buildings including timber decay, overloading, poorly considered alterations, and inappropriate use of materials for repairs. Solutions will be set out … Continue reading LPOC – Masterclass and workshops: Damp, Timber infestation, Rot & Structural Movement
HES Engine Shed – Lime Mortar: Principles and Practices
Engine Shed Forthside Way, Stirling, United KingdomThursday 8 February 2024, 9.30am - 1.30pm or 9.30am - 4.00pm Event Description Lime is a traditional bedding and pointing material in Scotland’s historic built environment. These three morning talks will start with the basic principles of processing raw limestone or shells into mortar and plaster. We will also share current best practice and the … Continue reading HES Engine Shed – Lime Mortar: Principles and Practices
HES Engine Shed – Scottish Roofing: Materials and Practices
Engine Shed Forthside Way, Stirling, United KingdomThursday 22 February 2024, 9.30am - 1.30pm or 9.30am - 4.00pm Event Description Natural slate, lead and iron have been used to cover (and sometimes decorate) traditional Scottish buildings for generations. Our three morning talks will introduce you to the methods and materials traditionally used in Scotland for roofing. We will also discuss the prospects … Continue reading HES Engine Shed – Scottish Roofing: Materials and Practices
HTVF – Creating Vibrant Villages and Towns: The Current View
Our next webinar takes place on Thursday 22 February: Creating Vibrant Villages and Towns: The Current View. 1pm-2.30pm on Zoom This webinar will explore aspects of heritage in planning and conservation of the built environment, using the past to provide context for the present. Speakers:David McDonald, Chair of the Institute of Historic Building Conservation (IHBC) & Heritage … Continue reading HTVF – Creating Vibrant Villages and Towns: The Current View