We recognise that nobody knows a Great Estate better than it’s in-house team. So our process starts with really getting to know them.
We use their expertise, insights, and knowledge base to inform our specialised and detailed analysis of the structures within the estate.
We start with a detailed assessment of the architectural, landscape and historical elements that define the estate. And we do this by engaging people working on the estate, and by working across teams. This enables us to fully understand the hierarchy of the estate and tailor our approach in the best way.
Our solutions range from small architectural interventions, to estate wide design philosophies.
It’s our knowledge gathering approach and genuine interest in conservation which uniquely sets us apart.
We take great care to thoroughly understand the client’s brief, looking closely at conservation needs and the significance of the historic environment.
● Developing an over-arching understanding of the Estate, its significance and character
● Understanding and consideration of the historic and recent evolution of the Estate
● Identifying risks, threats and opportunities, being mindful of the Estates future ambition and aspirations, to aid development of thematic design guides
● Providing guidance on repair, alteration and new build, including appropriate materials, design and techniques, with consideration to place and people
● User-friendly design guides can be produced through clear illustration and presentation and these can be presented to a wide rangers of users – from those who live and work on the estate to it’s visitors.
"Just scanning through the photographs, an amazing amount of work has actually been done as part of this project and to an excellent quality for which you and your team are to be congratulated."
Trustee, Eshton Hall Management Company
It’s been very exciting to be part of the work involved to bring a 16th Century Grade II listed pub in Northampton back to life. It has had a colourful life, in continual use as an inn since the 15th century, burnt down and e-built twice in the 16th and 17th century but continued thriving through the centuries until it sadly closed in 2018. We are leading the conservation work to refurbish the inn for the Churches Conservation Trust. A recent archaeological dig has made some fascinating finds, to read more about it use the link in our bio.
Thanks to @stuvincent_photos for the images
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Jul 25
Our Associate Architect Amy Redman is just back from a hands-on working party in Alstonefield, Staffordshire. Organised by the Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings (SPAB) it was also her chance to catch up with Scholars on the 2024 SPAB programme
@spab1877 believes that the best way to learn traditional building skills is through hands-on experience and we agree. The working parties offer a unique opportunity to learn from some of the country`s leading craftspeople.
Here`s a snapshot of what we got up to, involving hard work but lots of fun too! Read the full story over on our website.
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Jul 24
Crosby Granger Architects have made three senior promotions in response to our ambitious growth plans and the increasing demand for our heritage consultancy services.
Our award-winning practice has long established expertise in projects involving the care, repair and adaptation of historic buildings, as well as new designs for sensitive sites.
From the scholarly restoration of churches and historic houses across the north of England to master planning for owners of large private estates, Cumbrian clients include the National Trust, Holker Hall, Leighton Hall, Levens Hall and Muncaster Castle. The practice also has clients, including independent schools, in Co. Durham, Cheshire, the Midlands and London.
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Apr 12
We are a team of specialists in our individual fields and act as specialist consultants to other architects who need high-level building conservation advice or technical guidance.
We are engaged as the Castle and Estate architects, researching, investigating, surveying, specifying and over-seeing works.
