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
We led the careful conservation of the Grade II* listed Moot Hall, in Appleby-in-Westmorland 🏛️
We undertook a full condition survey and developed a detailed schedule of repairs - reversing years of harmful interventions.
Key works included:
👉 Removal of impermeable cement render.
👉 Reapplication of traditional hot-mixed lime render and limewash, addressing widespread damp and decay.
Funded in part by Historic England under the Appleby Heritage Action Zone programme, the project also saw careful repairs to historic joinery, plasterwork, slate roofs, and drainage systems - preserving the building’s civic role for future generations ✨
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Aug 4
Set within the dramatic Western Lake District National Park, Muncaster Castle has been home to the Pennington family since 1208. As Castle and Estate Architects, Crosby Granger Architects continues to safeguard this Grade I listed landmark and its Grade II* gardens through ongoing surveys, conservation works, and strategic development projects 🏰🌿
From repairing vulnerable granite masonry with hot-lime mortars to exploring new ways to enhance the visitor experience, our work spans over 100 estate buildings and the wider historic landscape. Recent feasibility studies include options to transform the North Service Yard and North Tower into either self-catering apartments or a textile conservation workshop and museum 🏗️
We are proud to help secure Muncaster’s legacy while carefully shaping its future for generations to come.
Do you have a heritage building project of your own? Get in touch with us through the link in our bio 🔗
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Jul 19
How can new design coexist with historical surroundings? 💭
Through thoughtful integration, modern design and heritage can work in harmony:
✨ Symbiosis - blending new forms with old foundations
🔍 Context is key - new additions should respect their setting
🏛 Adaptive reuse - preserving character while repurposing spaces
🛠 Structural integrity - honoring the past, building for the future
We help clients navigate this balance with expertise and care. Find out more about what we offer through the link in our bio 🔗
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Jul 2
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 have been appointed architects for Muncaster Castle, and conducted a series of ongoing conservation work to protect this Grade I listed historic site. Our research, condition surveys, and restoration efforts ensure the longevity of this architectural treasure. This project highlights our expertise in heritage stewardship, maintaining the castle’s legacy while enhancing its visitor experience.
