The Architect Outlook by Patricia Forero Senior

A construction project involving a historic building requires close cost control. Usually, unforeseen repairs or a lack of knowledge about the structure will lead to overspending. How to mitigate these problems?

Going to Mars or just repairing your old building? They may sound like very different projects, but they both start at the meeting table, where decisions are made. Fear of success can affect progress and stall a project.

Wondering why maintaining your building costs so much?

Ever wonder if it might be about using the wrong materials for repairs that is costing you too much or using the right materials but installed by the wrong people?

El cambio climático nos ha hecho re-pensar nuestros sistemas de construcción y el impacto que la demolición tiene en el ecosistema. Sin embargo, la demolición de edificios históricos no puede justificarse detrás de la excusa que no son adaptables.

Using traditional materials and finding specialist labourers to work on a listed building can be tricky sometimes. However, resorting to more modern materials or unskilled labour can lead to more issues than before.

How to submit a successful application for listed building consent and planning approval

There are national guidelines for submission to intervene buildings and places of historic significance. However, a successful application will require some more effort than just fulfilling the national or local requirements.