heritage architects

South west heritage architects, Threadgold Architecture have been servicing heritage building owners in building conservation since 1994. The heritage architects offer a broad range of professional conservation advice; heritage assessments, conservation management, interpretation, heritage asset management and Heritage Council grant applications.

heritage objectives

The key objectives for heritage architects in conservation and heritage planning should be development of culturally significant heritage places. One purpose of heritage assessments is understanding and guidance of the future building maintenance. The methodology used by our architectural practice to prepare conservation and heritage plans is informed by The Burra Charter Relevant State Heritage Office briefs also inform heritage assessments. When deemed fit, our practice collaborates with professional historians, structural engineers and landscape architects to ensure a comprehensive understanding of a place.

It is vital to understand the history of a site when embarking on building works to a heritage place. The first step is to establish the relevant layers of significance in the history of a place and as the State Heritage Office works with clearly understood parameters – guess work is not an option in heritage matters. Our practice seeks to understand a place’s significance to inform the design decisions of a building development. Site inspections are the starting point to gain an overview of the built environment which is carried out concurrently with an investigation of documentary sources.

heritage process

In conjunction with the State Heritage Office, our practice engages specialist sub-consultants such as historians, archaeologists and heritage engineers. This thorough understanding of a place, informs the opportunities for complimentary building development or building adaption. Interesting building outcomes are achievable when the heritage significance is incorporated at the conceptual design stage of the project. Heritage architects investigations include; original finishes research, materials, composition of traditional materials, decay processes which informs appropriate repair methods.

Refer to the practice’s listing on The State Heritage Office’s Incontact Register for further detail.

Testimonials

Alf Sorbello

“I’ve known Stuart for about 8 years. At all of our consultant meetings I’ve been impressed by his polite, professional attitude and in-depth knowledge of his profession. His prices have always been fair and very competitive. He has a knowledge that can also save you time and money. He will always make an effort to follow things through quickly and advise you so that you may gain the best outcome for your project. With these things in mind I can thoroughly recommend Stuart.”

Director, AS Pty Ltd

John Finlay-Jones

“We commissioned Threadgold Architecture for the refurbishment of our house in Dalkeith for both design and contract administration services. We were delighted with the design which Stuart tendered to a select group of local builders. We were also grateful for Stuart’s contractual understanding and attention to detail which kept the builder focussed on the desired outcomes throughout the building process. We are very happy with the renovations and the enjoyment we now get from our transformed living areas.”

Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Edith Cowan University

Craig Dorrington

“I was very impressed with the ideas that Stuart incorporated into the design for our family home in Perth. Stuart designed a free-flowing open plan living space that perfectly suits our family of four. Stuart listened to our ideas and delivered the brief within the budget constraints. My wife and I would be happy to recommend Threadgold Architecture as a business that still promotes the old values of honesty and integrity.”

Director, Dorrington Plumbing and Gas