Grand Mercure proposes alterations and additions to the heritage listed Basildene Manor with conservation consultant Threadgold Architecture.
As a conservation consultant, Threadgold Architecture balances the needs of property owners and a sound understanding of the legislative environment. Recognized for its leadership in conservation architecture, Threadgold Architecture was engaged by the client Grand Mercure as the preferred heritage architect for professional services on the State Heritage listed and National Trust Registered, Basildene Manor which is sited in the heart of the celebrated Margaret River wine region. The alterations and additions to the Grand Mecure hotel site required the conservation consultant to obtain the Heritage Council approval, Shire of Augusta-Margaret River development approval, demolition permit and building permit.
The decisions regarding heritage conservation of the Basildene Manor site by the conservation consultant Threadgold Architecture. The practice’s decisions are informed by the principles of the Australia ICOMOS Burra Charter. The architectural choices were based on an understanding of the key attributes that contribute to the heritage value of the site. The conservation consultant provided well-considered and practical heritage advice to achieve the desired client outcomes at Basildene Manor; liaising with both the State Heritage Office and the Shire of Augusta-Margaret River through the building procurement process.
The practice delivered a detailed building fabric condition assessment of the existing built fabric and Heritage Impact Statement . The architectural documentation of the conservation works was required by the Grand Mercure to accommodate Basildene Manor’s high occupancy rates.
Heritage services include the assessment of heritage values of places managed by the property owners in connection with the acquisition of a heritage place, documenting conservation and restoration works and engaging with the Aboriginal community. Assessment of each heritage place is appropriately measured against the provisions of the Heritage of Western Australia Act 1990 and the Australia ICOMOS Burra Charter.
