Issue 36 2023 - Journal - Page 3
Editorial
Welcome to issue 36 of Conservation and Heritage Journal
In this issue we feature the world-renowned landmark, Battersea Power Station, which has opened to
the public following a transformational eight-year restoration, alongside a new pedestrianised high
street, Electric Boulevard. The project includes the Power Station’s historic Turbine Halls along with
retailers including; Nike, Uniqlo, Mulberry, Hugo Boss, Theory, Mango, Battersea Bookshop, a new
neighbourhood bookstore from Stanfords, and many more.
We highlight the internal brick and faience restoration packages which rank as one of Szerelmey’s most
special projects. The size and scale of the project alone, which continued for 3 years transforming a
derelict shell into a vibrant space.
On page 15 we feature the fibrous plastering and lime plastering carried out by Artisan at the Grand
Hotel in Birmingham. Artisan are named as winner of the Heritage Plastering category of the Finishes
& Interiors Sector (FIS) 2022 Contractors Awards.
Ecology and economics go hand in hand and Clement Steel Windows explore ways to increase the
energy efficiency of their properties, in order to make them more sustainable and avoid incurring
increased costs, it is worth noting that old windows and doors can be among the most common causes
of poor temperature control within a building.
Delivering sensitive project management in conservation and heritage, the challenges, rewards and
future are outlined by the Clarkson Alliance on page 34.
We also feature articles by BAFRA and ACA also, Tower Wood Cottage, a sensitive conversion of a
Grade II Listed Barn, adjacent to Lake Windermere in the heart of the Lake District National Park, by
Chetham Architecture Design. As well as Vapourmist whose innovative fire safety work at West
Horsley Place, historic manor in Surrey has won national praise.
If you have a project that you wish to be featured please contact us via the email below.
Nigel Hector
Publisher
nigel@consandheritage.com
Contact Editorial:
nigel@consandheritage.com
Art direction and design, Chris Connelly - chris.connelly@expertwitness.co.uk
T: 0161 834 0017 F: 0161 834 0018 W: www.consandheritage.co.uk
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