Heritage Consultancy

Our team of Conservation Architects provide research and advice to help unlock development and guide our clients through the planning process, identify opportunities and interventions and enable positive change.

Creative Conservation

We specialise in the creative reuse of buildings and work in sensitive areas that include delicate landscapes, urban centres and historic buildings of outstanding national importance.

Sustainability

For over 50 years we have advocated for the constructive reuse and pragmatic conservation of existing buildings. Our expertise includes balancing sensitive and adaptive conservation with energy efficiency improvements.

We have been privileged to be able to breath new life and opportunities into so many historically significant places. We bring together conservation excellence and creative design to unlock opportunities to sustain and enhance historic and buildings. Working closely with their custodians we bring experience and an understanding of the significance and value of the historic built environment into all that we do.

Our conservation services are tailored to match the needs of each project and include the repair, alteration and reuse of historic and listed buildings in both the public and private sectors. Working on renowned and internationally recognised buildings our task is to preserve their character, adapt them to new standards of energy efficiency but also provide them with a new life in a contemporary context.

Meet our Conservation and Heritage Experts

Senior Architect
Paul Perry
BA(Hons) DipArch DipCons ARB RIBA-SCA AABC The practice’s conservation... Read More

BA(Hons) DipArch DipCons ARB RIBA-SCA AABC

The practice’s conservation expertise was strengthened in 2003 to include architect Paul Perry, who holds a Post Graduate Diploma in Building Conservation from the Architectural Association. He is included in the highest category of the RIBA Conservation Register, Specialist Conservation Architect and is also included in the Register of Architects Accredited in Building Conservation.

The accreditation of Specialist Conservation Architect (SCA) means Paul has highly specialist skills in one or more aspects of conservation and is suitably qualified to work on historic buildings of outstanding national importance, such as Grade I and II* listed buildings or scheduled monuments.

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Senior Architect
Emma Hosking
BA (Hons) BArch (Hons) ARB RIBA CA Emma studied at the Canterbury School of... Read More

BA (Hons) BArch (Hons) ARB RIBA CA

Emma studied at the Canterbury School of Architecture before joining Poynton Bradbury Wynter Cole Architects in July 2000 and completing her training with Plymouth University in 2003. She has a wide range of experience leading on projects encompassing public buildings, schools, community buildings and historic properties with diverse and complex client groups ranging from local authorities to charity-based community groups and the private sector. 

After qualifying as an architect, Emma went on to study architectural conservation undertaking personal study with understandingconservation.org and the RIBA training courses, leading to formal recognition on the RIBA Conservation Register. 

Emma has a broad range of experience on domestic and commercial projects including historic research, inspection reporting, planning, detailed specification, production drawings and client advisory services. Emma has worked on both Duchy of Cornwall and National Trust land covenants, UNESCO World Heritage Sites, grade I, II* and II properties and other locally designated assets.

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Senior Architect
Laura Highton
BSc(Hons)  MArch  ARB  RIBA-SCA AABC Laura joined PBWC Architects in 2023 and... Read More

BSc(Hons)  MArch  ARB  RIBA-SCA AABC

Laura joined PBWC Architects in 2023 and brings a wealth of experience to the practice. She is an Accredited Conservation Architect (AABC). Laura’s expertise lies in the adaptive re-use of existing buildings, and she is particularly skilled at bringing new life and contemporary design into historic buildings and settings.

Her portfolio includes large scale community and public buildings such as museums, visitor centres and libraries up to the value of £25m, as well as smaller scale projects including bespoke residential and house renovations.

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Senior Architect
Matt Wills
BSc(Hons)  BArch  DipArch  DipCons  ARB  RIBA Matt has been with Poynton... Read More

BSc(Hons)  BArch  DipArch  DipCons  ARB  RIBA

Matt has been with Poynton Bradbury Wynter Cole since 2018, following 13 years working in local practices in Cornwall.

Matt has experience of leading extra-care housing, care and retirement living projects, as well as social and private housing, schools and hospital projects.  He has a particular interest in health and wellbeing and how good design can improve the lives of building occupants and users. Matt has a postgraduate diploma in conservation and has gained specialist skills and knowledge through working on a number of listed and historically important ecclesiastical projects.

Matt is also the practice’s Employee Owned Trust employee representative, ensuring that the ethos and direction of the practice is to the benefit of all. Following his role of RIBA Cornwall Branch Chair in 2014 Matt remains the RIBA Branch Treasurer.

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Architectural Assistant
Milly Sailsbury
BA (Hons)  DipLSA  Milly is a Part II Architectural Assistant with experience... Read More

BA (Hons)  DipLSA 

Milly is a Part II Architectural Assistant with experience in architecture, the public realm and landscape design and research. She joined PBWC Architects in 2022 and since graduating from the University of Plymouth in 2012 has worked on projects in the Southwest, London, Athens, and Australia.

Designing in diverse contexts has sparked a particular interest in place and vernacular architecture. Throughout her work, there has always been a focus on the adaptive reuse of buildings and spaces to make them sustainable, relevant and useful to our changing needs.

Milly is one of the founding cohort of the London School of Architecture and graduated with distinction. Her thesis explored our relationship with public buildings. She enjoyed being part of developing the culture at the school which seeks to bring architectural education and employment together in a collaborative environment.

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Conservation Architects

Our specialism in conservation and heritage services are meticulously crafted to align with the unique requirements of every project. This encompasses the precise repair, skilful alteration, and thoughtful reuse of historic and listed buildings across both the public and private sectors.

Our commitment extends beyond restoration; it's a dedication to preserving the essence of each building whilst meeting contextual demands. Whether we’re entrusted with a public landmark or a private architectural property, our approach is tailored to safeguard the intrinsic value and historical significance embedded in these beautiful buildings.

By seamlessly blending expertise in conservation with an understanding of heritage nuances, we ensure that each project becomes a harmonious fusion of the past and the present. Our approach not only upholds the integrity of historical structures but also contributes to the vitality of the surrounding communities. Our services go beyond construction – they serve as a bridge connecting the legacy of the past with the needs of the future, ensuring that our cultural heritage stands resilient and relevant.

If you have a specific enquiry or if there's anything further you'd like to explore with us, please contact our team – we’re here to assist in every aspect of your project.