Uncovering Medieval Recycling: A Spolia Case Study at Wells Cathedral
Article credit: Sonia Harvey (ArchiWest) The reuse of salvaged building materials is a subject well known to building archaeologists and...
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Jan 5
New Years Resolutions
Christmas is a time of year where we often make plans to host extended family and friends to enjoy the festive season with loved ones....
Feb 28, 2023
Uncovering the Roman recipe for self-repairing concrete
The magnificent Pantheon in Rome stands defiant after 2,000 years of being built and is one of the best-preserved of all Ancient Roman...
Jan 9, 2023
Extending a Listed Building
Historic houses are an important part of the cultural and architectural heritage of the UK. They often hold a special place in the hearts...
Mar 4, 2022
Insulating Period Windows
A staggering 38% of British homes were built prior to World War II, with well over 9 million homes built before 1900. With the average...
Dec 20, 2021
Fired up for Christmas - the evolution of the fireplace
Whatever method of heating you chose for your home, as the winter draws in, it is impossible to ignore the lure of a real fire. The...
Sep 14, 2021
Lime Plaster – a quick guide for building owners
From the simplest of shelters to the grandest of palaces it's natural to endeavour to protect one's home, both inside and out, with...
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