Author Archives: IHBC

HTN & partners’ research report on community ownership of churches with ‘Bridging the Gap’

Posted on 27/01/2023 by IHBC

‘Bridging the Gap’ represents pilot research, working with community groups, exploring the barriers surrounding sustainable community ownership of church buildings. image: for illustration

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Pevsner series editor & author of new Surrey volume, Charles O’Brien, offers insight into his research trip essentials

Posted on 27/01/2023 by IHBC

Pevsner series editor and author of the newly published Pevsner Architectural Guide to Surrey, Charles O’Brien, has offered an insight into his research trip essentials, along with a selection of must-see architectural gems which you can read about in the … Continue reading →

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IHBC’s Members… with benefits: 20% discount on ‘moisture-related threats’ online course (next on 27/03)

Posted on 24/01/2023 by IHBC

The IHBC is delighted to offer 20% member discounts on the 1-day online course dealing with damp, mould and condensation delivered by IHBC Technical Panel Chair Professor John Edwards and aligned with the recent cross-sector standard supported by the IHBC, … Continue reading →

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Don’t forget: IHBC said farewell to 2022 with top 10 NewsBlogs (so far): Regen, panels, prosecutions and more..

Posted on 24/01/2023 by IHBC

The IHBC’s NewsBlogs resource and linked free email alert service (sign up HERE) form a central part of the institute’s CPD support, guidance and reference for practicing conservation professionals and their sector networks.

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IHBC signpost: Urban Regeneration as a tool for Inclusive and Sustainable Recovery

Posted on 24/01/2023 by IHBC

The report of the ‘Expert Group Meeting on Urban Regeneration as a tool for Inclusive and Sustainable Recovery’ has been published by UN-Habitat.

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IHBC’s HESPR ‘Special Interest News’: Dezeen on favourites from India

Posted on 24/01/2023 by IHBC

IHBC’s heritage business register HESPR – our Historic Environment Service Providers Recognition quality assurance scheme for heritage services – emails members weekly ‘News and Tender Alerts’, and this week’s news Dezeen as leading Indian architects pick their favourite Indian buildings.

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IHBC features ‘Heritage from the (global) doorstep’: Controversial remodel of NGL GI Sainsbury Wing gets green light from council

Posted on 24/01/2023 by IHBC

Plans to make the Grade I (GI)-listed museum wing of London’s National Gallery (NGL) more accessible and sustainable – described by some as ‘ill-judged’ and ‘insensitive’ – have been approved by Westminster planning committee, reports The Art Newspaper. image: for … Continue reading →

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Historic England Refreshes Energy Saving Guidance for Older Buildings

Posted on 24/01/2023 by IHBC

Historic England has launched refreshed web guidance on how to adapt older buildings sympathetically to be warm and comfortable, leading to savings for householders on their fuel bills. image: for illustration only

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Climate Emergency Grant launched by Edinburgh World Heritage

Posted on 24/01/2023 by IHBC

Edinburgh World Heritage is launching a Climate Emergency Grant that will provide funding to private owners and public, private and third sector organisations wishing to carry out targeted energy efficiency improvements or climate change adaptation interventions alongside conservation repairs.

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AHRC welcomes the Design Council to the UKRI family

Posted on 24/01/2023 by IHBC

The Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC) and Design Council are delighted to have announced their new partnership under UK Research and Innovation (UKRI).

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Scottish Civic Trust welcomes new Director Joe Traynor

Posted on 24/01/2023 by IHBC

The Scottish Civic Trust has announced the appointment of Joe Traynor as its new Director, replacing Dr Susan O’Connor. image: Scottish Civic Trust website

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Tara Page announced as new Chief Executive for CIAT

Posted on 24/01/2023 by IHBC

Tara Page has been announced as the new Chief Executive for the Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists (CIAT). image: CIAT website

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IHBC Signpost:  STBA December Newsletter 2022

Posted on 24/01/2023 by IHBC

Sustainable Traditional Buildings Alliance (STBA) reflects on 2022 events and flags the 2023 programme content.

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IHBC welcomes £2.1Bn Levelling Up Fund’s focus on places and heritage for people: £545M (25%) for local ‘landmark’ conservation & £760+M for urban revitalisation

Posted on 20/01/2023 by IHBC

More than 100 projects have share a £2.1Bn allocation from Round 2 of the government’s Levelling Up Fund ‘to create jobs and boost the economy’, including £545 million allocated to conserve local ‘landmarks’ and £760+M to revitalise towns and cities. … Continue reading →

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IHBC congratulates members and networks awarded Honours

Posted on 20/01/2023 by IHBC

The IHBC is delighted to offer particular congratulations to IHBC members receiving honours in the most recent awards – Membership Committee member Kate Dickson (Kathleen Elizabeth Maclean, BEM) and Peter Aiers (OBE) – as well as to all recognised in … Continue reading →

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Spotlight on Context for #IHBC25: Hear from IHBC’s Chair and President on ‘How it started; how it’s going…’

Posted on 20/01/2023 by IHBC

Marking the 25th anniversary of the IHBC – #IHBC 25 – our ‘IHBC at 25’ issue of Context looks back at where today’s multidisciplinary institute came from, how it has evolved and where it might go, and this celebratory NewsBlog … Continue reading →

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IHBC’s HESPR weekly pick: Council seeks design team for sensitive town centre residential site, closing 15/02, £1.3M

Posted on 20/01/2023 by IHBC

The IHBC’s heritage business register HESPR – our Historic Environment Service Providers Recognition quality assurance service – emails members weekly ‘News and Tender Alerts’, and the IHBC Director’s pick for this week features call from a Council seeking a team … Continue reading →

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IHBC features ‘Heritage from the (Irish) doorstep’: Ireland’s empty towns: Dereliction is hiding in plain sight

Posted on 20/01/2023 by IHBC

Whether it’s the ruins of a military barracks in Nenagh, a collapsed building in Mitchelstown, a ghost estate in Abbeyfeale or the not so ‘Grand Hotel’ in Tramore, vacant and derelict buildings represent a legacy of neglect for our physical … Continue reading →

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Welsh Government review of Cadw to be led by Roger Lewis

Posted on 20/01/2023 by IHBC

Wales’ Deputy Minister for Arts and Sport, Dawn Bowden has announced the establishment of a task and finish group which will consider Cadw’s current governance arrangements and how effective they are for its operation and the wider provision of public … Continue reading →

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Historic England Chair sought: 2 days/week, £40K, deadline 16 February

Posted on 20/01/2023 by IHBC

The Secretary of State for the Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport seeks applications for a new Chair of Historic England, with a closing date of 16/02.

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Belfast: £10 million Neighbourhood Regeneration Fund shortlist agreed

Posted on 20/01/2023 by IHBC

21 projects have been shortlisted for a new £10 million capital fund by Belfast City Council. image: for illustration only – IHBCBelfast2018 

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SAVE calls for new entries: Nominate a Building at Risk

Posted on 20/01/2023 by IHBC

SAVE Britain’s Heritage (SAVE) calls for nominations for its Buildings at Risk 2023 update.

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HTN’s Heritage Action Day: England, for ages 10-20, Coventry, 18/02

Posted on 20/01/2023 by IHBC

Heritage Trust Network (HTN)’s, Heritage Action Day is exclusively for young people, aged 10-20, in England and will be in Coventry on 18 February.

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Historic Buildings & Places appoints new Director: Liz Power

Posted on 20/01/2023 by IHBC

Historic Buildings & Places (HBP, formerly AMS) has appointed Liz Power as its new Director, in succession to Lucie Carayon IHBC.

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Disguising solar panels as ancient Roman tiles in Pompeii

Posted on 20/01/2023 by IHBC

Solar panels disguised as ancient Roman tiles or terracotta bricks to match the city skyline is an innovative solutions adopted by the archaeological park of Pompeii and the Portuguese city of Evora. image: for illustration – Evora panorama by By … Continue reading →

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