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The film, in two parts, provides an introduction to the construction of an early Edwardian terraced house and also examines some of the defects present in the house 100 years later. It explains how the house...
The first of a two part feature on listed buildings, examining the typical range of issues spanning property development, construction and planning. Interviewed on location in Birmingham’s Jewellery...
This film describes the use of limestone as a building material. It also explores its failure, repair and conservation. Topicscovered include: Geology; Quarrying; Carving and Dressing; Laying; Defects;...
Architect John Winter, who has been restoring 1930s modern-style houses in England that have fallen into disrepair, describes the sort of problems that confront him and how he has dealt with them in six of...
Architect Trevor Dannatt, who has designed many university buildings, houses and schools in Britain, discusses his work, the best known of which in the 1960s was the conference centre, hotel and mosque in...
Follows the conservation and repair of a Grade II Listed Regency town house. While focussing on a range of craft techniques, it also explores some of the principles and legislative framework which affect the...
For centuries lime has been the fundamental ingredient of building mortars, plasters and renders. In the 20th Century it was largely replaced by cement and gypsum. However, an understanding of the chemistry...
Profiles the wide range of courses in building conservation techniques, aiming to raise international standards, offered by English Heritage at its building training centre in Hampshire. The second part of...
Examines the renovation of two Victorian houses in Bristol, both owned by Solon South West Housing Association Ltd. Identifies some of the existing defects present in both properties and follows the process...
Explains how the repair and upgrading of traditional windows can add to the historic and financial value of a property, as well as sustaining the historic character of towns and villages. Looks at the...
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