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As the Old House Project enters its final phase, join architect Mal Fryer and project manager Jonny Garlick to hear how environmental and other challenges have been tackled with sensitive new design. Learn how the sustainable rammed earth wall oak walkway links the new garage with the oldest doorway in the building, while acting as an acoustic shield for the site. Hidden for many years behind an open fireplace, the discovery of this ornately-carved doorway presented a new set of challenges for the project, which will also be discussed in this talk.

Topics covered:

New Design in the context of repair - the SPAB approach
Addressing environmental challenges and project viability through new design
Traditional materials and sustainability
Responding to the unexpected
Negotiating the consent processes

Light Touch to Old Buildings
Image: Jim Whitbread

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Event Type(s) Talks and Debates
Tickets / Admission £ 20.00
Tickets/Booking/RSVP: www.spab.org.uk/...

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Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings

About The Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings (SPAB) believes old buildings have a future. From cottages to castles and from churches to cathedrals we are here to help buildings and the people who care for them. Through our unique training schemes, courses, advice and research we help people put our expertise into practice.
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