🎙️ You can also access the full Audio version of this Podcast by searching for 'Heritage Buildings Podcast' on - Apple, Spotify, Amazon, PocketCasts, and any of your other favourite podcasting apps! ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Welcome to another episode of the Heritage Buildings Podcast! Join Vincent in a captivating conversation with Doug Evans, a seasoned architect specialising in historical and heritage buildings. Doug recounts his journey from a young architecture student to a renowned expert in the conservation of historic buildings. From his inspiring first trip to Rome as a student to significant projects like Wakefield Cathedral and Great Dixter, Doug shares valuable insights and experiences. The discussion also touches on the importance of traditional craftsmanship, the intricacies of conservation work, and the rewarding yet challenging aspects of working in this unique field. Whether you're an architecture enthusiast or keen on heritage conservation, this episode offers a wealth of knowledge and inspiration. Don't miss Doug's reflections on his illustrious career and his advice for aspiring architects.---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Below is a more detailed breakdown of the video with relevant timestampsClick the time on the left to jump straight to that section00:00 Introduction and Greetings00:19 Reconnecting and Reminiscing01:53 Doug's Journey into Architecture03:08 The Rome Experience05:20 Early Career Challenges08:05 Finding Passion in Historic Buildings17:18 Postgraduate Studies and Career Growth23:30 Transition to Private Sector36:22 Navigating Economic Downturns39:55 Consulting for English Heritage56:13 Balancing Family and Work Life56:44 Challenges of Working Alone57:06 The Dartmouth Castle Incident01:01:32 Consulting Projects and Discoveries01:10:47 Great Dixter Project01:25:00 Ecclesiastical Projects and Cathedrals01:35:49 Retirement and Knowledge Sharing01:43:53 Final Thoughts and Advice---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Connect with Doug Evans using the links below:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/doug-evans-761b1697/?originalSubdomain=ca ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Click here to find out more about the Heritage Buildings Association - https://heritagebuildingsassociation.comClick here to join the conversation - https://heritagebuildings.forum#HistoricArchitecture #BuildingConservation #ArchitectTalks

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