Listen "[HBP#20] - Nigel Walter - Living Heritage: The Art & Challenge of Church"
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🎙️ 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!In this episode, host Vincent Reed interviews Nigel Walter, a leading conservation architect and expert in the philosophy and practice of historic building preservation. Nigel shares his unique journey from art and engineering to running his own practice, Archangel Architects, and becoming a prominent voice in the world of church and heritage conservation.Discover Nigel’s insights on:The philosophy of conservation and the concept of “living heritage”The challenges and rewards of working with historic churches and listed buildingsNavigating the UK’s unique church and secular heritage regulationsThe importance of community, use, and adaptability in preserving historic buildingsSystematizing business for architects and the value of mentorshipThe future of craft skills, training, and the role of heritage buildings in modern societyTune in for a deep dive into the stories, challenges, and evolving philosophies that shape the world of heritage architecture.---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------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 Guest Welcome00:45 Nigel’s Early Career: From Art to Architecture03:00 Entering Conservation and Academic Pursuits10:00 Running a Practice & Business Lessons20:00 Philosophy of Conservation: Living Heritage35:00 Church vs. Secular Heritage Regulations50:00 Community, Use, and the Future of Churches1:10:00 Challenges in Maintenance & Materials1:25:00 Systematizing Business and Mentorship1:40:00 Notable Projects and Case Studies1:55:00 Training, Craft Skills, and the Next Generation2:10:00 Advice for Aspiring Conservation Architects2:20:00 Where to Find Nigel Walter & Final Thoughts---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Connect with Nigel Walter and learn more:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nigel-walter-8a186215/Website: https://archangelarchitects.co.ukChurch Resources: https://churchbuildingprojects.co.ukAcademic Publications: See the Archangel website or search for Nigel Walter on academia.edu---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Learn more about the Heritage Buildings Association:https://heritagebuildingsassociation.comJoin the conversation:https://heritagebuildings.forum#HeritageConservation #ChurchArchitecture #LivingHeritage
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