Building Conservation
Building conservation describes how the historical fabric and heritage of a building are preserved.
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The following reports look at architectural styles of the small market town of Skipton, the second report the development of a Statement of Significance for the proposal of works to a Grade II* Listed Church.
Building Conservation Reports
The architectural history of towns and cities
A case study of architectural styles in Skipton
Architecture began as simple buildings constructed by everyday people; these buildings became more complex and grander in scale throughout time. Four key architectural styles will be explored within this report to demonstrate these changes; vernacular, classical, gothic, and modernist. The report will highlight identifying elements that link four featured buildings to these architectural styles.
Statement of Significance
St Peters Arts Centre, Preston
The significance of a building can have a great effect on a variety of tangible and nontangible elements. The following statement explores the aforementioned as supporting documentation for UCLan’s proposal for the repair and conversion of St Peters Arts Centre. The former church is to be considered for greater inclusion within the university's overall masterplan; creating multiple-purpose central information centre, exhibition and theatre. The proposal includes the conversion of the existing building and remedial works to the external façade, guidance is given in response to the significance of the building and best practices.