Conservation and Restoration

A superb visual resource for architects and designer needing inspiration for their next renovation project.

An account of the history and magical transformation of the Farsons old brewery in Malta by internationally renowned architects ritchie*studio into perhaps the finest building and landscape Malta has seen for decades.

Timber is a timeless construction material and there is a growing movement to use modern methods to repair and maintain heritage structures. What is the best approach in refurbishing timber-framed buildings and how can a modern engineer understand the approaches needed to undertake these processes?

This book brings together the history of construction, materials and structural elements, with the history of conservation. It explains structural decisions made during the construction process which underlies the damage and collapse mechanisms in masonry for different forms of loading.

This guide to structural assessment and restoration of masonry monuments and historical buildings outlines the techniques, materials and design procedures used in line with international guidance and standards. Particularly considering earthquake loading, it presents principles and practice with case studies.

Presents the history and use of cut, rubbed and gauged brickwork and the use of tools and equipment and the differences between historic and contemporary bricks with a view to inform conservation and restoration decisions. This book will be of interest to architectural historians, architects working on historic buildings and building conservators.

Packed with detailed plans, ideas and case studies for a range of house types and sizes, along with photos and 3D sketches, this book provides you with all the design inspiration and advice needed to embark on a Victorian terrace renovation.