Intervening in the historic landscape does not start with a blank sheet. We get involved because these sites are failing in some way. How might this landscape become re-energised or even re-imagined for current and future generations? What was, is, and could be its contribution to the locality. How will people use and respond to it? How might we adapt a landscape which used to be full of workers to modern lifestyles? We dig deep to gain a full understanding of the site, its constraints and opportunities and to inform our approach to design and implementation.
Our work in the historic landscape is a collaboration. These places are often well known locally or may have been in the same family for generations. Any changes will be under sharp scrutiny from stakeholders who may need to approve planned changes and who can become important allies in securing their future. These landscapes require a collaborative process involving designers, ecologists, arboriculturalists, planners, heritage experts as well as owners and funding streams. Larger projects may involve engineers and project managers. We can act as a lead member of this team or as part of it. It is a wonderful opportunity to perpetuate a legacy for future generations.
…His ability to take the project from concept to completion is incredibly helpful