Devon Historic Buildings Trust Conservation Awards - Winners Announced
The aim of the Awards is to encourage all those who work with historic buildings, whether they are Listed or of importance in a townscape or landscape, by acknowledging best conservation practice and good design. The projects in each category were judged on its own merits, and every type of built environment is eligible to apply regardless of size, type or budget. The assessment criteria reviewed the reasoned argument for the work, how the problems were analgised, the appropriateness and honesty of the solution including the integrity of the design and detailing, the loss of original fabric, the monitoring of the work as it progressed on site and the quality of the craftsmanship. For the new build work, the excellence of the architecture and design standards as well as the impact that the work had on its local environment were also considered.
Sue Spackman Chairman of DHBT says, “We were delighted with the range of entries which covered all aspects of conservation, and the projects were located from different parts of the County. It clearly demonstrated the depth of professional skills that we are fortunate to have in Devon. It is also gratifying to see that the owners of our historic buildings are prepared to accept the best advice and employ the most skilled tradesmen to complete the work whether it is their home or a commercial building. The feedback from the businesses which took part has been good confirming that this has provided a platform to showcase all the important conservation work taking place in our county. “
The Awards ceremony, which was attended by over 60 businesses, took place on the 19th October 2017 at Ugbrooke House, Chudleigh, Devon hosted by Lady Clifford, patron for Devon Historic Buildings Trust.
There are four awards categories
Category A – repairs to an historic building or structure
Staddon House, Walkhampton, Yelverton - Winner
Bridge Chambers, Barnstaple - Commendation
Dutch House, Topsham, Exeter – Special commendation
Category B – restoration of an historic building or structure
No 9 High Street, Torrington - Winner
Woodside, Cullompton - Commendation
Category C – new build structure in an historic setting including an AOB or Conservation Area
Lympstone Manor, Exmouth - Commendation
Coombe Court, Moretonhampstead - Winner
Category D - regeneration of an historic building or structure, or the regeneration of buildings in a group
The Butcher’s Hall, Tavistock - commendation
Ocean Studio, Royal William Yard, Plymouth - winner