Business Details
30 Years
experience
Expert Conservation Architects in Norwich
Established in 1996, our practice has grown into an award-winning team of conservation architects specialising in historic and listed buildings. We prioritise client needs through a collaborative approach, offering free initial consultations and detailed project planning. Our expertise spans ecclesiastical and historic structures, combining modern systems with traditional craftsmanship. We hold AABC accreditation and have completed over 30 years of heritage projects, including churches, castles, and cathedrals.Our team includes Nicholas Warns, a registered AABC architect with 20+ years of quinquennial inspection experience, and skilled professionals in CAD, historical research, and material conservation. We maintain strong partnerships with Historic England and grant-awarding bodies, ensuring compliance with conservation standards. Our work has received accolades such as the Angel Awards, reflecting our commitment to preserving architectural heritage while meeting contemporary needs.
Services
Historic Building Conservation
Church Restoration
Quinquennial Inspections
Grant Application Assistance
Architectural Surveys
CDM Principal Design
Roof Repairs
Monument Preservation
Details
- Year established: 1996
Highlights and features
- We are AABC accredited architects with 30+ years of heritage building expertise.
- Our team includes quinquennial inspection specialists for church conservation.
- We offer free initial consultations with detailed project proposals.
- We combine modern CAD systems with traditional materials knowledge.
- We have successfully managed Heritage Lottery Funded projects.
Associations and certifications
- AABC
What people say
Excellent customer care
Professional and courteous service
Successful completion
Clean and tidy
Well executed
Services
Historic Building Conservation
Specialist conservation of listed buildings using traditional materials and techniques. Our team addresses structural repairs, material analysis, and compliance with heritage regulations. We collaborate with historians and craftsmen to ensure authentic restoration while integrating modern functionality.
Church Restoration
Comprehensive restoration services for churches, including quinquennial inspections, roof repairs, and liturgical space adaptations. We work closely with dioceses and grant bodies to secure funding and execute sensitive conservation work.
Quinquennial Inspections
Mandatory five-year inspections for church buildings, identifying repair priorities and compliance issues. Our reports assist parochial councils in securing grants and maintaining structural integrity while preserving historical authenticity.
Grant Application Assistance
Guidance through Heritage Lottery Fund and other grant applications. We prepare detailed project scopes, cost assessments, and compliance documentation to maximise funding success for conservation projects.
Architectural Surveys
Detailed building condition surveys with repair recommendations and cost estimates. Our surveys include measured drawings, material analysis, and compliance checks for planning and conservation purposes.
People
Nicholas Warns
Director & Conservation Architect
Director of the practice with 30+ years of conservation expertise. Registered AABC architect, Inspecting Architect for 140+ churches, and active trustee of the National Churches Trust. Specialises in heritage building repairs and grant-funded projects.
Samuel Roe
Architectural Assistant (Part 1)
Part 1 Architectural Assistant focusing on sustainable and medieval structure conservation. Joined the practice in 2017, contributing to CAD modelling and heritage project documentation.
Kelly Kay
Secretary
Administrative lead with 20+ years of architectural sector experience. Coordinates project timelines, client communications, and documentation management to ensure efficient project delivery.
Questions
What specialisms do Nicholas Warns Architects offer?
We specialise in conservation architecture for historic buildings, including churches, castles, and listed structures. Our services cover quinquennial inspections, grant applications, and traditional material repairs.
Are you accredited for conservation work?
Yes, we are AABC Accredited Architects, qualified to lead heritage projects and assist with Heritage Lottery Fund applications.
How do you handle church building projects?
We provide quinquennial inspections, repair planning, and grant support for churches across multiple dioceses, working closely with clergy and heritage bodies.
What areas do you serve?
We operate across the South East and East Anglia, with projects in Norfolk, Suffolk, Lincolnshire, and beyond.
Can you assist with listed building consents?
Yes, we manage planning applications, listed building consents, and compliance documentation for heritage structures.
Do you offer initial consultations?
We provide free one-hour initial consultations to discuss project requirements and propose tailored architectural solutions.
