Business Details
Expert Conservation Architects in Chichester
Established as a RIBA Chartered Practice in Chichester, West Sussex, we specialise in the conservation of historic buildings, heritage consultancy, and new build projects in sensitive settings. Our expertise spans residential, ecclesiastical, and cultural projects, including grade-listed properties, listed building consents, and heritage lottery-funded repairs. With a focus on preserving architectural integrity, we combine traditional craftsmanship with modern methodologies to deliver solutions that respect historical context while meeting contemporary needs.Our team has completed award-winning projects such as the restoration of Singleton Station, conservation of Cowdray House Ruins, and phased works at St Mary's Church. Recognised for our technical proficiency and client-centric approach, we collaborate with specialist consultants and contractors to ensure precision in every project.
Services
Building Conservation
Heritage Consultancy
Residential Projects
Ecclesiastical Projects
New Build in Historic Settings
Highlights and features
- We are a RIBA Chartered Practice with specialist expertise in historic building conservation.
- Our team has completed award-winning projects for listed buildings and heritage sites.
- We combine traditional craftsmanship with modern conservation methodologies.
- We provide tailored heritage consultancy for planning and listed building consents.
- Our client-focused approach ensures projects meet both historical and contemporary needs.
Associations and certifications
- RIBA
Services
Building Conservation
Specialist conservation of grade-listed buildings, including structural repairs, roof restoration, and traditional material reinstatement. Our work ensures compliance with heritage regulations while maintaining architectural integrity. Projects include Singleton Station's platform restoration and Cowdray House's plaster panel conservation.
Heritage Consultancy
Expert guidance on listed building consents, planning permissions, and heritage lottery applications. We provide condition surveys, repair schedules, and design recommendations for sensitive historic environments. Recent work includes Belgravia's facade lighting design and Plaistow Church's annexe planning.
Residential Projects
Adaptive reuse and extension of historic homes, such as 17th-century malthouse conversions and South Downs barn transformations. We balance modern living requirements with preservation of original features, winning awards for seamless glass links and oak-framed extensions.
Ecclesiastical Projects
Comprehensive repair and reordering of historic churches, including St Mary's Portchester's community hub development and St Nicholas's spire restoration. Our work encompasses roof repairs, timber conservation, and grant-funded projects for ecclesiastical heritage.
New Build in Historic Settings
Contemporary designs integrated into historic environments, such as Chichester Harbour's modern annexe and Dilke House's London campus renovation. We ensure new structures respect surrounding heritage while meeting modern functional requirements.
Questions
What specialisms does Vallis & Hall offer?
We specialise in historic building conservation, heritage consultancy, and new build projects in sensitive settings.
Are you RIBA Chartered?
Yes, we are a RIBA Chartered Practice with specialist expertise in conservation architecture.
Do you work outside West Sussex?
While based in Chichester, we undertake projects across the UK including London, the South Downs National Park, and heritage sites nationwide.
Can you assist with listed building consents?
Yes, we provide expert heritage consultancy for planning and listed building consent applications.
What types of awards have you won?
Our projects have received regional and local authority awards for conservation excellence, including the King of Prussia Gold Medal.
Do you handle ecclesiastical projects?
Yes, we have extensive experience in church conservation, including St Mary's Portchester and Holy Trinity Plaistow.
