Our Services
We offer specialized consultation and documentation services for understanding, preserving, and managing architectural heritage across Europe.
Historical Analysis
Comprehensive research into a building's architectural style, construction methods, and historical context. We investigate original design intent, trace modifications over time, and document how structures relate to broader architectural movements.
Our analysis examines construction techniques, material sources, patronage networks, and contemporary descriptions. We consult archival records, historical plans, and period documentation to build a complete picture of a building's evolution.
Heritage Documentation
Detailed recording of architectural features, materials, and decorative elements for preservation purposes. We create comprehensive documentation that captures existing conditions before restoration work begins.
Our documentation includes measured drawings, photographic surveys, condition assessments, and detailed descriptions of construction methods. This creates a permanent record that informs conservation decisions and preserves knowledge even if physical elements are lost.
Style Consultation
Expert guidance on identifying architectural styles and understanding their historical significance. We help clients recognize stylistic features, understand their origins, and appreciate how different movements influenced building design.
This service benefits property owners, heritage managers, and researchers who need expert interpretation of architectural character. We explain not just what style a building represents, but why it took that form and what that reveals about its historical context.
Conservation Planning
Strategic advice for maintaining and restoring historical buildings while respecting original design intent. We develop conservation approaches that balance preservation goals with practical constraints and contemporary needs.
Our planning considers structural condition, material compatibility, reversibility of interventions, and long-term maintenance requirements. We recommend appropriate treatments based on thorough understanding of how buildings were constructed and how they've performed over time.
Research Support
Assistance for academic researchers, students, and writers working on architectural history projects. We provide access to specialized knowledge, help locate relevant sources, and review draft work for accuracy.
This service includes guidance on research methodologies, suggestions for archival resources, and expert consultation on specific architectural questions. We help researchers navigate complex topics and avoid common interpretive pitfalls.
Educational Workshops
Customized training sessions for heritage professionals, architects, and building managers. We design workshops around specific topics or building types, combining theoretical knowledge with practical observation.
Workshops can focus on style recognition, construction techniques, conservation principles, or documentation methods. We adapt content to participants' experience levels and professional needs, whether introducing basic concepts or exploring specialized topics.