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Insight into heritage estate management and listed building repair for SPAB Scholars Day

Jonathan Rhind Architects recently supported the Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings (SPAB) during their annual Scholarship programme for early-career architects, building surveyors, and structural engineers.

JRA Director and Conservation Architect Miriam Kelly, a former SPAB Scholar, hosted this year’s cohort for a series of Cornish site visits focused on estate management and structural restoration. Two Part 1 Architectural Assistants from Jonathan Rhind Architects also joined the group, providing an opportunity for early-career professionals to discuss practical conservation challenges on-site.

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Do I need an Architect to manage my project on site?

What is a Principal Designer, and what is their role on site?
A key question many clients have is, how far does the role of the architect go within the stages of design and construction? It may also seem like a difficult question to ask your architect as it is assumed that we would want our role to extend as far as possible to maintain control and to continue to be employed on a project. It is an important discussion, which we would be very happy to have with you. Below is an explanation of the background and your options. Do call us if you would like to discuss this subject or your project.

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From tired bungalow to stunning contemporary coastal home

Perched on a hillside, moments from the golden sands of Newquay’s famous beaches, sits a bungalow in a stunning position with countryside vistas. The client’s expanding family has outgrown the property, and they approached Jonathan Rhind Architects for a thoughtful reimagining of the building to celebrate the stunning location; maximise the space and views; and create a sleek modern look, in keeping with surrounding developments, while retaining the core charm of the existing building.

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Conservation and reconstruction of thatched cottages after serious fire

After a serious fire destroyed a terrace of four thatched cottages in Dartmoor National Park, we have been working with the National Trust to develop plans for their conservation and reconstruction. The Grade II Listed cottages are an important presence in the village of Drewsteignton, with the oldest parts dating to the early 15th century.

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Team CPD at historic estate regeneration

The finishing stages of our project for regeneration of an historic Devon estate provided the perfect opportunity for the Jonathan Rhind Architects’ team to gather for a Continuing Professional Development (CPD) event at the end of last year.

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Merry Christmas from the JRA team

2025 has been another great year for Jonathan Rhind Architects, with highlights including, project completions, Continuing Professional Development, team member news and an office move.

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A thoroughly modern barn conversion

A recent piece in The Telegraph celebrated the lifestyle afforded to Lucy and Beetle Rhind thanks to their beautifully converted…

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Jonathan Rhind Architects welcomes new faces

We are delighted to welcome three new Architects to the Jonathan Rhind Architects team. Bethan Thomas, Helena Sarney and Sarah Payton bring a wealth of experience and diverse interests to the Devon and Somerset studios.

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Conserving a ruin

As conservation architects, a large proportion of our work involves the repair and adaption of historic buildings in the context of modern use; to ensure that the building is relevant for users to live in / use with the comfort of sensitive modern interventions.

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Sustainability Series - Blog 3 How do you become more sustainable?

So far, in our bite-size sustainability series we have looked at the effect of site constraints and client priorities on a project and how we adopt strategies and design principles to respond. Now we look at possible approaches to meet the aims of stakeholders.

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Conservation Architecture in the Southwest

Last week Director Jonny Poland spoke to students at Cambridge University about opportunities to work in Conservation architecture in the beautiful Southwest on some of the UK's most prestigious heritage buildings.

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Measuring emissions data to reduce carbon

We are currently publishing our series of sustainability blogs to help clients consider the best options for their building project; helping to ensure they have the right tools to make responsible choices regarding the carbon footprint of their project and to inform them of the sustainable options available.

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We are Recruiting

We are expanding our team, and are looking for people who are passionate about the conservation of historic buildings and…

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New life for Grade I listed Manor

Grade I listed Wortham Manor, a Landmark Trust holiday accommodation property, has undergone significant refurbishment to improve energy efficiency and…

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DIY in the Somerset Studio

Senior Architectural Technologist and DIY whizz David Bridges, installed the pin board in our Somerset studio's newly decorated meeting room.

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