Conservation & Heritage
We are Conservation Architects and Heritage Consultants, specialising in sensitive, design-led solutions for listed buildings, conservation areas, and historic landscapes.
Building Conservation & Heritage are at the heart of what we do at Living Space Architects. We are experts in the sensitive refurbishment and alteration of listed buildings with over 20 years experience. Our work carefully blends contemporary design with existing historic fabric whilst retaining the historic sense of place. This ensures every project respects its context, while embracing thoughtful change.
“We believe that heritage buildings are not frozen in time. While listing introduces important protections, it also invites intelligent, well-informed design that enhances both character and functionality whilst respecting significance.”
Kirsty Curnow Bayley – RIBA Conservation Architect & Director
Local & Regional Experience
We’ve worked extensively across Devon, Somerset, Dorset, the South West, and London, in areas of oustanding natural beauty (AONBs) Conservation Areas and accross all Greades of Listed Buildings.
Colaborative Conservation
We work closely with Local Authorities and Conservation Officers to help you navigate planning and listed building consents. Our goal is to enable change whilst respecting the significance of your property; balancing innovation with integrity.
Core Services
🗂 Statutory & Planning Support
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Listed Building Consent
- Conservation Area Consent
- Heritage Statements & Impact Assessments
- Appeals & Enforcement Support
🧭 Strategic Heritage Advice
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Conservation Management Plans
- Townscape & Visual Impact Assessments
🏗 Design-Led Conservation
- Sensitive extensions and alterations
- Adaptive reuse strategies
- Historic interiors and materials guidance
Annexe extension to Listed thatched house
Extension and alterations to Listed Longhouse
Moden Extension to Listed Home in Exeter
Extension And Alterations To A 19th Century House
Stone Barn Conversion – Chagford
Extension to a Cottage in the Tamar Valley
Architectural Restoration of Victorian Terraced House – Mont Le Grand
Refurbishment and Extension at Bantham
Grade II* Alterations, Chudleigh
The Green, Shaldon
Listed Cottage Extension in Thorverton, Exeter
Courtyard House, Southernhay, Exeter
Successful Change of Use & Retrofit of Listed Building in Exeter
Brewery Barn Conversion, Dawlish
Sustainable Heritage Home, Broadhembury
Refurbishment of Grade II listed Long House, Dartmoor
Conversion of Glove Factory into apartments
Exeter Architect Conversion of Historic Listed 19th Century Townhouses
The Hermitage, Shaldon
Rear Extension to Georgian House, Exeter
9 New homes in Converted Telephone Exchange – Tavistock
Extension to Grade II listed Georgian Townhouse, Exeter
Listed Cottage Extension in South Devon
Barn Extension at The Granary, Teignbridge
St Peter’s Church Lewtrenchard
Cornerstones
How we work with you
Initial Consultation – we assess your site, heritage significance & opportunities for change
Conservation led design – blending old and new with context, clarity and care
Planning & permissions – – we navigate listed building consent with confidence
Team coordination – collaborating with consultants, craftspeople & Heritage Specialists
Construction & completion – supporting delivery with technical and aesthetic precision
We aim for clarity, calm and confidence at every stage.Recent Projects
Our portfolio includes:
The extension and alterations of St Peter’s Church Lewtrenchard (home of the Baring & Gould Family)
The refurbishment of a Dartmoor Manor House
Numerous buildings within the setting of AONBs and Listed Buildings
Sustainability Meets Heritage
We believe that Historic Buildings can and should be a part of a low-carbon future. Our retrofit strategies focus on:
– Improving energy performance without compromising character
– Using breathable materials and traditional techniques
– Integrating discreet technologies like solar panels and heat pumps (ASHP & MVHR)
– Enhancing comfort, health and longevity for occupants
Our goal is to help clients future-proof their homes while celebrating their architectural legacy.
Collaborative Conservation
We work closely with Local Authorities and Conservation Officers to help you navigate planning and listed building consents. Our goal is to enable change whilst respecting the significance of your property; balancing innovation with integrity.