What is Heritage and Conservation, Ft. Jonathan Goode at Le Lay Architects

Heritage and conservation architecture asks a different question from new-build work: how do you adapt buildings without flattening the history, craft and character that make them worth saving?Stephen Drew speaks with Jonathan Goode of Le Lay Architects about heritage and conservation work, historic buildings, churches, practice life and the skills needed to work sensitively with old fabric.The conversation covers: What heritage and conservation architecture involves in practice Why churches, schools and historic homes need careful judgement How hand drawing, physical models and technology can work together What aspiring heritage architects should show when applying Where AI may help and where it cannot replace specialist understanding ____▶️ Watch this episode on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qQ4HuOR003w📝 Read the full write-up, with the key takeaways:https://architecturesocial.com/podcast/what-is-heritage-and-conservation-ft-jonathan-goode-at-le-lay-architects/Architecture Social is where architects and designers find honest career advice, insight from practice, and live roles worth applying for:https://architecturesocial.com/The fastest way to get hired is to be better at the things practices actually ask for. Revit, Rhino, rendering, BIM, portfolio work. Our learning partner ArchAdemia is built by architects, for architects:https://archademia.com/architecture-social/Use code ARCHSOCIAL10 for a discount on monthly or annual membership.____Chapters 00:00 Introduction and overview 00:52 Welcome to the livestream 01:32 Meet Jonathan Goode 02:09 Jonathan's background and passion for heritage 02:54 Exploring Jonathan's projects 07:32 Challenges in heritage architecture 14:24 Working with churches 16:25 Advice for aspiring heritage architects 18:14 Starting a heritage architecture practice 19:54 Why a physical office still matters 20:31 Local projects and hands-on heritage 20:59 Challenges and rewards in heritage architecture 21:55 Technology in heritage architecture 22:15 Dealing with tough days in architecture 23:32 AI in heritage architecture 25:42 Hand drawing and physical models 27:33 Hiring tips for heritage architecture 31:55 Future projects and optimism 33:52 Favourite heritage destinations 37:54 Conclusion and contact details (00:00) - Introduction and Overview (00:52) - Welcome to the Live Stream (01:32) - Meet Jonathan Goode (02:09) - Jonathan's Background and Passion for Heritage (02:54) - Exploring Jonathan's Projects (07:32) - Challenges in Heritage Architecture (14:24) - Working with Churches (16:25) - Advice for Aspiring Heritage Architects (18:14) - Starting a Heritage Architecture Practice (19:54) - The Importance of a Physical Office (20:31) - Local Projects and Hands-On Heritage (20:59) - Challenges and Rewards in Heritage Architecture (21:55) - The Role of Technology in Heritage Architecture (22:15) - Dealing with Tough Days in Architecture (23:32) - AI in Heritage Architecture (25:42) - The Importance of Hand Drawing and Physical Models (27:33) - Hiring Tips for Heritage Architecture (31:55) - Excitement for 2024 and Future Projects (33:52) - Favorite Heritage Destinations (37:54) - Conclusion and Contact Information