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Mar 6, 2019
‘Shared Cultures – Shared Heritage – Shared Responsibility’ The International Council on Monuments and Sites (ICOMOS) is a non-governmental international organisation associated with UNESCO, dedicated to the conservation and protection of the world’s cultural heritage places. Since 1965 the body has been pivotal in connecting and creating dialogue between architects, historians and international experts around […]
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Apr 27, 2018
The Heritage Studio at NBRSARCHITECTURE has been providing specialist heritage advice since the 1970s. Committed to creating positive outcomes for significant cultural Places at National, State and local levels, NBRS continues to manage change around sensitive heritage sites. These projects are often within the context of rapid and large scale development. Personal, cultural and societal identities […]
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Aug 9, 2017
The previously run-down house ‘Rothiemay’ has been restored to its former glory with the help of the Heritage team at NBRSARCHITECTURE, providing valuable advice in the restoration process. After facing a long period of neglect, this beautiful house has been conserved in line with good heritage practice. The collective efforts of both NBRS and […]
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Jul 7, 2017
We are pleased to announce Samantha Polkinghorne has been promoted to the role of Associate Director. Samantha leads our strong Heritage Studio of eight dedicated heritage experts who play a significant role in our integrated practice. Samantha brings strength to our leadership team through clear, client-focused attention, driven to create the best outcome for each […]
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Jun 30, 2017
On June 30, 2017 Robert Staas of NBRSARCHITECTURE retired. For 46 years Robert has been a highly valued part of our practice. Not only has he contributed significantly as a heritage adviser, but also as a director, showing leadership in architectural projects, conservation management and business development. Roberts impact on the landscape of architecture in Sydney […]
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Jul 3, 2013
NBRSARCHITECTURE Heritage Team were recently involved in Channel 9’s hit TV show “The Block All Stars” as Heritage Advisers. Our involvement with the development included advice on the local heritage significance of the four circa 1913, semi-detached houses in Bondi that were renovated on the show. The television series recorded the contestant couples in a renovation […]
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Oct 19, 2012
NBRSARCHITECTURE have overseen the meticulous restoration of the 1880’s State Heritage Listed Bell’s Store. The building which had a former life as a tugboat shed when the Balmain peninsular was an active working harbour had been neglected for many years and fallen into a state of complete dilapidation. NBRSARCHITECTURE co-ordinated the restoration works, which included re-instatement […]