#57: Laura Baron (Purcell) - Sustainability in Historic Buildings

Podcast episode and companion blog post

Laura is Head of Sustainability at Purcell, a practice of architects, heritage consultants and masterplanners working on historic structures. In this episode, we discuss Purcell's work to improve the sustainability of iconic cathedrals and advice for improving the sustainability of historic buildings of all types by taking the right approach. 

Below are some images and links to the projects we discuss in the episode. Scroll through while you listen!

The episode is also available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and other apps.

Canterbury Cathedral

Link to further information on the Purcell website.

Canterbury Cathedral (Source: Purcell)

Canterbury Cathedral (Source: Purcell)

Centre of Refurbishment Excellence (CoRE)

Link to further information on the Purcell website.

Exterior photo of CoRE (Source: Purcell)

Visualisation of CoRE (Source: Purcell)

Newcastle Cathedral

Link to further information on the Purcell website.

Linkedin post from Purcell:

Photos of Newcastle Cathedral. (Source: Purcell via Linkedin)

TED Talk: How to find joy in climate action

Laura recommends this excellent TED Talk.

Bonus! Read Laura’s article on ‘Conservation and the climate emergency’

Link to article on Building Design website.