Georgian and Regency Conservatories: History, Design and Conservation (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781848022829)

Conservatories emerged in the early 19th century as a result of an increased interest in horticulture as well as developments in glass and iron manufacture, and in methods of heating. Drawing on contemporary architects' plans, horticultural publications, diaries and memoirs, this book shows how and why conservatories emerged in the form they did, and explores what they were like inside and how they were used by their owners. The second part of the book focuses on how various elements of conservatories may be conserved.This study will offer practical guidance for practitioners, architects, owners, and those involved in the heritage industry.


Author: Melissa Thompson, Michael Borozdin-Bidnell
ISBN-10: 1848022824
ISBN-13: 9781848022829
Publisher: Historic England in Association with Liverpoo
Language: English
Published: 06/30/2019
Pages: 143
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.08lbs
Size: 9.52h x 6.78w x 0.48d

About the Author

Melissa Thompson has been a Listing Adviser for Historic England since 2010, having previously worked in historic buildings research.

Michael Borozdin-Bidnell was formerly Head of Research and Information at the Georgian Group and is now an independent consultant.