Over a period of 25 years, the practice has provided heritage and architectural services to Melbourne's spectacular Royal Exhibition Building and the surrounding Carlton Gardens, actively contributing to the renaissance of the complex that culminated in its 2005 inscription on
the UNESCO World Heritage List.

All the work has involved exacting and meticulous research.
Projects undertaken at various times include the removal of massive additions, external and internal fabric conservation, and subtle adaptive reuse works. We were also responsible for reroofing works, including the stabilisation and re-slating of the dome, and extensive render repair and reconstruction — the north façade has been largely rebuilt. Inside, the 1901 decorative treatment was investigated and reconstructed and the vast area of the main floor progressively replaced.

The survival of this remarkable building is a result of its
continuous use as a viable exhibition hall, a use which continues today — it now forms part of Museum Victoria's campus. Recent works, including the installation of a lift and the fit-out of a theatrette, are designed to better integrate the building with the Museum's operations.

Our work has also included the preparation of conservation management plans for both the building and the gardens.