Purpose & Direction

Management, Activation, Conservation

Heritage places thrive when they have clear purpose and direction. We work with our clients to unlock the potential of cultural and natural places, to support their conservation and to aid their effective management.

Every place is unique; every place requires bespoke solutions. Our approach sees us regularly partnering with communities and stakeholders to deliver meaningful change and to safeguard what they value. We seek to deliver outcomes that meet real needs, anchored in the place, whether that is focused on conservation, or activation, or development.

We are well known for our work with World Heritage Sites and have a clear understanding of the challenges and opportunities that inscription brings. We also support places valued at a national and local level, and we work across the world, always adapting our approach to the differing circumstances and challenges.

Ras Al Khaimah (RAK)

Services Offered

Bespoke strategic and practical solutions for conserving and activating key assets.

Options & Feasibility Studies

Masterplans

Interpretation & Activation Planning

Management Plans

Business & Operational Planning

Conservation Management Plans

Design & Development Guidance

Setting Studies & Analysis

  • AlUla Heritage Masterplan

    Home to iconic sites like the Hegra World Heritage Site and associated ancient sites, AlUla is redefining cultural tourism. We developed a conservation-led plan to unlock its heritage, blending preservation with visionary visitor experiences. From market analysis, masterplanning and interpretation, we crafted concepts for sustainable tourism, festivals, and events, shaping a bold future for this extraordinary desert oasis.

  • Holyrood Park Strategic Plan

    In partnership with Historic Environment Scotland, we united key partners and communities to secure a sustainable future for Edinburgh’s Holyrood Park. Balancing heritage, environment, and local needs, we crafted a bold vision for long-term stewardship that reflects community aspirations and safeguards the Park’s iconic significance.

  • Walsall Heritage Strategy

    A collaborative exploration of Walsall's heritage, involving diverse community groups and businesses, resulted in a co-created vision for the borough's past and future. This led to a dynamic Heritage Strategy that is driving regeneration and reshaping the understanding of local and regional heritage.

Key Members of Our Team