Master Planning
RBA can lead consultant teams or collaborate on Master Planning exercises where substantial repurposing or reconfiguring is proposed at large or complex heritage sites.
A master plan is a long-term strategy that is usually designed to be staged and can allow for evolving circumstances. In a heritage context, they are typically multi-faceted and accommodate new buildings/elements, upgrading/adaptation of the existing fabric, and repair/conservation works.
As heritage specialists, we are highly attuned to unravelling the context and interplay of multiple significant elements. We can bring this astute insight to a multi-disciplinary team to achieve sympathetic outcomes that balance our client’s vision and changing user requirements with the relevant heritage legislation.
Respecting our historic urban landscape strengthens our communities. Whether it be an indivdual site, a High Street shopping strip or a new growth area, identifying heritage (tangible and intangible) in the urban context is part of a wholistic masterplanning exercise.
Typically, when seeking endorsement of a Master Plan, authorities will require a comprehensive Heritage Strategy to be prepared and implemented in tandem, which may include conservation works, appropriate upgrading or adaptation works, an interpretation program or archival recording of elements to be demolished.
RBA are able to successfully reconcile economic, amenity and heritage imperatives to deliver sustainable outcomes for our clients.
