Julian Owen Associates has worked on many projects involving listed buildings, barn conversions, conservation areas and other buildings with heritage value.
We aim to preserve the features of a building whilst ensuring that it achieves modern requirements for comfort and practicality as well as keeping within budget. We are accustomed to dealing with local authority planning departments, Historic England and conservation officers all of whom need reassurance that the project will not cause harm to the built environment. We have dealt with funding bodies such as the Heritage Lottery Fund and can assist with bids from this type of organisation.
Heritage & Conservation
our heritage & conservation architectural services
We provide expert guidance and sensitive design for historic and listed buildings.
We are committed to preserving the character and history of every building we work with. Our team of experienced heritage architects combine technical expertise and heritage knowledge to deliver sensitive, thoughtful solutions that enhance both function and aesthetic value.
From feasibility studies to final construction, we guide clients through every stage. By integrating careful design, planning compliance, and project management, we ensure heritage buildings are adapted and restored to the highest standards.
Extensions & Sensitive Additions
Designing new spaces that complement and preserve the character of historic buildings.
Technical Design & Project Delivery
Producing detailed drawings, tender documents, and overseeing works on-site.
Planning & Heritage Consent
Managing planning applications, listed-building consent, and coordination with conservation officers.
Heritage Architects & Consultancy
Advising clients on feasibility, design, and navigating historic building requirements.
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Refurbishment, Extension & Conversion of Cottages into Canlside Heritage Centre Beeston Nottingham
BEFORE Canlside Heritage Centre Beeston Nottingham
AFTER Canlside Heritage Centre Beeston Nottingham
View from Rear Garden Canlside Heritage Centre Beeston Nottingham
Rear Elevation Canlside Heritage Centre Beeston Nottingham
Exhibition Area Canlside Heritage Centre Beeston Nottingham
Exhibition Area Canlside Heritage Centre Beeston Nottingham
Exhibition Area Canlside Heritage Centre Beeston Nottingham
Shop Canlside Heritage Centre Beeston Nottingham
Conversion of Existing Cottages into Visitor Centre Canalside Heritage Centre Beeston Lock Nottingham
BEFORE Canlside Heritage Centre Beeston Nottingham
AFTER Canlside Heritage Centre Beeston Nottingham
Lanscaping Canlside Heritage Centre Beeston Nottingham
Conversion Extension & Refurbishment of Grade II* Listed Building Cossall Nottinghamshire
BEFORE Rear Conversion Extension & Refurbishment of Grade II* Listed Building Cossall Nottinghamshire
Proposal for Rear Conversion Extension & Refurbishment of Grade II* Listed Building Cossall Nottinghamshire
BEFORE Frontage Conversion Extension & Refurbishment of Grade II* Listed Building Cossall Nottinghamshire
Proposals for Frontage Conversion Extension & Refurbishment of Grade II* Listed Building Cossall Nottinghamshire
Proposal for Front Conversion Extension & Refurbishment of Grade II* Listed Building Cossall Nottinghamshire
Proposal for Rear Conversion Extension & Refurbishment of Grade II* Listed Building Cossall Nottinghamshire
Proposal for Rear Extensions Conversion Extension & Refurbishment of Grade II* Listed Building Cossall Nottinghamshire
New House in Conservation Area in Matlock, Derbyshire
New Natural Stone Self Build in Conservation Area Matlock Derbyshire
New Natural Stone Self Build in Conservation Area Matlock Derbyshire
New Natural Stone Self Build in Conservation Area Matlock Derbyshire
New Natural Stone Self Build in Conservation Area Matlock Derbyshire
New Natural Stone Self Build in Conservation Area Matlock Derbyshire
Barn Conversion Duffield Derbyshire
BEFORE Barn Conversion and Refurbishment nr Duffield Derbyshire
AFTER Barn Conversion and Refurbishment nr Duffield Derbyshire
Interior Barn Conversion and Refurbishment nr Duffield Derbyshire
Bedroom Barn Conversion and Refurbishment nr Duffield Derbyshire
BEFORE Barn Conversion and Refurbishment nr Duffield Derbyshire
Hallway Barn Conversion and Refurbishment nr Duffield Derbyshire
Living Area Barn Conversion and Refurbishment nr Duffield Derbyshire
Frontage Barn Conversion and Refurbishment nr Duffield Derbyshire
Chapel Conversion Upper Broughton Leicestershire
Chapel Conversion Upper Broughton Leicestershire
Chapel Conversion Upper Broughton Leicestershire
Chapel Conversion Upper Broughton Leicestershire
Chapel Conversion Upper Broughton Leicestershire
Chapel Conversion Upper Broughton Leicestershire
Chapel Conversion Upper Broughton Leicestershire
Chapel Conversion Upper Broughton Leicestershire
Contemporary extension to a Grade II listed building
Extension to a Grade II Listed Manor Corner Detail House Cropwell Butler Nottingham
Extension to a Grade II Listed Manor House Cropwell Butler Nottingham
Extension to a Grade II Listed Manor House Cropwell Butler Nottingham
Extension to a Grade II Listed Manor House Cropwell Butler Nottingham
New bathroom at a Grade II Listed Manor House Cropwell Butler Nottingham
Exterior of Extension to a Grade II Listed Manor House Cropwell Butler Nottingham
Conversion and Refurbishment of Mill Building in Ilkeston, Derbyshire
AFTER Conversion and Refurbishment of Mill Building Ilkeston Derbyshire
Conversion and Refurbishment of Mill Building Ilkeston Derbyshire
BEFORE Conversion and Refurbishment of Mill Building Ilkeston Derbyshire
BEFORE Conversion and Refurbishment of Mill Building Ilkeston Derbyshire
Conversion of Church to Funeral Directors Kimberley Nottinghamshire
BEFORE Conversion of Church to a Funeral Directors Kimberley Nottingham
AFTER Conversion of Church to Funeral Directors Kimberley Nottinghamshire
Conversion of Church to Funeral Directors Kimberley Nottinghamshire
Conversion of Church to Funeral Directors Kimberley Nottinghamshire
Conversion of Church to Funeral Directors Kimberley Nottinghamshire
Renovation and Conversion of Grade II* Listed Former Gatehouse to Wollaton Hall, Nottingham
Renovation and Conversion of Grade II* Listed Former Gatehouse to Wollaton Hall, Nottingham
Renovation and Conversion of Grade II* Listed Former Gatehouse to Wollaton Hall, Nottingham
Extension and makeover of a listed house in Swarkstone derbyshire
AFTER Extension and Makeover of a Listed House Swarkstone Derbyshire
BEFORE Extension and Makeover of a Listed House Swarkstone Derbyshire
New Apartments & Conversion Listed Manor House Beeston Nottingham
BEFORE Renovation, Conversion of Grade II Listed Police Station with New Build Apartments Beeston Nottingham
New Apartments & Conversion Listed Manor House Beeston Nottingham
View of Converted Manor House Beeston Nottingham
New Apartments & Conversion Listed Manor House Beeston Nottingham
New Apartments & Conversion Listed Manor House Beeston Nottingham
Former police sta. to flats, Beeston, Notts
Former Police Sta. to flats, Beeston, Notts
New Apartments & Conversion Listed Manor House Beeston Nottingham
Barn Conversion Matlock Derbyshire
Barn Conversion Lea nr Matlock Derbyshire
Barn Conversion Lea nr Matlock Derbyshire
Barn Conversion Matlock Derbyshire
Barn Conversion Matlock Derbyshire
Barn Conversion Matlock Derbyshire
BEFORE Barn Conversion Matlock Derbyshire
Barn Conversion Matlock Derbyshire
BEFORE Barn Conversion Matlock Derbyshire
Barn Conversion Matlock Derbyshire
BEFORE Barn Conversion Matlock Derbyshire
AFTER Barn Conversion Matlock Derbyshire
Three Dimensional Model Barn Conversion Matlock Derbyshire
Refurbishment & Loft Conversion of Listed Lodge Rufford
Refurbishment & Loft Conversion Rufford AFTER
Refurbishment & Loft Conversion Rufford AFTER
BEFORE Refurbishment & Loft Conversion Rufford
AFTER Refurbishment & Loft Conversion Rufford
Refurbishment & Loft Conversion Rufford AFTER
Refurbishment & Loft Conversion Rufford AFTER
Here's what our clients have to say about us...
Great service from Julian and his team. The design was really great for both our internal and external works. We also used Julian for the tendering and builder selection process, which took a whole weight off our minds. The builders were excellent too.
A Highet
We worked with Julian Owen recently on an extension and refurbishment project for a school in Kirkby-in-Ashfield and throughout the whole process they were excellent. They responded to any queries we had straight away and were prompt in response to any addendums to the specification or drawings.
ARG
Always happy to work with Julian Owen Associates Architects who provide precise and cost effective project specifications – a major benefit to clients employing their services.
Topographical
A reliable and hard working Nottingham based Architecture firm, thank you for your contribution to buildings and design in Nottingham!
K.O.
We had a very positive experience working with Julian Owen associates. Communication was clear throughout the process. Although our project was of a relatively small scale we still felt we were an important client. We particularly welcomed the support we received in linking with a builder and establishing a JCT homeowners contract.
P. Walder
We recently worked with Julian Owen Associates Architects on an extension and loft conversion for our home, and the entire experience was outstanding. From the initial consultation to the completion of the project, their team demonstrated professionalism, creativity, and attention to detail. They listened to our ideas and needs, incorporating them into the design while offering expert advice and suggestions we hadn’t considered. Thank you to Julian and the team for their dedication and exceptional work.








