Trethowan Architecture has over 20 years’ experience in bespoke architectural, heritage and interior projects. We are a medium sized architectural and heritage practice that contributes to Victoria’s built environment through the design and execution of large and small scale projects for private sector and Local, State and Federal Government clients. All projects are tailored to individual requirements.
Our heritage consultancy service can assist with heritage planning and management through the identification, analysis and assessment of the historic environment; and the compilation of Heritage Impact Statements, Conservation Management Plans, and heritage and typology studies. We provide heritage advisory and advocacy services to individuals, businesses and Government bodies. We also offer practical restoration advice and, in conjunction with our architectural services, can provide documentation, monitoring and supervision of conservation works. Our team have diverse areas of expertise and experience, and often collaborate with an experienced and extended team of external professionals. We are dedicated to the successful delivery of projects across heritage and architectural services.
The services we offer include:
Strategic
- Heritage studies
- Place assessments
- Expert Witness Services
- Conservation Management Plans (CMPs)
- Historical research
- Heritage interpretation strategies
Statutory
- Preliminary advice for projects at heritage listed places
- Support for planning applications to local Council, including preparation of Heritage Impact Statements (HIS)
- Support with all stages of the Heritage Victoria process including heritage permit applications and permit conditions
- Permit strategies for complex and large-scale projects
- Post-permit assistance
Architecture & Conservation
- Full range of architectural services specialising in heritage places
- Development of conservation works
- Environmentally sustainable design
Professional Affiliations / Qualifications
Mark Stephenson – Heritage Director
Education
- BSc (Hons) Arch. & Bldg Conservation, Uni. of Glamorgan, UK, 2002-2004
- BTEC National & Higher National Diplomas in Building Studies. Suffolk, UK, 1992–1996
Membership
- ICOMOS, 2009 – Current
- National Trust of Australia (Victoria)
- Coburg Historical Society
Iain Nicol – Architectural Director
Education
- BArch, Deakin University, Geelong, 2005-2008
- BA (Architecture), Deakin University, Geelong, 2001-2005
Registration
- Registered Architect, Architects Registration Board of Victoria
Claire Miller – Associate, Senior Heritage Consultant
Education
- PhD (urban studies), University of Melbourne, 2015-2020
- MArch, University of Melbourne, 2010-2011
Membership
- ICOMOS
- National Trust of Australia (Victoria)
- DOCOMOMO
Priyan Perera – Associate, Senior Project Architect
Education
Registration
- Registered Architect, Architects Registration Board of Victoria