Awards
William Stansell/Somerset Building Preservation Trust Awards
These awards were introduced by the Somerset Building Preservation Trust in 2000, the main aim being to raise the standards for design and construction of new buildings and for the alteration, conversion and repair of old buildings in Somerset. The awards also aim to draw attention to the positive contribution that well designed and conserved buildings make to their surroundings. Well-known and eminent judges are invited to help make the selection, including Kevin McCloud of "Grand Designs".
The funding for the awards comes primarily from property developers, Tauntfield Ltd, Taunton, of the Stansell family Company, who were originally builders as well as developers. William Stansell founded the Company in 1823 and his main love was the conservation and repair of historic buildings. In addition the Somerset County Council along with Mendip and South Somerset District Councils provide funding.
The funding for the awards comes primarily from property developers, Tauntfield Ltd, Taunton, of the Stansell family Company, who were originally builders as well as developers. William Stansell founded the Company in 1823 and his main love was the conservation and repair of historic buildings. In addition the Somerset County Council along with Mendip and South Somerset District Councils provide funding.
2006 The Regal, Wells, Somerset
Wessex Conservation (Wells Stained Glass) played a major part in the rejuvenation of this much loved, yet previously neglected local landmark. We restored the surviving art deco stained and leaded windows, including making new panels, matching glass and lead. The restoration project won a William Stansell/Somerset Building Preservation Trust award in 2006.
2008 The Merchant's House, Shepton Mallet, Somerset
Eighty new leaded lights and twenty seven new metal casements fitted throughout this major conservation project. Featured on BBC2 television's Restore to Glory and winner of the prestigious 2008 William Stansell/Somerset Building Preservation Trust Award.
For further information, please visit www.sbpt.info/awards
For further information, please visit www.sbpt.info/awards
