[HBP#12] - Tobit Curteis - The Art and Science of Conservation

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Welcome to another episode of the Heritage Buildings Podcast!

Today, Vincent Reed sits down with Tobit Curteis, founder of Tobit Curteis Associates, to delve into the intricacies of environmental conservation in historic buildings. With a career spanning over three decades, Tobit has specialised in protecting landmarks like Canterbury Cathedral and Westminster Abbey through innovative environmental monitoring and conservation techniques. 

Tune in as Tobit discusses his journey, highlights challenges in the field, and emphasises the importance of understanding a building’s historical and current environments. 

Discover how diagnosing problems accurately can transform conservation efforts and what the future holds for this niche yet vital field. 

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00:00 Introduction to the Heritage Buildings Podcast

00:10 Meet Tobit Curteis: Expert in Environmental Deterioration

01:05 Curteis Tobit's Journey into Conservation

02:08 Early Career and Training

07:29 Starting a Conservation Business

12:28 Challenges and Learning in Conservation

23:09 Balancing Art and Science in Conservation

38:32 Technological Innovations in Conservation

54:11 Understanding Building Efficiency

54:48 Environmental Risks and Material Stability

55:58 Heating Systems and Building Stability

57:04 Challenges in Conservation Decisions

01:01:10 Impact of Climate Change on Buildings

01:03:42 Monitoring Building Environments

01:13:46 Structural Monitoring and Diagnostics

01:21:55 Stained Glass Conservation Techniques

01:35:06 Future of Conservation and Skills Development

01:44:07 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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Connect with Tobit Curteis using the links below:

Website: www.tcassociates.co.uk

Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/tobitcurteis/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tobit-curteis-05794b19/

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