Welcome
T O H E R I T A S
Heritas Architecture is a boutique Architecture firm based in Newcastle, NSW. With a qualified heritage architect on staff, we specialise in conservation and preservation projects.
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Our team consults with a variety of clients in the field of heritage conservation architecture. Clients include local councils, religious organisations, architects, builders, and private individuals. We also work in conjunction with historians, archaeologists, and other design and technical professionals experienced in heritage structures.
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Affiliations
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Heritas Architecture is a member of the following:
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Australian Institute of Architects
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ICOMOS Australia
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Heritage Canada
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Association of Preservation Technology
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Hunter Heritage Network
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Notable Clients
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Newcastle City Council
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Maitland City Council
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Lake Macquarie City Council
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BHP Billiton
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Newcastle Port Corporation
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Anglican Church, Diocese of Newcastle
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Anglican Church, Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle
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NSW Department of Housing
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Cerebral Palsy Alliance
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Coal Services Pty Ltd (Mines Rescue)
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Hunter Water Australia
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Hunter New England Health
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Macquarie Group of Companies
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Celestino
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Century Venues
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University of Newcastle
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Jemena
Newcastle Ocean
Baths
About
H E R I T A G E S I G N I F I C A N C E
Assessment of Heritage Fabric
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A place considered to be of potential heritage significance is assessed using guidelines established by State and Federal government heritage authorities, namely the Australian Heritage Commission and the NSW Heritage Office. These guidelines set out assessment criteria that broadly encompass the four possible values of heritage significance:
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Historical significance
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Aesthetic significance
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Research/technical significance
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Social significance
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Process of Heritage Assessment
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Once the values of heritage significance have been determined, they are then graded to assess their relative contribution to the heritage value of the place. Gradings are:
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1. Exceptional (rare or outstanding element directly contributing to an item’s significance)
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2. High (high degree of original fabric; demonstrates a key element of the item’s significance)
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3. Moderate (elements with little heritage value, but which contribute to the overall significance of the item)
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4. Little (alterations detract from significance; difficult to interpret)
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5. Intrusive (damaging to the item’s heritage significance).
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The assessment of significance also requires that the level of significance be determined.
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1. National significance (significant to the people of Australia).
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2. State significance (significant to the people of NSW).
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3. Local significance (significant within the local government area).
Contact Us
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Please complete the form below and one of our staff members will be in touch. Alternatively, you can reach us via phone or email.
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