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Lee Bilson

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  • Building Historian and Conservation Consultant, Freelance
Shrewsbury, United Kingdom
As seen in: BBC, The Architects' Journal
Covers:  Architectural History, Craftsmanship, Heritage Sector, Building Conservation, Building History, Period Homes, Period Home Maintenance

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Lee Bilson’s Biography

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In my writing, lecturing, and interviews I exploit my specialism in Heritage, Conservation, & Building History... for example, in my work with Period Living magazine (Published by Future) I have covered a range of British housing types: covering a different periods, providing tips on details to look for, places to visit, and common maintenance issues.

I enjoy exploring places, their art and architecture. I have always sought to further my learning not only through academic study but also throu…

Lee Bilson’s Journalist Portfolio

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Edwardian Homes: get to know your period home's beautiful design

Edwardian Homes: get to know your period home's beautiful design

Adapting traditional styles for a modern era, Edwardian houses were the perfect combination of old and new. T…

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Victorian houses: get to know your period home's design

Victorian houses: get to know your period home's design

If you are lucky enough to own a Victorian house, then you are the guardian of a piece of design history. The…

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Tudor Homes - Part of a series for Period Living

Tudor Homes - Part of a series for Period Living

Medieval and Tudor homes are some of our oldest surviving houses, filled with fascinating details and exuding…

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CITB interview on the importance of heritage skills in construction

CITB interview on the importance of heritage skills in construction

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CITB interview on funding support for traditional skills

CITB interview on funding support for traditional skills

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15th Century church windows restored - BBC Interview

15th Century church windows restored - BBC Interview

Five stained glass window panels have gone on display at a church in Conwy county after being restored. Fragm…

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Have you ever used a typewriter?

Yes, I own several - I did several elements of work during my architecture degree on them!

What does it mean to be a journalist?

I appreciate the opportunities I have to encourage learning and understanding of built heritage and craftsmanship.

What tools and software do you use to do your job?

I'm an Apple man - but in my work as a Conservation Consultant I'm PC based - so pretty much anything and everything.