Episode 100 - RIBA Plan of Work Stages 4-7 in Conservation

The podcast episode focuses on how the RIBA workstages (4-7) can guide project teams working on historic buildings and building conservation, expanding on stages 0-3 covered in a prior episode. It details key tasks and objectives for each stage, such as detailed design and material sourcing in Stage 4, managing unexpected finds during construction in Stage 5, and providing clients with maintenance advice in Stage 6. The episode emphasizes the importance of managing planning conditions, recording discoveries, and updating conservation plans throughout the project. A scenario is presented involving a housing scheme in a conservation area to illustrate potential challenges and ethical considerations, including balancing client demands with responsible design practices and adherence to codes of conduct.