About
Dr Duncan Philips
I qualified as a Chartered Building Surveyor in 1989 and have specialised in Historic and Listed Buildings ever since.
About me
I have surveyed thousands of Listed Buildings of every type and age, throughout England and Wales. I also lecture regularly on building surveying, architectural history and building conservation topics to professional groups, Universities as an External Lecturer and also to the general public on cruise ships worldwide and U3A. I have also done TV and radio work.
I was Chair of the RICS Building Conservation Steering Group for six years, from 2017 to 2023, and I am the lead author of the 2nd Edition of the RICS Professional Standard on ‘Conservation of Heritage Buildings and Assets’.
I am lucky enough to combine my passion with my professional work – my love of historic buildings has taken me all over the world and has driven a lifetime of learning. Whether it’s investigating beetle damage in a historic timber-frame or discovering the secrets of the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel, there’s always something new to find.
Qualifications and Professional Memberships
Dr Duncan Philips MSc, MPhil, PhD, CEnv, FRICS, IHBC
Chartered Building Surveyor and Chartered Environmentalist
Professor of Architectural Conservation
Centre for Building Conservation Studies
RICS No. 0080429
RICS Certified Historic Buildings Professional
RICS – Immediate Past Chair, Building Conservation Steering Group
Institute of Historic Building Conservation – South-East region committee
IHBC HESPR Accredited – Historic Environment Service Provider
Committee member – SPAB South East
Member of the Society of Architectural Historians of Great Britain
Corporate Member – Historic Houses Association
Why did I establish Listed Building Surveys?
I founded Listed Building Surveys to give potential buyers and current homeowners access to a specialist building surveyor for heritage properties of all types, styles, size and age – from stone castles to thatched cottages – anywhere in England or Wales.
Why did I establish Listed Building Surveys?
I founded Listed Building Surveys to give potential buyers and current homeowners access to a specialist building surveyor for heritage properties of all types, styles, size and age – from stone castles to thatched cottages – anywhere in England or Wales.
Who do I work for?
I am commissioned by clients who are in the process of buying, or already own a Historic or Listed Building and need specialist advice on the state of the property and whether any repairs, renovations or alterations carried out in the past had Listed Buildings Consent. I produce detailed reports on the condition of the building, with specific defect advice and guidance on the acceptability of proposed alterations.
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Get in touch
Contact me to request a quote and to talk through your requirements.
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