Learn about the fundamental hallmarks of any quality restoration, irrespective of scale and complexity of the project.
In collaboration with the local chapter of the International Council of Monuments and Sites, the series of eight technical handbooks aims to promote better quality restoration projects, enhance the level of competency within the heritage building industry and increase appreciation for our built heritage.
Volume 1: Introduction
Volume 2: Roofs
Volume 3: Facades
Volume 4: Structure
Volume 5: Windows and Doors
Volume 6: Interior Elements
Volume 7: Paints and Coatings
Volume 8: Managing Change
These guides provide building owners and tenants of good conservation practices for signages and common works carried out to shophouses.
Your Shophouse Do It Right
Signages Do It Right
Tiong Bahru Do It Right
Heritage Interpretation Do It Right
These technical supplements serve as guides to professionals and owners of conservation buildings in the restoration of their buildings. They address the practical aspects of conservation, sharing with readers the appropriate restoration techniques so as to encourage quality restoration of conservation buildings.
Understanding the doors, windows and vents [2.72 MB, PDF]
Understanding the first storey : Five footways and front facades [1.56 MB, PDF]
Understanding the mechanical and electrical services [1.18 MB, PDF]
Understanding the ornamental plasterworks [2.13 MB, PDF]
Understanding the partywalls [1.53 MB, PDF]
Understanding the roofs [1.32 MB, PDF]
Understanding the timber floors and staircases [1.92 MB, PDF]