st JOHN THE BAPTIST, TISBURY
NOVEMBER 2022
CREATIVITY OUT OF NECESSITY
When the East window of the Chancel required structural masonry repairs, it presented a unique opportunity to consider the beautification of the Chancel with a new stained glass window.
Complex negotiations were led by Emma, in her role as Inspecting Architect. to justify the replacement of the Victorian 'Clutterbuck' window with a new stained glass window by Thomas Denny, to enhance and beautify the space.
SPECIALIST ADVICE & NEGOTIATIONS
Complex negotiations were led by Emma, in her role as Inspecting Architect, to justify the replacement of the Victorian 'Clutterbuck' window with a new stained glass window by Thomas Denny, to enhance and beautify the space.
By coordinating with a specialist team of glaziers, historic consultants and a structural engineer, the Inspecting Architect was able to compile a robust assessment of significance, need and justification that enabled the project.
Creative thinking and a sensitivity to the historic narrative, included the relocation of the Victorian Clutterbuck glass to a new Lady Chapel window with isothermal glazing.
WORKING WITH SKILLED CRAFTSPEOPLE
One of the great pleasures of this project was the opportunity to work with skilled craftspeople, including the glaziers of Salisbury Cathedral, Colin Avery stonemason and of course, the stained glass artist, Thomas Denny.
The role of the architect in this project was to obtain the necessary Faculty approval, including negotiations with statutory consultees and advice to the client team. During the manufacture and installation phase, the role was to project manage all of the different craftspeople to deliver the project on time and on budget.
