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Welcome to the Heritage Buildings Podcast!
In this episode of the Heritage Buildings podcast, host Vincent Reed sits down with Chris Gladwell, Director of Rockman Restoration and Vitrolithic.
Chris shares his journey from a fresh-faced graduate in general construction to a recognised expert in heritage restoration projects including the Tower of London, Windsor Castle, and Buckingham Palace.
Learn about his innovative approaches in sustainable precast solutions, the intricacies of working with historic buildings, and the founding of Vitrolithic, a company specialising in low-carbon alternatives for terracotta structures.
Delve into his experiences managing iconic restorations, the challenges in the industry, and his vision for future conservation efforts. Available now on Apple, Spotify, Amazon, and more!
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Below is a more detailed breakdown of the video with relevant timestamps
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00:00 Introduction to Chris Gladwell
00:50 Chris's Early Career in Construction
01:40 Transition to Heritage Building Restoration
02:53 Managing Heritage Projects
04:38 Learning and Collaborating with Conservation Architects
13:39 Starting a Business in Heritage Restoration
24:30 Founding Rockman Restoration
41:08 Innovating with Vitralithic
49:39 Exploring Terra Notte and Sustainable Materials
51:01 Innovations in Low Carbon Casting
54:48 3D Printing and Digital Modeling in Construction
01:04:46 Challenges and Techniques in Stone Cleaning
01:13:42 Restoration and Conservation of Stone Structures
01:20:02 Future of the Stone Masonry Industry
01:29:27 Notable Projects and Personal Reflections
01:34:50 Understanding Stucco and Its Applications
01:39:30 Conclusion and Contact Information
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Connect with Chris Gladwell using the links below:
Website: www.rockmanltd.co.uk www.vitrolithic.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rockman_cdg/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rockman/
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Click here to find out more about the Heritage Buildings Association - https://heritagebuildingsassociation.com
Click here to join the conversation - https://heritagebuildings.forum
#RockmanRestoration #LowCarbonPrecast #HistoricSolutions
By Vincent Reed5
66 ratings
🎙️ You can also access the full Audio version of this Podcast by searching for 'Heritage Buildings Podcast' on - Apple, Spotify, Amazon, PocketCasts, and any of your other favourite podcasting apps!
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Welcome to the Heritage Buildings Podcast!
In this episode of the Heritage Buildings podcast, host Vincent Reed sits down with Chris Gladwell, Director of Rockman Restoration and Vitrolithic.
Chris shares his journey from a fresh-faced graduate in general construction to a recognised expert in heritage restoration projects including the Tower of London, Windsor Castle, and Buckingham Palace.
Learn about his innovative approaches in sustainable precast solutions, the intricacies of working with historic buildings, and the founding of Vitrolithic, a company specialising in low-carbon alternatives for terracotta structures.
Delve into his experiences managing iconic restorations, the challenges in the industry, and his vision for future conservation efforts. Available now on Apple, Spotify, Amazon, and more!
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Below is a more detailed breakdown of the video with relevant timestamps
Click the time on the left to jump straight to that section
00:00 Introduction to Chris Gladwell
00:50 Chris's Early Career in Construction
01:40 Transition to Heritage Building Restoration
02:53 Managing Heritage Projects
04:38 Learning and Collaborating with Conservation Architects
13:39 Starting a Business in Heritage Restoration
24:30 Founding Rockman Restoration
41:08 Innovating with Vitralithic
49:39 Exploring Terra Notte and Sustainable Materials
51:01 Innovations in Low Carbon Casting
54:48 3D Printing and Digital Modeling in Construction
01:04:46 Challenges and Techniques in Stone Cleaning
01:13:42 Restoration and Conservation of Stone Structures
01:20:02 Future of the Stone Masonry Industry
01:29:27 Notable Projects and Personal Reflections
01:34:50 Understanding Stucco and Its Applications
01:39:30 Conclusion and Contact Information
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Connect with Chris Gladwell using the links below:
Website: www.rockmanltd.co.uk www.vitrolithic.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rockman_cdg/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rockman/
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Click here to find out more about the Heritage Buildings Association - https://heritagebuildingsassociation.com
Click here to join the conversation - https://heritagebuildings.forum
#RockmanRestoration #LowCarbonPrecast #HistoricSolutions

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