Date: Wednesday, 2 September 2026 Time: 1 to 2 pmThis webinar will explore how historic environments can be reimagined to foster inclusion and belonging. It examines strategies for removing physical, social, and cultural barriers through thoughtful placemaking and inclusive design. Drawing on real-world examples, the session highlights how heritage-led projects can create spaces that are accessible, equitable, and deeply connected to community identity. This course forms part of the wider Specialist Conservation Series 2026. For more information about the series, click learn more.Learning OutcomesBy the end of this webinar, you will be able to: Understand the principles of placemaking within historic environments. Identify barriers to inclusion and strategies for overcoming them. Explore how design can promote equity, accessibility, and cultural sensitivity. Learn practical approaches to engaging communities in heritage-led regeneration. Recognise the role of sustainability and affordability in inclusive placemaking. Recognition of British Standard (BS 8300, PAS 6463) Understanding the importance of collaborative approaches and realisation of shared value Who is this course for?All Architects with an interest in the Historic environment, whether accredited or not. SpeakerCharles Bain-Smith, The National Trust, Senior Building Conservation Manager, RIBA SCA Charles is a Chartered Conservation Architect by profession and is an RIBA Accredited Specialist Conservation Architect. He started his career with English Heritage, setting up a consultancy team in a conservation contractors, was one of the founding partners and Conservation Director of specialist Cyma Architects before joining NT in 2015 working out of the Scotney Hub and subsequently joined the central buildings team in 2019. His role is about supporting delivery of projects, developing strategies, setting policies/standards and facilitating change so that NT remains an exemplar in conservation of buildings and facilitating in projects. Please note Each recording will expire 12 months after enrolling onto the module This course contains content specific to UK regulations/legislation For more information on this course, or if there are no places available, please email us or call +44 (0)20 7307 5355 to talk to a member of the team. Please view the Terms and Conditions for more information.
