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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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