About
Overview
The HEACON Research Group (HRG) is a multidisciplinary team of academic professionals specialising in the conservation of historic earthen buildings, monuments, and structures. The Group’s principal focus is on the study of earthen mortars, within the historic built environment, as primary and secondary construction materials.
HRG is committed to the collaborative and holistic development of better practice approaches that promote the adoption of sustainable conservation methodologies. Our aim is to support the conservation of historic earthen architecture through informed and innovative, progressive approaches.
Mission Statement
Our mission is to effectively advance the field of historic earthen architecture conservation by encouraging interdisciplinary research, promoting sustainable practices, developing practicable innovative solutions and improving accessibility to documented works. We strive to contribute to the conservation of cultural heritage worldwide through excellence in research, education, and collaboration.
Research Areas include:
Earthen Mortars: Investigating the properties, performance, and applications of earthen mortars in historic structures.
Material Analysis and Characterisation: Conducting detailed analyses of historic earthen materials to understand composition and behaviour.
Sustainable Conservation Practices: Developing and promoting sustainable methods for the conservation of earthen architecture.
Services
With over 30 years of expertise in the conservation of historic earthen architecture, our consultancy service offers extensive knowledge and experience in the conservation of historic earthen buildings, monuments, and structures. Our team of conservation professionals specialise in providing comprehensive and scientifically grounded solutions tailored specifically to the unique challenges of earthen architecture conservation. We are committed to advancing the field through the application of better practices and innovative methodologies which secure the delivery of effective outcomes associated with the future integrity of earthen heritage sites.
Our consultancy services encompass a broad range of support. To arrange consultation with our team, please make contact by completing the form on the Contact page.
Collaborations and Partnerships
We actively collaborate with academic institutions, industry partners, and government agencies to enhance the impact of our research. HRG is involved in several national and international projects, supporting a global network of innovation and knowledge exchange.