Shantanu Subramaniam, is one of our Principal Heritage Consultant, who has extensive background in Architecture and Archaeology, bringing a wealth of knowledge and experience to our team.

Shantanu, or Shan as he is known to friends and colleagues, has a deep understanding of heritage legislation and policy. His expertise spans a diverse range of projects, from individual listed buildings to large master planning schemes in sensitive historic contexts. Shan’s robust, pragmatic approach ensures that clients receive the best possible advice and support.

Since 2017, Shan has worked extensively in London boroughs, developing an in-depth understanding of building typology, architectural detailing, finishes, and the social and cultural history of the area. His areas of expertise include, Listed building appeals, Rectification of unauthorised works, internal alterations, refurbishments, and extensions to listed buildings.

Shan offers expert advice from pre-purchase surveys to project completion for townhouses, artists’ studios, churches, and mansion blocks. His problem-solving skills and client-centric approach make him a valuable asset to our team.

Beyond his professional life, Shan is an avid cyclist who enjoys touring historic homes and medieval churches across the country. His passion for history and cycling complements his work, adding a personal touch to his understanding of heritage sites.

James is the Archaeology Director and Partner, overseeing the archaeological consultancy team with operational expertise and leadership. A full Member of the Chartered Institute for Archaeologists (MCIfA), James has been dedicated to archaeological consultancy since 2014, following his initial career as a field archaeologist.

James has worked on the archaeological requirements of a wide array of development sites, from large-scale projects to small home extensions, logistics hubs, educational and health facilities, and infrastructure projects. His extensive experience includes:

Desk-based reporting
Input to Environmental Impact Assessments
Completion of Environmental Statement Chapters
Project management of archaeological works from inception to completion

James’s client base is diverse, including development firms, land agents, project management firms, specialist planning firms, and public sector companies. His comprehensive understanding of the archaeological sector and its integration with the UK planning system, combined with his pragmatic and commercial approach, ensures the successful completion of archaeological work to support development projects.

With a strong background in both fieldwork and consultancy, James is adept at navigating the complexities of archaeological requirements, providing valuable insights and effective solutions for a range of development projects.

Virginia is a member of the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) and an affiliate member of the Institute of Historic Buildings Conservation (IHBC). Her background as a surveyor means she has commercial property experience in a wide variety of sectors from industrial and retail through to licensed premises and hotels. Her interest in architectural history led her to reading for an MSc in Architectural Conservation and her work in the heritage sector began with the National Trust. Subsequently, Virginia has worked as a heritage consultant in the private sector, bringing her cross-discipline experience to provide pragmatic heritage and design advice on a wide range of projects from small domestic properties to grand country houses as well as large mixed-use developments. She is experienced in providing detailed heritage statements to support listed building and planning applications which offer the best chance of success for any project.