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Interpretation

Interpretation of heritage can be defined in many ways, but we find that one such definition particularly useful in describing what we do: "interpretation refers to the full range of potential activities intended to heighten public awareness and enhance understanding of a cultural heritage site. These can include print and electronic publications, lectures, on-site and directly-related off-site installations, educational programs, and community activities."  Interpretation goes beyond a mere dictation of facts: it should engage and inspire.  Ideally, it should encourage further investigation and foster personal responses to a place.

It is important to remember that many built heritage projects that have received funding from sources such as the Heritage Lottery Fund are expected to include well-researched, focused and engaging interpretation for visitors or users of that building.  We particularly enjoy working with our clients through design, fundraising, construction and completion phases of a project, and then continuing to use our knowledge and experience of a site to implement an interpretation strategy.  We are also happy to work as part of a wider collaborative project involving other specialists – every project is different.

Our research skills can ensure that your interpretation project is both accurate and informative – our design flair and practical experience of various interpretative methods ensure that what we produce engages as wide an audience as possible.

If you would like to talk to us about developing an interpretation strategy for your building, reach out to us: admin@simpsonandbrown.co.uk


Case studies:

Mint Yard, York

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St Mary's, Aberfoyle

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St Nicholas Buccleuch, Dalkeith

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Blackburn House

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Blairtummock House

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