Historic
With an unparalleled understanding and respect for the original building materials and techniques, our craftspeople meticulously recreate the former beauty and integrity of important historic structures.
— Historic —
“To restore a historic building is to give it life again, to revive the glory, character, and strength of its origins in the most beautiful way.”
Our traditionally trained, experienced artisans are masters of combining sympathetic restoration with aesthetic values, function, and design. Our goal is to leave the building feeling as though it never required restoration in the first place. Our team achieves this time and time again thanks to their devotion to this mastery, committing their every move to achieving complete perfection.
With an unparalleled understanding and respect for the original building materials and techniques, our craftspeople meticulously recreate the former beauty and integrity of important historic structures. Every finish is meticulously researched, developed, and tested before being presented as a solution. This allows us to ensure flawless results and minimum disruption during the delicate process of restoring a historic building.
Ensure the exquisite restoration of your historic property, consult our team today.
— Case Study —
Project /
19th Century Manor House
CLIENT /
Private Residence
DESIGN BRIEF
The owners and residents of of this important historic Hall are particular about the restoration and maintenance of their 19th century home, and rightly so. The project involved complete restoration of the original sliding sash windows including lead abatement work. The drawing room, library and entrance hall were completely restored and redecorated.
Challenges
With any historic building challenges are to be anticipated. Lead paint in a building of this age poses serious risks to health. It’s essential that strict health and safety protocols were adhered to, for the protection of both our clients and our craftspeople.
ORIGINAL FEATURES WERE SENSITIVELY RESTORED TO THEIR ORIGINAL SPENDOR
There was a great deal of existing lime plaster wall and ceiling surfaces and fibrous plaster mouldings that required sensitive restoration to bring it back to former glory whilst retaining its integrity and appearance. The removal of old wallpaper led to the discovery of original scagliola* columns, that had to be sensitively repaired and politely restored. Specialist colour consultation with the client and architect was conducted before the selection and application of particular decorative finishes for the walls cornices and woodwork.
* imitation marble or other stone, made of plaster mixed with glue and dyes which is then painted or polished
DETAIL
The completed project looked magnificent. The windows were restored and finished with a highly weather resistant, extremely durable coating which extends the maintenance cycles to as much as 15 years. With specialist colour consulting and architectural advice, and in close collaboration with the homeowners, this grand country home became a warm and inviting family home without losing any of its former splendour.
— Finished Project —
— Testimonials —
Andy Lusk – PRIVATE RESIDENCE UK
If you visit Lincoln Cathedral, or one of the great 17th Century houses now made public by the National Trust, you understand, if you didn't already, the fundamental difference between a trade and a craft. Jason and his team at Faux Creation are craftsmen, reflecting the skills that once gave us these great buildings, applying the attention and the artistry that make you wonder how such perfection is achieved. Jason converts your vision for the ambience you want in your home into reality.
Joseph Godla – THE FRICK COLLECTION
I have worked with many contract crews here, and at the Getty museum in Los Angeles, and I cannot remember a more efficiently run crew. As gifted as Mr Ebers is as a craftsman, his skills as a project manager are equally impressive.
Mr Ebers repeatedly demonstrated an impressive working knowledge of materials. He has the ability to adapt modern products to achieve the appearance and practices from an earlier time. He is a talented craftsmen and manager with impeccable professional standards.
