Reg.Nr. HA-2002/UK/23

Newhailes, Musselburgh

The restoration of a late 17th century country house of English Palladian design which had fallen into a state of advanced decay. Extensive research was carried out for the restoration work of the exteriors, the service buildings and the landscaping of the estate, as well as for ...
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Project details

Title:Newhailes, Musselburgh
Entr. year: 2002
Result:Diploma
Country: United Kingdom
Town: Musselburgh, East Lothian (Scotland)
Category type: architectural heritage
Building type/ Project type: residential building
Former use:Country house
Actual use:Historic home, cultural attraction
Built: 17th century
Architect / Proj.leader: LDN Architects
The Jury's citation: For the well-researched and cautious conservation of an important 17th century country house using 'best practice' conservation principles.
GPS:55°56'22.7"N 3°4'49.0"W
Web, Links:

[www.visitscotland.com] [www.nts.org.uk]

Description:
The restoration of a late 17th century country house of English Palladian design which had fallen into a state of advanced decay. Extensive research was carried out for the restoration work of the exteriors, the service buildings and the landscaping of the estate, as well as for the collections of furniture and art work in its interiors. Visitor facilities have been added in the stables.