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Melbourne's Specialist Strategic Heritage Advisory

Established in 2023, Heritage Workshop is a dedicated consultancy for heritage planning, policy, placemaking, and research.

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We combine analytical rigour with strategic pragmatism. Our mission is to ensure your project doesn't just comply with heritage regulations, but unlocks value because of them.​​

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From residential adaptations to complex strategic projects, we provide the expert guidance you need to navigate the past and build the future.

Australia ICOMOS, associated with Heritage Workshop
PIA: Planning Institute of Australia, associated with Heritage Workshop
PHA: Professional Historians Australia, associated with Heritage Workshop
Engagement Institute, associated with Heritage Workshop
Interpretation Australia, associated with Heritage Workshop
VPELA: Victorian Planning and Environmental Law Association, , associated with Heritage Workshop
SAHANZ: Society of Architectural Historians, Australia and New Zealand, associated with Heritage Workshop
National Trust of Australia (Victoria), the Victorian Heritage Services Directory, , associated with Heritage Workshop

Our Philosophy:
Next-Generation Conservation

Enjoying Melbourne Skyline and Heritage Buildings

Practical and Grounded Advice

Based on robust evidence and critical analysis, our recommendations are clear, actionable, and tailored to your project's specific context.

Celebrating Fed Square, Melbourne

Strengthening Values in Place​

Our best-practice approach to heritage significance – aesthetic, historic, scientific and social values – creates extraordinary opportunities for your project.

Powerhouse Museum Adaptive Reuse, Sydney

Adapting Places for the Future

We’re forward-looking and committed to economic, social and environmental sustainability, enabling you to harness the proven benefits of heritage.

Terrace Row in South Melbourne

Expert Collaborative Advisory

We’re independent consultants who equip you with the recommendations, knowledge and resources to achieve your project goals.

Leadership Team

Dr James Lesh

Founding Director

PhD, MA, BA (Hons), BCom
M.ICOMOS, RPIA, MPHA

James is an award-winning historian and thought leader in heritage conservation. He combines deep academic rigour with strategic pragmatism to unlock value for complex and sensitive heritage projects.

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Stacey Nguyen

Principal

MPPM, B.Arts, DipArts

Stacey brings over 15 years of government experience to navigate complex policy and manage project risk. She translates technical heritage constraints into meaningful community dialogue.

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Governance and Compliance

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