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About K&S Restorations

K&S Restorations is dedicated to preserving the integrity and heritage of historical buildings.

With a strong background in traditional craftsmanship and years of hands-on experience, we have built a reputation for excellence among heritage professionals and homeowners alike, many of whom return to us for their restoration needs.

The K&S Restorations team brings extensive expertise in working with historically significant structures across continents.

We apply this knowledge and skill to every project, ensuring the highest standards of restoration and conservation across Western Australia.

K&S Restorations | Heritage Conservation & Restoration Perth
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Consultation.
No two heritage projects are the same. This is why we believe in having an in-depth discussion with our clients at the very beginning to not only ensure that we understand what you wish to achieve but to also give you our best advise on how we think the project should move forward.
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Planning.
Proper planning is essential to a quality outcome. We like to make sure you know what to expect during the process of your restoration.
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Execution.
You can be sure that your project will be carried out by skilled professionals using only the best traditional materials to ensure you get the results that you desire.

Heritage Specialists

At K&S Restorations, we specialise in the restoration of masonry structures with our wide variety of skills and knowledge within this area of the industry. We are confident you will be satisfied with the outcome of your project.

Based in the Fremantle area, we are proud to play a part in the conservation and restoration of not only Western Australia’s port city but all over the Perth metro and regional areas of the state.

Stonemasonry Specialist
Sam Sleeman
Heritage Plaster Specialist
Mark Kennedy

About Sam

In 2004, Sam moved from Scotland to Portland in England to train as a stonemason.

 

With its deep history in the industry, Portland was the perfect place to start his apprenticeship and career.

 

Sam qualified in 2007 with a ‘City and Guilds’ qualification in Architectural Stonemasonry.

 

Since then he has gone on to gain experience all over the world including India, where he learnt traditional marble carving skills, New Zealand, where he was the head mason on the 300 million dollar post earthquake restoration of the Arts Centre in Christchurch.

 

In Western Australia, Sam has worked alongside top heritage specialists on various projects including St Georges Cathedral and Government House in Perth, the Fremantle train station and various other heritage listed buildings.

 

As co-partner of K&S Restorations, he aims to ensure WA keeps and maintains its rich architectural history.

About Mark

Mark began his career as an apprentice plaster in the UK and after becoming qualified, he gained experience in traditional and decorative plasterwork.

 

In 2010, he migrated to Australia where he has continued to work in the industry, completing various jobs. These jobs include lath & plaster ceilings & walls and decretive cornice, which he carries out with traditional methods using lime mortar.

 

He also specialises in exterior works including re-pointing and restoration of exterior render and decretive mouldings.

 

As co-partner of K&S Restorations, he shares the view that WA Architectural Heritage should be preserved for future generations.

Head Stonemason
Chris Horseford
Head Plasterer
Andy Furr

About Chris

Chris began his journey as an apprentice stonemason at the age of 16 at Harvey Stone in Somerset, England. During his training, he attended Weymouth College, where he earned a diploma and a City & Guilds qualification in Architectural Stonemasonry in 2012.

 

He spent several years working full-time in Somerset as a banker mason, carving stone for large-scale projects across southern England. His work included crafting fire surrounds for high-end clients in London and restoring historic churches and listed manor houses.

 

In 2020, Chris moved to Brisbane, Australia, where he worked as a heritage mason on projects such as Parliament House and other significant heritage sites across Queensland.

 

After relocating to Perth in 2022, he joined the K&S team, contributing his expertise to the restoration of some of the city’s most iconic heritage buildings. His work has included projects such as the Roundhouse, Fremantle Prison, and re-carving sandstone moulds for the old Technical School in Fremantle.

About Andy

Andy began his career in the trades in 1989, completing an apprenticeship in plastering with the Public Works Department of Western Australia. After several years honing his skills, he moved to the Europe, where he gained valuable experience in stucco and mould work.

 

Upon returning to Australia, he became a TAFE lecturer, passing on his knowledge while continuing to refine his expertise.

 

After years of teaching, Andy established his own business in heritage plastering, specialising in architectural moulding and ornamental work. His craftsmanship and attention to detail set him apart in the industry.

 

Having worked alongside Andy for several years, we were lucky to have him join us as our Head Plasterer in 2022. His wealth of experience and dedication to the trade make him an invaluable part of our team.

A Wide Variety of Services

Have a look at our range of services to see how we may be able to help.

K & S Restorations Provide Quality Heritage Conservation Services All Over WA

With many years of working in the industry on prestigious buildings in the United Kingdom, New Zealand and Australia, we have built a reputation for quality workmanship with many of our clients becoming repeat customers.
About K&S Restorations - Heritage Conservation & Restoration Perth

We're fortunate enough to work alongside some of the most talented Heritage Professionals in WA

Our Approach

We believe in the conservation of West Australian history and as specialist contractors in this particular field, we are able to provide an unparalleled service for architects, builders and homeowners.

About K&S Restorations - Heritage Conservation & Restoration Perth

Our Mission

We aim to continue our steady growth into the future with a solid business model and

the investment in the latest equipment to ensure that K&S Restorations are your number one choice when it comes to heritage restoration.

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