The Georgian Magazine 

The Group’s official magazine The Georgian is published bi-annually and sent to all 3,500 members of the Georgian Group who include owners and investors in Georgian property; professionals working in the fields of art, architecture, conservation, curation, academia and law plus those interested in Georgian architecture, preservation, restoration and decoration of buildings.

The magazine plays an important role in providing communication to members. It contains vital information, with regular features on buildings at risk, practical tips for owners of Georgian properties, restoration projects - both exterior and interior, casework, art, news, reviews, events and activities.

Readership Information 
There are currently 3,500 Members who are: Owners of or investors in Georgian houses (a significant number of which are of historical importance); Interested in Georgian architecture, preservation, restoration and decoration of buildings; Professionals working in the fields of art, architecture, conservation, curation, academia and law. Members join the Group to further their interest in Georgian architecture, to have the opportunity to meet with like minded individuals, to gain useful advice on current restoration/conservation projects and to take part in the comprehensive activities programme.

Benefits of Advertising 
The Georgian magazine offers you the opportunity to specifically target members of this highly influential and affluent group, in a publication that they look to for information and advice. Members are committed to the preservation and conservation of Georgian buildings and with 40% of listed buildings in England and Wales being Georgian or containing Georgian work, this is a highly lucrative market in which to promote your products and services.

Other Publications 
An annual journal is produced by the group which is recognised as the leading compendium of academic research on the Georgian period. The Georgian Group also produces a wide range of books and pamphlets containing practical advice for the house-owner and the conservation professional.

Origin 
The Georgian Group was founded in 1937 to save Georgian buildings, monuments, parks and gardens from destruction or disfigurement and where necessary, to encourage their appropriate repair or restoration. It also aims to stimulate public knowledge of Georgian architecture, town planning, and of Georgian taste in the decorative arts, design and craftsmanship.

Status Today 
It is a registered charity (no. 209934), a National Amenity Society for England and Wales with grants from central government and a Statutory Consultee on alterations to listed Georgian buildings involving demolition and alteration as legislated in the 1971 Town & Country Planning Act. 

The “Age of Elegance” 
The Georgian era, nominally from 1714-1837, saw the construction of some of our greatest buildings, such as St Paul’s Cathedral, Somerset House and country houses of the grandeur of Blenheim Palace. Today there are also thousands of smaller surviving Georgian houses in our towns and cities. In general, buildings of this period display similar characteristics, aesthetically pleasing symmetry and meticulous attention to detail. Many features of this era are promoted by today’s construction industry in response to the popularity of period style property for new build or refurbishment.

Georgian Style 
The early Georgian years were dominated by the style of the Italian architect, Andrea Palladio, inspired by classical Roman and Greek architecture. From the 1760’s, the neo-classical style of the Adam Brothers became fashionable. Bold, austere features were replaced by more elaborate and intricate designs. Finally, during the Regency period from 1811-1830, a more casual, less formal style became popular.

Architectural Features 
Examples include Roman columns, arch-topped venetian windows, classical motifs and imagery, sweeping staircase halls, pointed casement windows, parapets, counter-weighted sash windows, wrought iron balconies and verandas, parquet wooden floors and highly decorated ceilings with relief plasterwork. Georgian fireplaces became world famous. Colour and patterns changed dramatically with the introduction of pastel paints and by the end of the eighteenth century, luxury wallpapers were imported from China.

For information of advertising in the Georgian magazine please contact Geoff Connelly on 01462 896688 or email: