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Reuben Studios is owned and operated by Andrew Patience - a qualified operative stonemason and fully licensed commercial builder. With over 40 years’ experience in the stone trade, Andrew has significant expertise in both monumental and building masonry. The team at Reuben Studios includes a selection of Italian stone artisans experienced in traditional masonry techniques. Reuben Studios is also heritage department-approved.

Reuben Studios has completed both large and small heritage building projects, operating as Principal Contract Heritage Building restorers. We provide heritage documentation for all projects and will liaise with relevant authorities while offering services as consultants and conservators.

Here are just some of our accolades:

• We were a recipient of both the Bronze and Silver medallions for Craftsmanship 1976
• We won Tina Wentcher Sculpture Prize 1978
• Studied at the ISS Palladio Foundation 2003 (in Venice)
• Trained at International School of Conservation and Restoration Venice
• We have been a member of the Stonecutters Wages Board and The ITC Trade Committee
• We currently serve on the Stone and Conservation Consultative Panels for various city councils