Current Members

The RHDF has a wide range of members and is always looking for new members who share an interest in Ramsgate. The current membership consists of:

Ivan del Renzio

CHAIR

Ivan is an Architect based in Ramsgate and current chair of the design forum. He also lectures at the University of Kent at undergraduate and graduate level specialising in environmental design and sustainability.

 

Michael Foley

Historic Building Surveyor 

Michael grew up in Ramsgate and was a carpenter for 25 years but now runs a local RICS regulated building surveying practice, which operates exclusively in the historic environment.  

 

Jeremy Fazzalaro

heritage consultant

Jeremy is an experienced and accredited historic buildings and heritage specialist with a background in local government, Historic England, and private consultancy. Founder of J F Heritage, he offers expert advice on heritage conservation, planning, and historic buildings. He lives in Ramsgate.

 

Gabriel Holland

Interior Designer

Gabriel Holland is an interior designer with over 20 years experience working on  residential & commercial projects including many historic properties.  Gabriel has also advised on the use of traditional paint colours within listed buildings in her role as a colour consultant.

 

Paul Shearer

community Liaison 

Paul is a freelance journalist and writer. Having started in broadcast comedy for TV and radio, he switched to journalism and wrote about property for The Times, Bricks and Mortar and The Financial Times, House and Home. His grandfather, father, mother, brother and sister all trained as architects.

 

Theresa Smith

Artist

Theresa Smith is Director of Mooch, a socially engaged, Ramsgate based, public art practice which has been responsible for several iconic artworks in the town including The Crown, The Ramsgate Meridian 5.41 and PERFUGIUM MISERIS.

 

Victoria Clarke

Citizens Advice Thanet

Victoria is a community advocate and conservation enthusiast, dedicated to preserving local heritage. Having grown up in Thanet, her primary focus lies at the intersection of conservation and community, applying her structured problem-solving skills to protect local spaces and enrich the lives of residents.