Natalie Anderson Rathwell is a Senior Architectural Historian and Heritage Consultant at Matrix Heritage. She has six years of experience in cultural heritage reporting, working on behalf of federal, provincial, municipal and private sector clients, and 15 years of related professional experience in the fields of art and architectural history. Natalie gained a breadth of experience in Canadian architectural history working with experts Dr. Peter Coffman (Carleton University), and Dr. Malcolm Thurlby (York University), and in cultural heritage under the direction of expert Julie Harris (Contentworks; Matrix Heritage). She is a professional member of the Canadian Association of Heritage Professionals (C.A.H.P.) and an active member with the Society for the Study of Architecture in Canada. 

Natalie has completed projects ranging from cultural heritage evaluations of single unit residential properties, to heritage impact assessments of components of municipal infrastructure, and large scale cultural heritage landscape studies of sites under federal jurisdiction. Whether delving into the local archives, or taking pictures from an icy bridge, Natalie approaches her work with interest and enthusiasm for the history of each place. Her expertise and tact are a valuable addition to the teams of professionals required to make plans for renovations, development, redevelopment, or rehabilitation involving built heritage resources or cultural heritage landscapes a reality.

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EDUCATION

• PhD Candidate (incomplete) Art History and Visual Culture; Focus on 19th century architecture in Canada – York University, Toronto, ON

• M.A. 2013, Art History – Carleton University, Ottawa, ON

• B.A. 2011, Art History, Minor in History (Highest Hons) – Carleton University, Ottawa, ON

 

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS & CREDENTIALS

• Professional Member, Canadian Association of Heritage Professionals

• Society for the Study of Architecture in Canada

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