The building is connected to the Burberry fashion legacy and is considered a prime example of Queen Anne Revival architecture. Mr Harding submitted more than 30 listing applications and collaborated extensively with the council, Hampshire Cultural Trust, and Luke Murphy MP. "To have this building protected and recognised on the National List also registers Basingstoke’s significant impact on the global stage which many don’t know about and is close to being almost forgotten, but not anymore. Mr Mares, who invented the waterproof coat fabric ‘Peltinvain’, commissioned architects Cooper and Howell to transform the home. (Image: Liam Harding)The heritage report reveals the building remains remarkably well-preserved, despite later conversions for office use.