An Introduction to Building Conservation
Wednesday 11 September 2024
Engine Shed
Professional
Quite technical
Event Description
Join us to explore the strategies and philosophies governing architectural conservation in Scotland. We will examine the nature of traditional Scottish building materials, and outline how international standards of good conservation practice can be applied to offset or adapt to the impact of climate change on our historic built environment.
A networking lunch will provide you with the opportunity to continue discussions and explore the Engine Shed. Our full-day experience includes an afternoon site visit to Bannockburn House, where our team will lead you on a technical tour of this remarkable late 17th-century mansion and identify conservation techniques in practice.
For those who cannot join us in person, a virtual ticket is available for the morning session.
Learning outcomes
You will:
- learn how the materials, design and construction of traditional Scottish buildings affect function and performance over time.
- understand the development of international conservation principles and ethics and how these inform and justify decisions affecting repairs, alterations and maintenance.
- understand how key issues, including dramatic changes to climate and economy, are impacting Scotland’s traditional built environment and how these are being addressed
Speakers
- Ingval Maxwell, former Director of Technical Conservation, Research & Education at Historic Scotland
- Roger Curtis, Head of Technical Resources at Historic Environment Scotland
- Gordon Urquhart, Postgraduate Course Manager at Historic Environment Scotland
Wednesday 11 September 2024
Tickets
- £30.00 - morning learning session (virtual attendance)
- Online access to the morning of lectures and Q&A.
- £45.00 - morning learning session (in person)
- A morning of lectures, Q&A and networking lunch at the Engine Shed in Stirling.
- £75.00 - full day experience (in person)
- A morning of lectures, Q&A and networking lunch at the Engine Shed in Stirling, plus the afternoon visit to Bannockburn House. Please wear suitable footwear and clothing, as the building has uneven flooring.
Contact
- Engine Shed Programme Team 01786 234800 technicaleducation@hes.scot
Engine Shed
Get directionsAfternoon Site Visit
Coach travel will be provided for the afternoon visit to Bannockburn House. Some walking will be required, so please wear suitable clothing and shoes. Floors in the house are uneven.