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How to use archives and collections to discover more about Scotland’s buildings
Tuesday 10 January 2023
Have you been itching to start a project around the house? The New Year is a great time to set goals and begin planning for those home improvements. Discover how archives can give you tips, inspiration and help you learn more about the history of buildings in Scotland.
Binding with earth: what we know about earth mortars in Scotland
Monday 5 December 2022
Building with earth mortar is a tradition that's over 5,000 years old. So why do we know so little about this material, and how to use it, today? Traditional Skills and Materials Project Manager, Graham Briggs, is here to help you find out more.
What is condensation and how to prevent it in older buildings?
Tuesday 29 November 2022
Condensation can be a problem in Scotland’s homes over winter, but with the energy crisis causing many people to turn off or turn down their heating, condensation will likely be more of a problem this winter. Moses Jenkins explains what condensation is and shares some low cost tips on keeping yourself and your home healthy if you're turning down that thermostat.
Designing for health: architecture in older buildings
Monday 3 October 2022
Find out how health was historically taken into account in the design of buildings and why it's now more relevant than ever.
“The greenest building is the one that already exists”: How traditional buildings are key to a circular society
Wednesday 20 July 2022
The construction and demolition industry is responsible for huge amounts of waste every year, in the UK accounting for around 60% of material use and waste. Madeleine Clark explores how traditional buildings are part of the solution.
Five Years of the Engine Shed: Our Staff Highlights
Friday 1 July 2022
We can barely believe it's been five whole years since we moved into our building in Stirling! As we start to move on from the pandemic and consider how best to support the building conservation sector going forward, in this blog some of our team reflect on their highlights from the past few years.
Thank you
The Engine Shed is accredited by the Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA) and National Open College Network (NOCN). The Engine Shed was supported by a grant from the National Lottery Heritage Fund. Thanks to National Lottery players, we have been able to share knowledge of traditional building materials, develop skills and raise standards in conservation for traditional buildings.
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