Documenting Scotland’s Historic Environment
An introduction to a range of traditional and innovative methods for recording Scotland’s historic built environment.
The recording of buildings is an essential component of heritage management. The primary purpose of this is to establish an accurate record, typically in 3D, of a building as the starting point for key decisions around repair and maintenance. This allows evaluation or monitoring of a structure’s condition to establish the need for interventions to repair, conserve or maintain the fabric.
The three morning talks will introduce a range of 3D recording techniques, including survey methods and the latest innovations in digital documentation such as laser scanning and photogrammetry. We will explore the benefits of different techniques and the types of outputs these forms of 3D data capture produce, which can be used for conservation and maintenance projects.
A networking lunch will provide those opting to purchase the full-day learning experience the opportunity to continue discussions and explore the Engine Shed.
You will then be invited to a hands-on demonstration of photogrammetry techniques for recording buildings. This will take place either inside or outside the Engine Shed, depending on weather.
Learning outcomes
You will:
- be introduced to a range of digital documentation techniques suitable for the 3D survey of a traditional building or site
- understand how data derived from digital documentation can inform conservation or repair projects and enhance the understanding of a building or site, through presentation of a range of case studies
- learn how photogrammetric techniques are used to provide accurate records of a wide range of heritage materials, from small objects to large structures
Speakers
- Gordon Urquhart, Postgraduate Course Manager, Historic Environment Scotland
- Dr Lyn Wilson, Digital Documentation Manager, Historic Environment Scotland
- Charne Janse Van Rensburg, Digital Documentation Officer, Historic Environment Scotland
- David Vacas Madrid, Senior Digital Documentation Officer, Historic Environment Scotland
- Al Rawlinson, Head of Digital Innovation and Learning, Historic Environment Scotland
Dates
Performances on 5/22/2025 12:00:00 AM
Thur 22 May
Thursday 22 May 2025 9:30AM to 4:00PM
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Engine Shed , Forthside Way, Stirling, FK8 2BY
We encourage graduates, heritage professionals and building practitioners from all disciplines interested in developing their knowledge and practice in traditional buildings to consider attending.
We also welcome anyone responsible for a traditional building or with an interest in the broader aspects of architectural history and building conservation in Scotland.
This learning session can be used towards your continued professional development (CPD). A certificate of attendance will be issued following participation.
Who should attend?- Refreshments will be provided on arrival and lunch will be catered. Please contact our events team with any special dietary requirements.
Cancellation and Refunds
- Visit Historic Environment Scotland's Consumer Terms Site for information on our cancellation and refund policy.
Please wear suitable footwear and dress appropriately for seasonal weather – the photogrammetry demonstration may take place outside.
Photogrammetry demonstrationTickets must be purchased ‘per individual’
If you would like to book multiple tickets on behalf of your organisation, invoicing can be arranged. Please email technicaleducation@hes.scot for more information.
Group bookingsHistoric Scotland Members can claim 10% discount using the promo code HSMember.
Please bring your membership card with you on the day. Not a member? Join now to start enjoying the benefits.
Students currently undertaking a college or university course can use the code Student to obtain a free ticket. This is only redeemable when signing up with a valid student email address and upon production of a valid student ID card.
Discounted tickets- full day learning session (in person) - $75.00 (Rank = 0)
Full day learning experience (9.30am to 4pm) ticket includes lunch and refreshments, and a hands-on demonstration of photogrammetry techniques for recording buildings in the afternoon.
Please contact our events team with any special dietary requirements.
Our full-day events sell out quickly. If tickets sell out, you'll be able to join our waiting list and be first in line if we release more tickets.
- morning session (virtual attendance) - $30.00 (Rank = 0)
A virtual ticket to the morning learning session. 9.30am to 12.30pm.
We encourage graduates, heritage professionals and building practitioners from all disciplines interested in developing their knowledge and practice in traditional buildings to consider attending.
We also welcome anyone responsible for a traditional building or with an interest in the broader aspects of architectural history and building conservation in Scotland.
This learning session can be used towards your continued professional development (CPD). A certificate of attendance will be issued following participation.
Who should attend?- Refreshments will be provided on arrival and lunch will be catered. Please contact our events team with any special dietary requirements.
Cancellation and Refunds
- Visit Historic Environment Scotland's Consumer Terms Site for information on our cancellation and refund policy.
Please wear suitable footwear and dress appropriately for seasonal weather – the photogrammetry demonstration may take place outside.
Photogrammetry demonstrationTickets must be purchased ‘per individual’
If you would like to book multiple tickets on behalf of your organisation, invoicing can be arranged. Please email technicaleducation@hes.scot for more information.
Group bookingsHistoric Scotland Members can claim 10% discount using the promo code HSMember.
Please bring your membership card with you on the day. Not a member? Join now to start enjoying the benefits.
Students currently undertaking a college or university course can use the code Student to obtain a free ticket. This is only redeemable when signing up with a valid student email address and upon production of a valid student ID card.
Discounted tickets