Publications

Development of Sash and Case Windows

"Development of Sash and Case Windows" is a detailed account of the historical evolution of the sash and case window, detailing the gradual technical and aesthetic refinements.

Study of Building Preservation Trusts in Scotland

A study commissioned by Historic Scotland, the Heritage Lottery Fund and the Architecural Heritage fund to review the Building Preservation Trusts in Scotland.

Early Medieval Sculpture and the Production of Meaning, Value and Place

The Case of Hilton of Cadboll

A research report designed to gain an understanding of meaning and values surrounding early medieval sculpture.

Impact of the Braer Oil Spill on Historic Scotland Monuments in Shetland

A study of the effects of the Braer oil spill on stone structures in Shetland.

Haddon Rig Research Report

Inventory of Historic Battlefields research and study report

Training in Construction Crafts

Erasmus+ Project Report

A comparative study of trades training in Norway, Poland, and Scotland.

Stakeholder and Population Research Reports

Results and Recommendations

Results and recommendations from our studies to see how stakeholders and the wider population view our work.

Soft Capping in Scotland

This Research Report covers the use of plants on masonry to preserve traditional buildings.

Climate Change Risk Assessment

Review the results of an initial baseline assessment of the risks posed by climate change to HES Properties in Care. It uses a number of datasets to determine the risk of damage and loss to sites.

Painted ceilings from 16th and 17th century properties

A technical paper commissioned in collaboration with AOC Archaeology providing information on a collection of painted ceilings from 16th and 17th century properties.