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The King’s Foundation Summer School, United Kingdom
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The Summer School
The Summer School enables participants to develop their knowledge of traditional architecture, design, building and repair techniques and how these can be applied in the 21st century. The three-week programme is delivered at The King’s Foundation headquarters at Dumfries House in Ayrshire.
Programme Overview
Week One
- Drawing classes
- Geometry and structure exercises
- Architectural tours
- Study of architectural development and history
Week Two
- Work with expert craft teams
- Learn craft and conservation skills in:
- Timber
- Thatching
- Stonemasonry
- Lime plastering
- Stained glass
Week Three
- Week-long Design Gravity workshop
- Study the craft of creating vaulted ceilings and stairs with expert tutors from Spain
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The course starts on the afternoon of Sunday 12th July 2026.
Location
The King’s Foundation headquarters, Dumfries House, Scotland.
Fees
£4,500
Fully inclusive, including tuition, materials, accommodation, and food. Travel to and from the Summer School is not covered.
Qualifications Needed
There are no entry requirements for this course and anyone is welcome to apply.
Ideal Candidates
The programme will particularly benefit:
- Architects
- Developers
- Builders
- Craftspeople
- Students interested in building crafts and architecture, and how these factors respond to the local identity of historic contexts in a timeless and ecological way.
What to Bring
All materials are included in the fee, so you only need to pack the essentials to help your stay away from home go smoothly.
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What You Will Achieve
You will learn skills including:
- Stonemasonry
- Carpentry
- Thatching
- Lime plastering
- Stained glass
- Timber framing
- Design and build
- Public consultation
- Technical drawing
What Happens if You Don’t Complete the Course
We highly recommend the three-week Summer School is completed in full. However, if you are unable to attend for the duration or are interested in a particular week’s curriculum, please do get in touch.
Watch Students in Action
Watch students in action on week two of the Foundation Summer School.
How to Apply
If you are interested in applying for this programme, please email: kasia.howard@kings-foundation.org
Any new applications will be added to the waiting list.
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