Business Details
41 Years
experience
Award-Winning Architects in Glasgow & Edinburgh | Hypostyle Architects
Established in 1985, Hypostyle Architects is an award-winning architectural practice with offices in Glasgow and Edinburgh. Our diverse portfolio demonstrates a proven ability to balance commercial awareness with social responsibility. We deliver thoughtful architectural solutions tailored to the evolving needs of public, private, and commercial clients across Scotland and beyond. Our team of creative professionals brings decades of expertise across residential, commercial, healthcare, educational, and cultural sectors. With over 70% of our staff having more than ten years' tenure, we maintain a skilled resource base supported by documented quality assurance processes. We prioritise sustainability through Passive House design, BREEAM certification, and net-zero strategies aligned with Scottish standards.Our Corporate Social Responsibility Policy, certified to ISO 9001:2008, reflects our commitment to ethical practice and community engagement. We specialise in conservation projects with RIAS-accredited architects and extensive experience in historic building regulations. Our masterplanning services integrate placemaking principles to create dynamic environments that enhance quality of life. Through collaboration with clients, contractors, and consultants, we ensure innovative solutions that meet project goals while maintaining compliance with CDM regulations.
Services
Architecture
Conservation Projects
Masterplanning
Sustainable Design
Principal Designer Services
Retrofit Solutions
BREEAM Certification
Passive House Design
Details
- Year established: 1985
Highlights and features
- We have over 40 years of architectural experience across multiple sectors
- Our team includes ISO-certified quality management professionals
- 70% of our staff have more than a decade of tenure
- We offer Passive House design and BREEAM certification expertise
- Our conservation architects are RIAS-accredited and RIBA-registered
Associations and certifications
- BS EN ISO 9001:2008
- RIAS Accreditation in Conservation
- BREEAM Assessor
Services
Architecture
Hypostyle Architects provides comprehensive architectural services spanning residential, commercial, healthcare, and cultural sectors. Our bespoke designs balance client aspirations with site-specific requirements while maintaining commercial viability. With 40+ years of experience, we deliver projects that meet strict deadlines and budgets while exceeding stakeholder expectations through innovative design solutions.
Conservation Projects
Our RIAS-accredited conservation architects specialise in preserving historically significant buildings. We navigate complex regulations through expert engagement with Historic Environment Scotland and Edinburgh World Heritage Trust. With PAS-2035/2038 compliance expertise, we deliver sensitive restoration projects that maintain architectural integrity while meeting modern functional requirements for both public and private sector clients.
Sustainable Design
We integrate active and passive sustainability measures across all projects to reduce carbon footprints. Our certified Passive House designers and BREEAM assessors help clients achieve net-zero targets through energy-efficient solutions. We combine technical expertise with regulatory knowledge to ensure compliance with Scotland's evolving environmental standards while minimising long-term operational costs for building owners.
Masterplanning
Our masterplanning services create dynamic environments that enhance quality of life and economic vitality. We specialise in urban regeneration, suburban development, and settlement expansion projects. By integrating green infrastructure and placemaking principles, we design spaces that foster community connections while balancing environmental sustainability with commercial viability for public and private sector clients.
Principal Designer Services
As Principal Designer, we manage health and safety compliance throughout construction projects. Our CDM-regulated approach identifies and mitigates risks during design phases through coordinated stakeholder collaboration. With extensive industry experience, we ensure safe, efficient project delivery from concept to completion while maintaining full regulatory compliance for all parties involved.
People
Gerry Henaughen
Director Architect
With over 30 years' experience, Gerry leads architectural projects combining technical expertise with creative vision. He specialises in complex commercial developments and has directed multiple award-winning projects across Scotland.
John Garrett
Director Architect
John brings extensive healthcare architecture experience, having led major hospital and care facility projects. His expertise in regulatory compliance ensures functional, future-proof healthcare environments that meet evolving medical needs.
Jane Meneely
Director Architect
Jane specialises in sustainable design and Passive House certification. She leads net-zero initiatives and mentors junior staff in emerging environmental standards, ensuring Hypostyle Architects remains at the forefront of sustainable architecture.
Alan Park
Principal Designer
Alan oversees health and safety compliance for all projects, applying 25+ years' construction industry experience. He ensures CDM regulation adherence while maintaining design integrity and project efficiency.
Michael Keegan
Senior Technician
Michael provides technical leadership for complex building systems, with particular expertise in retrofit projects. His 20+ years' experience ensures practical, buildable solutions that balance innovation with construction realities.
Questions
What architectural services does Hypostyle Architects offer?
We provide comprehensive architectural services including new-build projects, conservation work, masterplanning, sustainable design, and Principal Designer health & safety coordination across residential, commercial, healthcare, and cultural sectors.
Do you specialise in sustainable building design?
Yes, we offer Passive House design, BREEAM certification, and net-zero strategies. Our certified specialists integrate energy-efficient solutions while ensuring compliance with Scottish environmental standards.
Can you work on historic buildings?
Our RIAS-accredited conservation architects have extensive experience with listed buildings. We navigate complex regulations through expert engagement with Historic Environment Scotland and Edinburgh World Heritage Trust.
What areas do you serve?
While based in Glasgow and Edinburgh, we work across Scotland and beyond. Our portfolio includes projects in urban centres, suburban areas, and rural communities throughout the country.
How do you ensure project quality?
We maintain ISO 9001:2008 certification with documented quality assurance processes. Our experienced team uses collaborative workflows and technical reviews to ensure consistent delivery of high-quality architectural solutions.
What is your approach to masterplanning?
We create dynamic environments through placemaking principles that enhance quality of life. Our masterplans integrate green infrastructure and stakeholder engagement to deliver economically viable, socially responsible urban developments.
