Business Details
26 Years
experience
Expert Urban Design & Architecture Solutions
Established in 2000, Urban Design Solutions has built a reputation for delivering innovative urban design and architectural services to local authorities, developers, and community groups. Our approach integrates urban design principles with architectural expertise to create functional, sustainable spaces that reflect local character and community needs. With a focus on environmental responsibility, we prioritise early stakeholder engagement and utilise computer-generated modelling to communicate design concepts effectively. Our team combines Chartered Architect status with recognition as urban design practitioners, ensuring projects meet rigorous professional standards. We specialise in master planning, regeneration strategies, and public realm design, with a proven track record in enhancing town centres, residential developments, and riverside landscapes.Our commitment to quality is demonstrated through completed projects across Scotland and northern England, including award-winning schemes in Alloa and Stenhousemuir. We maintain memberships with the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) and Royal Incorporation of Architects in Scotland (RIAS), reinforcing our dedication to design excellence. Our services extend from initial concept development to construction management, ensuring seamless project delivery. By balancing built fabric with natural elements, we create spaces that foster human connections and sustainable urban living. Our work has been recognised through competition successes and long-term partnerships with public sector clients.
Services
Master Planning
Urban Regeneration
Design & Access Statements
Public Realm Strategies
Landscape Design
Architectural Design
Character Appraisals
Shop Frontage Improvements
Details
- Year established: 2000
Highlights and features
- We combine Chartered Architect status with Recognised Practitioner in Urban Design accreditation
- Our team has delivered over 20 major urban regeneration projects since 2000
- We utilise advanced computer modelling for design communication
- We maintain active memberships with RIBA and RIAS professional bodies
- Our projects demonstrate proven success in community consultation processes
Associations and certifications
- Urban Design Group
- Royal Institute of British Architects
- Royal Incorporation of Architects in Scotland
- Architects Registration Board
Services
Master Planning
We develop comprehensive master plans for urban developments, integrating architectural design with spatial strategy. Our approach considers environmental sustainability, community needs, and economic viability. Projects include new settlements and town centre regeneration schemes.
Urban Regeneration
Our regeneration services revitalise urban areas through strategic interventions. We've completed schemes in Alloa and Stenhousemuir that transformed town centres while preserving local character. Services include public realm improvements and economic development strategies.
Public Realm Design
We design functional public spaces that enhance community interaction. Our work includes pocket squares, riverside landscapes, and pedestrian-friendly town centres. Projects incorporate sustainable materials and accessible design principles.
Design Consultancy
We provide expert design guidance throughout the development process. Services include design and access statements, character appraisals, and construction management. Our consultancy ensures compliance with planning requirements and design standards.
Community Engagement
We facilitate community involvement in urban design projects. Our process includes public workshops, consultation events, and collaborative design sessions to ensure developments meet local needs and aspirations.
People
Leslie D. Howson
Company Director
Chartered Architect and Recognised Practitioner in Urban Design with over 20 years' experience. Holds diplomas from Glasgow and Edinburgh universities. Leads urban design projects and maintains professional memberships with RIBA, RIAS, and Urban Design Group.
Questions
What areas do you operate in?
We work across Scotland and northern England, with completed projects in Edinburgh, Clackmannanshire, Cumbria, and Northumberland.
What types of projects do you handle?
We specialise in urban regeneration, master planning, public realm design, and architectural projects for both public and private sector clients.
How do you involve communities in design?
We conduct public consultations, workshops, and collaborative design sessions to ensure developments meet local needs and aspirations.
What makes your approach unique?
We combine architectural expertise with urban design principles, using computer modelling to visualise concepts and maintain strong community engagement throughout projects.
Are you professionally accredited?
Yes, we hold accreditations from Urban Design Group, RIBA, and RIAS, with our director being a Chartered Architect and Recognised Practitioner in Urban Design.
