Business Details
Award-Winning Architects in Edinburgh
We are an Edinburgh-based studio of architects and designers, operating locally and internationally with private and public sector clients. Our expertise spans the design of universities, schools, research institutes, sporting centres, art galleries, workplaces, hospitals, and homes. We approach each project with sensitivity to location and culture, blending advanced building technology with traditional techniques. Our collaborative methodology integrates client input, design teams, and communities to create inspirational environments. We prioritise simplicity and elegance in delivering functional, long-lasting buildings that are easy to use and a pleasure to occupy.With in-house Passivhaus Designers, we achieve low-carbon and net-zero outcomes through pathfinder projects. Our multidisciplinary support includes contract administration, BIM, interior design, and project management. Regular design, construction, and sustainability review panels ensure quality throughout the process. Led by directors and an experienced senior team, our studio has received over 100 major design awards. Our ambition is to deliver beautiful, sustainable designs of enduring value to clients, building users, and communities.
Services
Architectural Design
Sustainable Architecture
Interior Design
BIM Modelling
Conservation Architecture
Masterplanning
Retrofit Solutions
Contract Administration
Digital Visualisation
Inclusive Design
Highlights and features
- We have over 60 years of experience in architectural design across diverse sectors.
- Our in-house Passivhaus Designers deliver low-carbon and net-zero solutions.
- We combine advanced building technology with traditional craftsmanship techniques.
- Our multidisciplinary team provides end-to-end project management and support.
- We have received over 100 major design awards for our innovative projects.
Associations and certifications
- RIBA
- Passivhaus Designers
- BREEAM
- LEED
Services
Architectural Design
We deliver tailored architectural solutions from large-scale masterplans to small interventions. Our approach combines creative vision with technical rigour, ensuring designs meet client needs while respecting context and sustainability. Projects span education, healthcare, cultural, and residential sectors.
Sustainable Architecture
Our sustainable design services integrate energy-efficient systems and low-carbon materials. Certified experts in Passivhaus, BREEAM, and LEED standards deliver net-zero outcomes through thermal modelling, airtightness design, and lifecycle carbon analysis for all building types.
BIM Modelling
We utilise Building Information Modelling (BIM) for cross-discipline coordination and performance optimisation. Services include COBie data integration, digital twin development, and BIM execution plans aligned with BS EN 19650 standards across all project stages.
Conservation Architecture
Our conservation-accredited architects specialise in adapting historic buildings while maintaining architectural integrity. Services include condition surveys, statutory consultations, retrofit strategies, and low-carbon interventions for heritage assets across sectors.
Interior Design
We create functional interior environments that complement architectural aesthetics. Focusing on material understanding and spatial coherence, our services cover workplace design, social spaces, circulation systems, and furniture consultancy for commercial and residential projects.
Questions
What architectural services do you offer?
We provide full architectural services across all RIBA stages, including masterplanning, building design, conservation, interior design, and sustainable solutions.
Do you specialise in specific building types?
We work across education, healthcare, cultural, residential, and commercial sectors with particular expertise in sustainable and heritage projects.
How do you incorporate sustainability into designs?
We embed sustainability from inception using Passivhaus principles, thermal modelling, low-carbon materials, and lifecycle analysis to achieve BREEAM/LEED certifications.
Can you handle international projects?
Yes, our Edinburgh-based team works on projects worldwide, combining local context understanding with global design standards.
What awards has the firm won?
We have received over 100 major design awards, including RIBA National Awards and British Construction Industry Building of the Year recognitions.
How do you manage project delivery?
We use BIM coordination, regular design reviews, and in-house contract administration to ensure projects meet quality, budget, and regulatory requirements from inception to completion.
