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Previous page - Albus by jmarchitects is a hard act to follow Above - Nature and man colliide in harmonious fashion at Kirroughtree
2014 has been a momentous year on playing fields and debating halls across the land but it is in our construction sites that the most enduring changes have been effected. Over the next 11 pages we’ve compiled the best practices and asked them to show us what they’re made of whilst architects reveal what the year has meant for them in both business and design terms. The New Year roll call kicks off in the unlikely environment
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of Glasgow’s east end, where jmarchitects’ cavernous concrete set piece, The Albus, extends the regeneration process instigated by the Commonwealth Games to Bridgeton. From there we head south to Kirroughtree Visitor Centre in Galloway Forest Park. Both projects couldn’t be further apart in terms of design but they share a common attention to detail and context, qualities which sentJM surging to the top in 2014.
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Rod Duncan Design Director Do you consider the recovery to be real and durable? While we have seen some improvement in the economy the recovery doesn’t appear to be even and it may be sometime before we see a rise in fee levels. Public spending in some shape or form seems to be continuing to prop up much of the architectural activity while private spending and a movement in the commercial market seems to be steadily gaining impetus. This relatively slow development does mean however it feels more sustainable and durable. Volume housing seems to be improving fast and it’s also encouraging to see the spend forecast from the colleges and universities in Scotland
Hot on their tail come Page/Park, Reiach & Hall and BDP, three steady pairs of hands who have impressed with the flamboyant Theatre Royal, Glasgow; Maggie’s Lanarkshire and ITREZ, Glasgow. It is easy to overlook the magnitude of the changes being wrought when viewed from the perspective of a daily dripfeed, only when collated together does the true magnitude become apparent, including more than a few surprises.
Is Scotland lacking practices of global reach? Yes, I think many home grown practices should really be extending their global reach and influence in a similar fashion to some of our Scandinavian colleagues. There are very few practices with their HQ in Scotland who are global players. We do detect however a growing confidence and ambition in many Scottish practices and we may see this scenario change in coming years. We do great work in Scotland and we should be reaching out. Has the profession become too fragmented? Do we need a period of consolidation? I think inevitably a recession causes fragmentation with smaller practices developing from larger ones, sole practitioners setting up shop at home and larger practices shrinking. I think the consolidation has probably now occurred as a result of these market forces and with some cautious optimism perhaps we’ll see the strengthening of all players large and small within our profession. >
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What reforms are needed for architecture to prosper? A combination of a number of adjustments could see benefits for the profession. Within schools of architecture there should be a wider diversification of ambition embracing, not only design, but also project management, construction and law. A balance between time spent in practice and time spent in education would benefit the profession and assist in strengthening a set of values throughout the industry. Evolution is key to allow us to prosper. Our market and the expectations within it have altered. We as a profession need to continually adapt through careful analysis and rigour allowing us to identify real reasons—needs, concerns, demands, or desires—for doing things differently. 02
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I think it is, yes. The downturn was very deep and it’s effect will be felt for some time to come but - post-referendum - there does appear to be less nervousness and uncertainty, particularly in the commercial market, and consequently it has given our practice a tentative confidence that a sustainable recovery is now under way.
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David Ross Design Director Do you consider the recovery to be real and durable? URBAN REALM WINTER 2014 URBANREALM.COM
Is Scotland lacking practices with a global reach? I don’t think we lack a global reach but it’s inevitable that a recession makes everyone a bit more risk averse. Working internationally carries risks that are not as immediately controllable as working closer to home, therefore it seems natural that international prospecting becomes less of a priority. However, we’ve enjoyed some success overseas in the last few years and it has definitely enriched us as individuals, and given
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us the confidence to believe we could work anywhere in the world. Has the profession become too fragmented? Do we need a period of consolidation? A difficult question to answer, however it’s undoubtedly true that the profession is stronger when it’s members work together to nurture and protect it. I think the answer still lies in a greater proximity between education and practice and there’s an obligation on practices to support the schools and universities in a much more direct way. We have our own initiative currently going on in Ayrshire and its something I feel very strongly about. What reforms are needed for architecture to prosper? It may seem obvious to target procurement as an area that needs to become more transparent and direct. Competitive bidding can be a long, protracted and expensive pursuit, and it seems inevitable that those who can’t sustain the cost will have to gradually withdraw from the process. And then if fees become the defining criteria for successful selection, it can compound the problem of developing better quality civic buildings. 06
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Gareth Hoskins Architects
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Cooper Cromar
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Charles Graham-Marr, Chairman Do you consider the recovery to be real and durable? Generally there appear to be sufficient drivers at play to keep the recovery going however uncertainties such as Scotland experienced around the Referendum could stall or subdue progress.
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The Sir Chris Hoy Velodrome by 3DReid put the Commonwealth Games on the right track
The political landscape in Scotland remains unsettled and the run up to the General Election and its outcome could give rise to periods of debilitating uncertainty in Scotland and other parts of the UK. We also need to see the global economy strengthen before we can become full confident of a sustained recovery. Is Scotland lacking practices with a global reach? Scotland has some practices with global reach such as our own. It also has many more with the world class capabilities required to be successful internationally should they have the desire and possess the necessary human and financial resources. Establishing global reach other than winning one-off opportunities can require considerable investment more often than not with delayed returns. Winning one-off international opportunities should be well within the reach of these practices and it would be good to see many more setting out to achieve this as their financial positions strengthen to allow this kind of speculative endeavour. That and to win more of the trophy domestic projects which are generally won by big name international players with Scottish practices playing second fiddle. Has the profession become too fragmented? Do we need a period of consolidation? URBAN REALM WINTER 2014 URBANREALM.COM
Fragmentation need not be a problem so long as it strengthens the profession’s offer and we remain open to collaboration as we have been increasingly over the last 10 years or so. Competition can be healthy of course although it can have the detrimental effect of driving fees down to an unsustainable level. The risks of working to low fees have the potential to extend beyond the profession to clients and users of the built environment if it results in the quality of our service being compromised. What reforms are needed for architecture to prosper? Further reforms to streamline the Planning process and reforms to some of the public procurement vehicles such as HUB where fee levels and the associated payment terms need to be more favourable to the production of high quality architecture. 13
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Ewan Imrie Senior Architect and trustee Do you consider the recovery to be real and durable? As nothing fundamental has changed economically or politically, I don’t think we can take anything for granted and another
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downturn will always be around the corner. However, as an employee owned practice, the bulk of our profits are re-invested in a rainy day fund and we were one the few practices who survived the recession without losing any staff. At our recent AGM, a director urged caution by paraphrasing Machiavelli, “in times of peace, prepare for war…” and we should be mindful to build up our reserves during this current recovery. Is Scotland lacking practices with a global reach? This is not an issue that raises too much concern for our practice. We have recently focussed on extending our national reach and now have added several projects in the east coast of Scotland, in the north of England and a large housing development in London. We are aware that some architects lament the lack of high profile opportunities on a global stage. However, we are of the opinion that every project carries great importance and opportunities. As a profession, we should be aiming to achieve many more examples of world-class architecture on home soil, much in the same way that Switzerland, Netherlands and Spain have built their reputations. Has the profession become too fragmented? Do we need a period of consolidation? It is apparent that there is little communication and sharing
of knowledge amongst the architectural community and we lack a strong voice at local or national government level. It is encouraging that, recently, several people within our office are becoming active in the Glasgow Institute of Architects (GIA) and the Royal Incorporation of Architects in Scotland (RIAS), including the youngest ever GIA president. Hopefully, by more people getting involved in the institutes that represent us, creating forums for gathering and discussion and better lobbying of government, our profession can become more consolidated and gain a stronger voice. What reforms are needed for architecture to prosper? Most of our work is funded by public sources and is, therefore, subject to rigorous procurement processes. In the past few years, there has been a worrying trend whereby, in many cases, very low fees can win work over proposals of much higher quality. It seems very short sighted to accept a lower quality product, which will be used and inhabited for generations to come, for the sake of a marginal saving. Some high level intervention to reverse this trend, perhaps through policy and education regarding the value of good design, can only lead to improvements in our built environment. >
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New housing by Hypostyle is unlocking Maryhill’s full potential
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Gerry Henaughen Director Do you consider the recovery to be real and durable? In most sectors there seems to be more optimism. I believe this is a cautious optimism. Whether it is the result of a simple rebound rather than a tangible recovery is the question for most architects. There are noticeably more enquiries, more feasibility studies, and more site and development appraisals being undertaken. Also we have a huge number of projects at early design stages. The hope is that these projects convert into full commissions. Having experiences the vagaries of architectural practice through a number of economic cycles it would seem that we are currently on an upward trend. Is Scotland lacking practices with a global reach? Scotland is most definitely lacking practices with a global reach. There is a question of scale. The largest Scottish practices would mostly be considered ‘small’ in global terms. The costs of setting up global offices requires quite extensive “seed capital” and few Scottish practices have the fundamental resources to enter this global market. Architectural Practice in Scotland is fairly secular in its outlook. Scottish government help and encouragement in URBAN REALM WINTER 2014 URBANREALM.COM
these areas is required. The way forward for architectural practices in Scotland is to work collaboratively. My experience is that Scottish Architects have the reputation of being extremely professional and creative in comparison to architects from other nations and we should make the most of this. What reforms are needed for architecture to prosper? For architecture to prosper we need to consolidate and maintain the architect as the leader of ‘design’. We must ensure that architects maintain the high moral ground of design. Society needs strong architects to ensure the physical aspects of our environment are a ‘delight’ to the human condition and not just viewed as a purely functional outcome. For this to happen the respect and understanding of clients and users is paramount. High professional standards from architects and more reasonable fee levels from clients is a ‘win win’ situation in this regard. A profession wide campaign on fees and the merits of high design may help. A planning system which puts design at the forefront would also help. 15
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Do you consider the recovery to be real and durable? It certainly appears to be real. The demand in residential, commercial office and large interior projects has noticeably grown, however I don’t think anyone has the visibility to pronounce it as durable…not yet at least. Our team has grown steadily over the past two years and we have invested in new technology and systems as we are confident enough to take positive steps forward. We are still cautious however, and the long recession has completely recalibrated our approach to our business. We have become more flexible, efficient and focused on design. Fluctuating oil prices, war, political uncertainty and other impending dooms are all out with our control but managing our business isn’t. Our current workload is healthy and sustainable as it is spread over all the stages of building design, from design development to construction on both fast turn around and longer term projects. Does Scotland lack practices with global reach? Perhaps. There are a few practices that are still delivering projects in the boom markets and other more niche offices have had limited success abroad. The Scots have historically had a particularly strong reputation in architectural education however, in general, we are less adept at promoting ourselves as lead designers out with our own wee world. I think we have a lot to learn from Scandinavia as to how they export their design
expertise in this regard. . MLA have focused on the UK market with projects from Aberdeen to London. That’s not to say we would not consider extending our own global reach. If we did, these opportunities would have to be in line with our company ethos, not simply a shortcut to making a fast buck within emerging markets. International collaboration is one way of reaching out and we are currently working with New York firm Grzywinski+Pons on an Aparthotel in central Edinburgh. Has the profession become too fragmented? Do we need a period of consolidation? In general, I think the profession is grinding along very slowly. Negative competitive tendering processes, poor public and professional perception- stagnant, slow and prohibitive planning systems to name but a few, are all adding friction to the progress of the profession to the point where it is arguably grinding to a halt. Competitive tendering is a particular threat. Like many offices, we have been undercut by fee levels that we know simply cannot be delivered without either production of a completely sub standard product or professional service. Getting the right Architect with the right proposals will undoubtedly save more money long term and deliver buildings that are enduring and cost effective. None of these issues are as dangerous as the threat from architects themselves however. A siege mentality seems to >
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Possilpark has made healthy progress with AHR’s new medical centre
preventing us from working together to improve the situation. An ego purge will need to take place before we make progress on this! What reforms are needed for architecture to prosper? To enable any progression and, hopefully, prosperity we need to have a strong, pro-active professional body that is committed to and supported by its members. We all need to get involved with improving the profession - not just a vocal minority - in order to provide a sustainable future and challenge the political policies that undermine the profession. Prosperity seems a distant concept. Most architects would be happy to be appropriately recompensed for their services and talent. As such, one of the first reforms on my list would be to tackle the tragically low fee levels and to remove the incentive for continuous undercutting. The current downward trajectory leads not only to the dilution of architectural services and quality but also to the production of disappointing, substandard buildings. No one is a winner with the status quo. Despite all this I remain optimistic! 16
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Recovery does appear to be real and tangible. It is also across both public and private sector. There is excitement about the City Deal but the nature of infrastructure investment requires creative master plans - how much it will involve architects remains to be seen. What is encouraging is that it can shock projects into starting and encourage growth that otherwise might not happen. Is Scotland lacking practices with a global reach? We would argue that Scotland is not lacking practices with a global reach. 2014 saw us working on major projects in Russia and India, and also in UAE, Poland, Canada, Ireland, Belgium, Kazakhstan and China.cHaving the global reach is one thing, providing the expertise and cultural sensitivity, another, understanding the potential (payment) risks when you get there, is certainly another. Has the profession become too fragmented? Do we need a period of consolidation? We see a growing fragmentation and increased potential for polarisation in skill sets. Those that have made the full-leap to BIM are forging ahead pretty quickly. We invested in 2008 and have built an incredible working knowledge of all aspects of BIM from scan to BIM, right through the life of the building to post completion uses. What reforms are needed for architecture to prosper? What we need are governing bodies with real influence who
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can fight our corner on issues such as the change in the CDM regulations or overly onerous terms and conditions within contracts. On the latter, the engineering fraternity are fighting back so the architects should be too. If we do not, we will lose more of our good smaller practices as they are frozen out of the publicly procured opportunities. 17
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Alan Anthony Managing Director Do you consider the recovery to be real and durable? There is clear evidence of increasing investment and movement in property and I believe we have entered a period of growth in the private sector. This growth won’t be consistent but I think it will be sustained for at least 4 or 5 years and we are planning on that basis. The trick is to identify the sectors that will prosper. As a practice, we’ve been selective on OJEU (and similar) procurement opportunities and will keep monitoring this in the hope that all aspects become a little more “sensible” in a more confident market. Is Scotland lacking practices with a global reach? I’m not aware of many practices of Scottish origin who export globally. There’s a slight concern that trying to export architectural skills to Europe, Scandanavia, etc. is like taking coals
to Newcastle. Saying that, we are currently looking at Sweden, Germany and France with one particular Client so there may be scope to grow outside the UK. Other opportunities to export will most likely come from having specialised experience and will involve local collaboration. We haven’t considered further afield as yet; the more immediate focus is on the UK market. Has the profession become too fragmented? Do we need a period of consolidation? The past 6 years has seen an unprecedented level of movement – the sad demise of some established names and the formation of many new practices. I don’t think fragmentation into a number of smaller practices is an issue as they will always bring a bit of energy and excitement. As the market improves there will be some comfort and consolidation for practices that have had a rough ride but collaboration of like-minded practices will allow the ongoing independence of the smaller and newer practices. What reforms are needed for architecture to prosper? Resolve public procurement. Our perception is that the fee levels are unsustainably low and there is too much weighting on specific experience. I don’t believe it is the best route to value and quality. This is an endemic perception and, no doubt, there are many instances of improvement but the sector generally favours the larger nationals and it is difficult to penetrate for small and medium sized practices. Resurrect fee scales for public projects, agree them between the Scottish Government and RIAS, make them competitive but not suicidal and then the >
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LDN’s Greenock arts centre has transformed the waterfront
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No. Architects: 23 Peter McIlhenny Partner Do you consider the recovery to be real and durable? To continue to talk of “the recovery” is not the way to go; we have all taken some blows over the past few years – we need to learn from them and rediscover the ways of the even keel.
collective credit that we can debate and even argue across ourselves without ever drawing swords. What reforms are needed for architecture to prosper? Reform that would encourage architecture to prosper is a tricky subject. Continuing to demonstrate that we can produce the highest quality and diversity of architecture, making sure it is recognised in those and other contexts by as wide an audience as practicable and, then, insisting upon it with consistency would be a good place to start – example is the best defence against mediocrity. 20
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Is Scotland lacking practices with a global reach? It is difficult to contemplate global reach; any practice would be able to contend with occasional projects overseas, few would wish or be able to establish and maintain blanket coverage of planet Earth. So, no, Scotland is not lacking in that department.
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Has the profession become too fragmented? Do we need a period of consolidation? The profession remains cohesive, despite ongoing tensions around procurement methods and nationhood. It is to our
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EMA Architects
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Ewan McIntyre Managing Director Do you consider the recovery to be real and durable? Yes. We are a rich nation on the world stage. Irrespective of world economics, the lack of investment in new housing to meet the demands of both the private and public sector is frankly embarrassing. The pent up demand, particularly in and around our more prosperous towns and cities, means that it will
continue to be an attractive proposition for investors for some years to come. New initiatives such as the Private Rental Sector model are proof of this. Institutional investors are starting to step in where the banks won’t and I’m positive about the next 5 - 10 years...except for the punitive tax measures likely to come in the current political swing to the left. Is Scotland lacking practices with a global reach? We are a tiny country and we have to be realistic about what Scottish based practices can achieve abroad. With an education system that doesn’t necessarily reflect the needs of the country and property values that limit the money that is spent on both public and private projects, it is difficult for any practice in Scotland to build a platform for world domination. All credit to those who do! Has the profession become too fragmented? Do we need a period of consolidation? There is clearly an inequity across the profession in terms of access to public projects as a result of the often inaccessible public procurement process, and larger firms are undeniably better placed to gain advantage. However, this doesn’t suggest
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Left - EMA’s contemporary take on Edinburgh Colony housing Right - Urban housing at Lochend, Edinburgh
to me that consolidation is the way forward. As a relatively small practice we have achieved our goal of working on interesting and challenging large scale projects as a result of commitment, hard work and building the right team. I would rather see more innovative commercially oriented practices in preference to a small number of larger practices soaking up the lion’s share of available work. What reforms are needed for architecture to prosper? There is a desperate lack of suitably qualified and experienced architects in Scotland to meet the needs of the profession. The education system provides for an inequitable number of foreign fee-paying students who don’t forge their careers in Scotland, whilst the lure of London glamour continues to attract domestic graduates. The Scottish colleges and universities are a massive resource that are not currently making a very positive contribution to the profession. I would like to see education more closely aligned with the profession, planning authorities, the construction industry and the government. Architecture + Design Scotland is successfully reaching out to improve the planning process and it could possibly have a greater role in bringing together disparate stakeholders with a common goal. 28
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Ben Addy Director Do you consider the recovery to be real and durable? One can only hope. We’ve seen a dramatic increase in appointments over the last year - however for a business of our size it does not take the addition of very many jobs to have a big impact on workload. That said we’ve been very encouraged by the position of several of our corporate clients recently on bids - fees are clearly no longer the key determinant that they have been in the recent past. From our admittedly small sample it looks like there is upward pressure on fees and this is in part due to a recognition on the part of savvy clients that good work needs to be properly paid for. Architecture is a slow game so I would guess that at least part of this attitude can be explained by a greater degree of client confidence in the long term. Is Scotland lacking practices with a global reach? Perhaps. There are practices based in Scotland that achieve the highest standard of work when measured against a global yardstick - Reiach & Hall instantly springs to mind - but they are less prominent globally than what might be considered ‘equivalent’ practices in a London context (for example). There may be many reasons for this, and not every practice aspires to work across a wide geographic area, but considering Scotland’s history and the extraordinary global reach of other parts of it’s economy I think one would expect to see a bit more in the way of overseas ambition.
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Has the profession become too fragmented? Do we need a period of consolidation? I don’t think so. We’re all doing our thing, and on the many occasions where we find ourselves collaborating with other practices I think a certain shared ethos helps to pull things together very well for the sake of a good project. I certainly think the role of an architect has become too fragmented - while architects have been sleeping various essential parts of their historic remit have been captured by other professionals - but that’s another story and there’s nothing to stop the recapture in future! What reforms are needed for architecture to prosper? Public sector procurement policy in Scotland is a self-stultifying mess. It is better in England - and improving faster there too. The fine words about an architecture policy for Scotland need to be acted upon where it counts. 32
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Stallan Brand
No. Architects: 11
Paul Stallan Partner Do you consider the recovery to be real and durable? The economy is showing sure signs of improving going into
2015 although we remain guarded about over committing as a practice. We would confirm that our studio has grown steadily these last three years. Our plan going forward is not to continue to grow for growths sake but rather to consolidate our activities around a core team capable of doing major projects. We are excited looking ahead confident we have a strong pipeline of projects. Is Scotland lacking practices with a global reach? I do not wish to be critical of other practices as working overseas is not for everyone. I would however confirm that Stallan-Brand are deeply committed to developing work with international clients and exporting our design skills. We enjoy it and have certainly found it rewarding on many fronts. Has the profession become too fragmented? Do we need a period of consolidation? It would be helpful if the profession could better unite on major issues and lobby government on matters. That said most practitioners like us are so involved in the running of their practice that there is limited time to champion political agendas. Personally I have tried to dedicate time to promoting the benefits of good design, architecture and urban regeneration being involved formerly with Architecture and Design Scotland’s Executive Board and the Royal Fine Art Commission before that. I also accepted the position of Education Design Champion which involved working with local authorities and Government. Putting time into these initiatives is a challenge but I found it again rewarding in unexpected ways. If more people in the profession could commit to giving something back you can change things. >
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What reforms are needed for architecture to prosper? An act of Parliament that outlaws ‘philistinism’ would be transformational. Alternatively a radical simplification and reform of Government procurement practice is required. As a small country it should not be difficult to write development briefs that place an emphasis on design quality as a primary objective. Surely anything less is an act of cultural, economic and environmental vandalism. 35
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McLean Architects
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Janet Cameron Director Do you consider the recovery to be real and durable? Time will tell on this one... but certainly the media is reporting recovery in the housing market, growth in manufacturing and increased consumer spending. There also appears to be more movement in employment market with salaries rising again. From McLean Architects point of view there are certainly more URBAN REALM WINTER 2014 URBANREALM.COM
work opportunities out there and clients are coming to us with their projects. This increased workload allows us to be more selective on what projects we bid for to ensure we can return a margin and thus sustain a profitable business. One of the next challenges that could impact the construction industry is the likely rise in bank interest rates and as a business we must plan accordingly. That said, McLean Architects remain positive and look forward to new challenges. Is Scotland lacking practices with a global reach? Scotland certainly has some talented practices working on international projects and it was good to see a Scottish architectural practice represented at the Venice Biennale. Last year McLean Architects were invited to tender for a project in the Caribbean, whilst the opportunity has not come to fruition yet, it would be our first foray into work overseas. In the past year we have been picking up more work south of the border and we can deliver the same quality of service due to modern technology. An agile office allows you to work anywhere with mobile workstations, virtual networks and VoIP telephone systems. The main issue in developing a global reach is that you need to have the opportunities and that comes down to the personal contacts that you develop in business. Has the profession become too fragmented? Do we need a period of consolidation? The recession caused a lot of changes in the architectural profession as many firms had to downsize when work streams faltered. The consequence of this was the creation of many new small practices working on unique houses and domestic
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extensions – a market that remains robust today. The talent in these practices are producing some fine work. The difficulty they will face is the pursuit of bigger projects where invitations to tender require a certain level of turnover and financial security; this is where collaboration can be beneficial. McLean Architects as a medium size practice allows us to be both competitive in both low value and high value projects delivering a quality service rather than formula solutions. Our varied workload results in individual solutions to each project and we do not get stuck in a rut. What reforms are needed for architecture to prosper? There needs to be a new appreciation of the architects role in the various forms of procurement being pursued so that Clients can obtain maximum value from the particular skills an architect can offer from design talent to project and team co-ordination. The process is currently adhoc and piecemeal due to overlapping skills and confusion over the various roles in the design team. Another frustration we often experience is Clients that pursue lowest fees as demanded by procurement teams. Cheapest is rarely best. The profession needs to stand strong and avoid cut throat bidding, after all the Architects Professional Code demands that we adequately resource our projects. We are all trying hard to adapt to become more efficient and deliver the best quality service we can for our clients and perhaps with the introduction of BIM we will all be able to benefit. McLean Architects are optimistic that we can move on from recession and prosper from the new opportunities that we are experiencing.
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No. Architects: 6 Gordon Fleming Managing Director Do you consider the recovery to be real and durable? It definitely feels as if the worst is over. We have managed a steady workload over the last five or six years but this has been with depressed fee levels and long working hours. Now we are beginning to see new enquiries and commissions building up to hopefully a more positive future. Whether this is durable depends on the future approach to austerity economics and public expenditure which may undermine any growing confidence. Is Scotland lacking practices with a global reach? I am not sure Global reach is something to aspire to given the extreme mediocrity of much of the work carried out by companies with such reach. International work seems more geared towards money than any sincere engagement with other countries. We do however lack practices of International stature and it is difficult to see where this level of leadership will come from in >
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This housing development in Prestwick by ARPLis arranged around an inner courtyard
the next few years. It is very difficult to grow an architecture led practice under the current approach to commissioning in both the private and public sector. Has the profession become too fragmented - do we need a period of consolidation I don’t really fragmentation or consolidation as a key issue in the profession. I think there is a level of stagnation in that the profession in Scotland is very similar to where we were ten years ago with little sign of new practices or ideas coming through. What reforms are needed for architecture to prosper There are three area which I think need serious consideration: The most significant area must be public procurement. Too much of the procurement is geared towards risk avoidance with only practices with specific prior experience being considered for commissions - no matter how poor the previous work is quantity not quality. This is coupled with an over complicated and inefficient PQQ process . We need a mix of approach with some project based on experience - some through design competitions and some through a lighter touch interview process to begin to recognise a wider range of approach. The planning regime in Scotland needs to recognise the importance of design to place making and a high quality sustainable environment. Too many poor and mediocre projects are approved on the basis of a fear of the loss of investment. This is coupled by a de-skilling of local authority officers in both architects and planning departments with little ability , URBAN REALM WINTER 2014 URBANREALM.COM
enthusiasm or a remit to engage in a design process. The third area which requires action is in the schools of architecture. The RIBA and ARB criteria have led to all the schools being identical with very little variation in work or students. A looser curriculum would hopefully lead to a more exploratory approach to ideas and process which would eventually feed into future practice. 42
Annie Kenyon Architects
No. Architects: 4 43
GLM
No. Architects: 2 44
A449
No. Architects: 1 45
Cre8 Architecture
No. Architects: 3 46
Roxburgh McEwan Architects
No. Architects: 5 47
McKenzie Strickland Associates
No. Architects: 5
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Left - A design for a new home in Turriff , Aberdeenshire by Annie Kenyon Right - This rural cottage maximises first floor views
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JAMstudio
No. Architects: 2
Marie-Louise Dunk Director Do you consider the recovery to be real and durable? No, not really. I still think there is a great deal of economic uncertainty around the world and this is manifesting itself with a lack of confidence in the UK. Being based in Aberdeen has definitely had its advantages, the local economy here is still very driven by the oil price, which up until recently has protected us from the worst ravages of the downturn. However, the price is now relatively low, and we are already seeing this impact on Oil Company’s willingness to spend money, particularly on premises. Is Scotland lacking practices with a global reach? That’s an interesting question! Possibly. But I think before we worry too much about that we need to look more closely at how projects are procured closer to home. It was disappointing to see that for its major expansion to the distillery a globally recognised company like Macallan chose to look to practices outside Scotland, rather than more locally grown talent, of which we have plenty. I still think there is a perception that for complex large projects you need a “big” practice, which is not true at all. Within that big practice you are likely to be dealing with a small team that will deliver the project, so no different from a medium or even small sized practice. I think some of the challenge is getting your voice heard in the first place! Has the profession become too fragmented? Do we need a period of consolidation?
Fragmented no, but I think we could do more to help ourselves as a profession. Fee levels never recover as practices are too ready to undercut each other. Would reintroducing fee scales help? Probably not, but it might make the general public more aware of what to expect in terms of our costs. I’m also not convinced our professional bodies do much to champion the cause of architecture. I suspect that Kevin McLeod’s Grand Designs has done much more to raise awareness of the built environment than the RIBA has over the past decade. And I’m not convinced he’s painted to kindest or pictures towards our profession either! We have to spend a lot of time when first discussing projects with new clients explaining that what you see on the TV and what happens in real life are two very different things! What reforms are needed for architecture to prosper? Design & aesthetics need to matter more! We need to charge what we are worth! And stop doing stuff for free! Our professional bodies need to do a lot more to the champion the value of having an architect on board and educating the general public as to what it is we do. I would also like to see the way that publicly financed projects are procured changed, I think a multitude of very good design led practices get overlooked simply because of the tick box culture of the procurement process. We’d love to do some work with the local universities in Aberdeen, but it is pointless trying to engage with them as I know the way that they procure work at the more will favour larger practices with previous experience in that field. Which I think in turn leads to a lot of the rather banal buildings you see cropping up everywhere. What about mandatory design reviews for sites over a certain size?! I could go on, but I think we’ve all been here before! >
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The limitations of the printed page sadly rendered it impossible to include everyone in this compilation of the best, the remaining 40 of whom we present below in alphabetical order.
This new home in Royal Deeside by JAMstudio makes the most of its setting
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DTA Chartered Architects
No. Architects: 2 50
Sasanbell Architects
No. Architects: 3 51
Konishi Gaffney
No. Architects: 1 52
Macmon Architects
No. Architects: 6 53
Zone Architects
No. Architects: 2 54
DO Architecture
No. Architects: 2 55
Simon Winstanley Architects
No. Architects: 3 56
John Renshaw Architects
No. Architects: 1 57
Kerry Smith
No. Architects: 3 58
Robin Baker Architects
No. Architects: 1 59
Oliver Chapman Architects
No. Architects: 2.5 60
McGregor Bowes
No. Architects: 1
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Abbozzo Architects AMA Architects ATW Chartered Architects B3 Architects BPA Architecture cameronwebsterarchitects City Architecture Office Coltart Early Architects Craig Amy Architect David Blaikie Architects Dualchas Architects EDO Architecture Fergus Purdie Architects Graham Mitchell Architects Graven Images Halliday Fraser Munro HRI Architects ICA Icosis Architects John Gilbert Architects John McAslan Architects Kearney Donald Partnership Lawrence McPherson Associates Lewis & Hickey Architects McInnes Gardner Architects Neil Sutherland Architects PATIENCE and HIGHMORE Architects Richard Murphy Architects Room Architects Ltd Sheppard Robson Simpson & Brown Slorach Wood Architects Sutherland Hussey Architects Taylor Architecture Practice TOG Studio Voigt Partnership WT Architecture Wylie Shanks Young and Gault Architects ZM Architecture
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3DReid 36 North Castle Street, Edinburgh EH2 3BN 45 West Nile Street, Glasgow G1 2PT Email: architecture@3DReid.com Web: www.3DReid.com Twitter: @3_D_Reid Tel: Edinburgh 0345 271 6300 Glasgow: 0345 271 6350
450 staff we are big enough to undertake the largest project that any of our clients can contemplate, but small enough to maintain loyalty, understanding and the shared spirit on which the practice continues to grow. We are looking forward to a new future, fresh challenges and new opportunities. We bring a unique holistic design and consultancy service, backed by imagination, innovation, technology and good old fashioned know-how. Responsibility lies at the core of our beliefs – we care about the impact we have on the world, and we’re here to make a positive difference Services Provided: Architecture, Landscape, Interiors, Work place, Research & Development, Building Consultancy, Geomatics and CDM Coordinator.
Services Provided: Architecture, Masterplanning, Interior Design
A449 LTD 23 Morton Street Edinburgh EH15 2HN Email: mj@a449.co.uk Web: www.a449.co.uk Twitter: @A449LTD Tel: 0131 563 5152 Principal Contact: Matthew Johnson
South Lediken Studios Insch AB52 6SH Email: info@akenyonarchitects.com Web: www.akenyonarchitects.com Twitter: @akarchitects57 Tel: 01464 851 621 Number of architects: 4 Number of staff: 8 Practice Statement: AKA is based in rural Aberdeenshire and carries out design-led restoration, conversion, extension, new-build and small scale development projects with an emphasis on sustainability. The practice endeavours to use locally sourced traditional and salvaged materials whenever possible and promotes the use of renewable energy systems in both restoration and new-build projects. Existing redundant rural architecture can be put to reuse for residential or commercial purposes through sensitive conversion based on a sound understanding of traditional materials and techniques and the potential of new interventions. Services Provided: Full architectural services from feasibility (inception) through to completion.
Number of architects: 20 Number of staff: 40 Practice Statement: AHR is a new name, but we are not a new practice. It is another step in our evolution as an international design and consultancy practice. With 12 offices across five countries employing over
BMJ Architects Ltd The Hub 70 Pacific Quay Glasgow G51 1DZ Email: glasgow@bmjarchitects.co.uk Web: www.bmjarchitects.co.uk Tel: 0141 2713200 Number of architects: 17 Number of staff: 37 Services Provided: Architecture, Brief Writing, Cdm-c services, Conservation, Interior Design, Refurbishment, Masterplanning, Project Management, Technical Advisors
Collective Architecture
Email: info@collectivearchitecture.co.uk Web: www.collectivearchitecture.co.uk Tel: 0141 552 3001 ARPL Architects
Email: gfleming@arpl.co.uk Web: www.arpl.co.uk Tel: 01292 289 777
Email: glasgow@ahr-global.com Web: www.ahr-global.com Twitter: @AHRglobal Tel: 0141 225 0555
Number of architects: 10 Number of staff: 15
Top Floor, Mercat Building 26 Gallowgate Glasgow G1 5AB
11 Wellington Square Ayr KA7 1EN
AHR Architects Floor 9, No1 Cadogan Square, Cadogan Street Glasgow G2 7HF
Email: Graham.Ross@austinsmithlord.com Email: Iain.Wylie@austinsmithlord.com Web: www.austinsmithlord.com Tel: 0141 223 8500
AKA Ltd (Annie Kenyon Architects Ltd)
Number of architects: 1 Number of staff: 1 Services Provided: We have an enthusiastic approach to design and are committed to delivering imaginative and sustainable solutions with an emphasis on clarity and attention to detail throughout the entire process. We look ahead of immediate requirements to create flexible buildings that adapt with the changing needs of a family or business.
296 St Vincent Street Glasgow G2 5RU
Services Provided: Architecture, Conservation, Interior design, Landscape Architecture, Masterplanning, Urban Design, Interior Design
Number of architects: 23 Number of staff: 53 Practice Statement: 3DReid is an RIBA Award winning practice employing over 130 staff across offices in the UK and in Malaysia. Operating globally, we design a broad spectrum of buildings and spaces, including: airports; education: hotels; offices; residential and retail developments. Our reputation has been built on designing creative and intelligent architectural solutions that work, beautifully. We seek to be proud of everything we do.
Austin Austin-Smith:Lord LLP
Number of architects: 6 Number of staff: 11 Practice Statement: The ARPL philosophy is to work closely with each client to produce buildings which are sympathetic to both thr immediate and broader environment. We are committed to providing an exemplary service to ensure all parties in the project team can deliver the rusult each project demands. Services Provided: Architectural Services, Conservation, Passive Haus Accredited Design, Sustainable Design, Masterplanning, Quantity Surveying, CDM Co-ordinator Services
Number of architects: 18 Number of staff: 28 Practice Statement: Collective Architecture is a studio of highly creative and talented architects who have acquired considerable professional experience to create well-designed, sustainable and innovative buildings and places. The practice is a 100 per cent employee-owned organisation intended to reward and involve staff in the development of the company. We approach every job as a unique challenge and an exciting opportunity to develop very considered and efficient buildings. The process starts with listening to our clients, understanding their needs and aspirations and then producing design-led solutions which are uniquely tailored to their context and the needs of the end user. Services Provided: Full Architecture services which includes: Social & Private Housing, Masterplanning, Health, Cultural, Community and Lighting Projects.
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Services Provided: Housing - Public and Private, Healthcare, Educational, Commercial, Public, Conservation, Industrial, Interiors, Masterplanning
Services Provided: jmarchitects has developed into one of the UK’s foremost architectural practices since its formation in 1962. We provide design services in architecture, masterplanning, urban planning, interior design, 3D visualisation and sustainability to both private and public sector clients. We have studios in Edinburgh, Glasgow, London, Manchester and Abu Dhabi.
JAMstudio Ltd.
Keppie Design
throughout the UK, the middle east and Europe. We believe in design excellence and innovation in architecture and deliver functional, creative, sustainable, energy efficient and economic design solutions to our clients. EMA Architecture+Design Ltd The Stables 38 Baileyfield Road Edinburgh EH15 1NA Email: info@ema-architects.co.uk Web: www.ema-architects.co.uk Twitter: @EMA_Architects Tel: 0131 468 6595 Principal Contact: Ewan McIntyre RIBA ARIAS Number of architects: 8 Number of staff: 17 Practice Statement: EMA is a leading practice specialising in neighbourhood design, mixed use masterplanning and residential development. We pride ourselves on delivering practical and commercial solutions whilst making a positive contribution to Scotland’s architecture and urban design. We are deeply committed to the renewal and development of Scotland’s cities, towns and villages and are currently working on new communities and settlement expansions for approximately 20,000 new homes throughout Scotland Services Provided: Architecture, Masterplanning, Urban Design, Conservation and Refurbishment
HLM 2nd Floor, Ailsa Court 121 West Regent Street Glasgow G2 2SD Email: lorraine.robertson@hlmarchitects.com Web: www.hlmarchitects.com Tel: 0141 226 8320 Number of architects: 7 Number of staff: 21
Suite D, 5 Golden Square Aberdeen AB10 1RD Email: info@jamstudio.uk.com Web: www.jamstudio.uk.com Twitter: @jamstudio_ltd Tel: 01224 646450 Number of architects: 2 Number of staff: 9 Practice Statement: JAMstudio is an award winning RIAS chartered architectural practice based in Aberdeen. We are passionate about great design and its power to create amazing spaces, whether for a one off family home or for an inspirational workplace. If you need to expand your office or design a new distillery, we have a vast array of experience in the commercial building sector. We provide a wide range of services including architectural and interior design, furniture procurement and project management. Our expertise in residential building design means we are very well placed to assist on domestic projects of any size. This has been reflected in a number of awards, both regionally and nationally, as well as numerous recommendations from highly satisfied clients. Services Provided: Full architectural services including: Concept design & Feasibility studies, Planning and Warrant applications, Procurement and Project management, Space planning and furniture selection, Interior design, Site inspections & contract administration
160 West Regent Street Glasgow G2 4RL Email: dross@keppiedesign.co.uk, ktoner@keppiedesign.co.uk Web: www.keppiedesign.co.uk Tel: 0141204 0066 Principle Contact: David Ross (Design Director), Kevin Toner Number of architects: 57 Number of staff: 138 Practice Statement: Keppie are a future looking, design-led firm of architects, masterplanners, interior, urban and landscape designers. Founded in 1854, we currently have projects across three continents with a commitment to design innovation and sustainable solutions. We work across all scales and sectors with a network of studios to support our Clients locally and internationally. We operate in a collaborative culture where Clients, designers and consultants can all contribute. Talented people are at the heart of everything we do. Our team share a common purpose and direction where independence to explore and innovate, is a continuously evolving process. Services Provided: Architecture, Interiors, Urban Design, Landscape Design, Town Planning, Masterplanning
Services Provided: Architecture, Landscape and Urban Design, Interiors, Environment LDN Architects 29 St. Leonards Road Forres IV36 1EN jmarchitects Hypostyle Architects
64 Queen Street Edinburgh EH2 4NA
49 St Vincent Crescent Glasgow G3 8NG
59 Bell Street Glasgow G1 1LQ
Email: glasgow@hypostyle.co.uk Web: www.hypostyle.co.uk Tel: 0141 204 4441 Principle Contact: John Garrett, Gerry Henaughen, Guy Maxwell, Keith Stewart
Email (Edinburgh): edinburgh@jmarchitects.net Email (Glasgow): glasgow@jmarchitects.net Web: www.jmarchitects.net Tel (Edinburgh): 0131 464 6100 Tel (Glasgow): 0141 333 3920
Number of architects: 24 Number of staff: 45
Number of architects: 40 Number of staff: 65
Practice Statement: Hypostyle Architects is a UK practice that works in all fields of Architectural Design. Specialising in Residential, Health, Education, Commercial, Master planning, commercial and Urban Designs, the practice understands the boundaries and process of creating visually dynamic and functional buildings. During their 29 years in practice, Hypostyle have established a broad and expanding client base
Practice Statement: jmarchitects is an award winning architectural practice with studios across the UK and extensive experience in education, community, health, social housing, commercial, private residential, retail, sports and leisure projects. We provide all of these services to both the public and private sector and have a professional, proactive approach to client liaison and customer care.
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Email: architects@ldn.co.uk Web: www.ldn.co.uk Tel Edinburgh: 0131 222 2900 Forres: 0130 967 3221 Twitter: @LDNArchitects Number of architects: 23 Number of staff: 36 Practice Statement: LDN Architects is a practice of about 40 people working together in Edinburgh and Forres to create architecture which makes a positive contribution to the lives of its clients and the people who use its buildings. The practice is best known for public buildings, theatres, museums, law courts, churches, and for its creative approach to conservation. Services Provided: CAD Services, Church Quinquennial Inspections, Conservation & Restoration, Contract Administration, Design for Special Needs, Design Services only (Stage C), Drawing Service, Full Architectural Service, Listed Building Advice, Production Information, Refurbishment
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Moxon Architects Ltd
Craighall Business Park Glasgow G4 9XA
Ardoch Crathie AB35 5UN
Email: arch@mcleanarchitects.co.uk Web: www.mcleanarchitects.co.uk Tel: 0141 353 2040
Email: info@moxonarchitects.com Web: www.moxonarchitects.com Tel: 01339 742047
Number of architects: 6 Number of staff: 12 Practice Statement: McLean Architects are a progressive and experienced team based in Glasgow, working throughout the United Kingdom on a variety of projects. As a diverse and award-winning practice we cover every sector and feel that the broad experience enjoyed by our team brings benefits in innovation to every project. McLean Architects, ‘a team driven by design excellence and client satisfaction’
Michael Laird Architects 5 Forres Street Edinburgh EH3 6DE Email: edinburgh@michaellaird.co.uk Web: www.michaellaird.co.uk Tel: 0131 226 6991
Number of architects: 2 Number of staff: 2 Practice Statement: Versatility and a willingness to experiment drive Moxon to create striking, intuitive architecture that is exciting and practical in equal measure. These attributes give us the impetus and ability to tackle a wide variety of projects, from innovative residential designs to major commercial premises and inspirational public projects. Our portfolio encompasses workplace and office design, bridge and special structure design, urban masterplanning and residential design. Our investigative tendency is combined with a fascination for architectural effect and beauty. Alongside this the practice firmly believes that sustainability in building should be as much about long term appeal as it is about energy use and materiality. At all levels our design process strives for the production of work that is economically responsible, environmentally appropriate and, above all, beautiful.
Services Provided: Masterplanning, Offices & Commercial, Residential, Workplace & Industrial, Retail, Hotels and Leisure, Education, Conservation
Services Provided: Architecture, Urban Design. Masterplanning
Moray House 16-18 Bank Street Inverness IV1 1QY Oberlanders Architects LLP 16 Melville Street Edinburgh EH3 7NS Email: dal@oberlanders.co.uk Web: www.oberlanders.co.uk Tel: 0131 225 9070 Principal Contact: David Lawson Number of architects: 16 Number of staff: 25
5 Advocate’s Close Edinburgh EH1 1ND
Services Provided: Award winning practice offering solutions in Architecture, Interior Design, Masterplanning and Public Realm
Practice Statement: Our Studio_A collaborative experience We are champions of architecture and of an architectural approach that embraces dialogue and creative exchange. We wholeheartedly believe that together we can change the world. Our project experience over the last twenty years has proven this to us. Whether on a small or large scale we believe good design can be transformational. We are personally and professionally committed to what we do in the interests of our clients and the environment around us. We enjoy a challenge.
Stirling House 226 St Vincent Street Glasgow G2 5RQ
Morgan McDonnell Architecture Ltd
Number of architects: 5 Number of staff: 10
Number of architects: 11 Number of staff: 20
Threesixty Architecture
Services Provided: Full Architectural Design Services throughout Europe and the UK, Master Planning, Urban Design, Interior Design, CDMC.
Email: mail@morganmcdonnell.co.uk Web: www.morganmcdonnell.co.uk Tel: 0131 332 4200
Email: info@stallanbrand.com Web: www.stallanbrand.com Tel: 0141 258 5015
Services Provided: Architecture, bridge, product and special structure design.
Number of architects: 15 Number of staff: 44 Practice Statement: MLA are one of Scotland’s leading architectural practices with more than 60 years of experience working all over the United Kingdom.nWe are an award-winning practice who are passionate about architecture and provide an excellent service to all of our Clients. Our work covers a wide range of services from master planning and urban design through to major building and interior design projects. We are also market leaders in workspace design working with clients to enhance and maximise working environments.
Stallan-Brand 23 Newton Place Glasgow G3 7PY
SASANBELL 77 St Vincent Street Glasgow G2 5TF Email: design@sasanbell.com Web: www.sasanbell.com Tel: 0141 2222 676 Number of architects: 3 Number of staff: 7 Services Provided: Architecture Design, Interior Design, Materplanning, Urban Design, Sustainability, Graphics and Visualisation
115 George Street Edinburgh EH2 4JN Email: info@360architecture.com Web: www.360architecture.com Twitter: @ThreesixtyArch Tel: (Glasgow) 0141 229 7575 (Inverness) 01463729929 (Edinburgh) 0131 226 7100 Number of architects: 14 Number of staff: 32 Practice Statement: Threesixty Architecture are architects and masterplanners. We strive to create and deliver considered buildings, places, and spaces from our studios across Scotland servicing projects across the UK. We deliver our projects using our multi-cultural talent across the practice. Collaboration and creativity is at the core of our approach. We work across many sectors and there is no consistent style and no standard solutions – just the most thoughtful response to each opportunity. We love what we do, and we care about ensuring everyone enjoys working with us. Services Provided: Architecture, Masterplanning