Blog.

Featured
How Traditional Architecture Can Make Good Homes for Today
How Traditional Architecture Can Make Good Homes for Today

Discover how traditional architecture creates homes with character, depth, and timeless appeal for contemporary living. This article explores the distinctive qualities of period properties, and how traditional design principles can be applied to new builds and renovations. Learn how a traditional architect can help create the perfect home for your lifestyle.

Expert Guide to a Beautiful and Functional Kitchen Extension
Expert Guide to a Beautiful and Functional Kitchen Extension

Unlock your dream kitchen with our expert guide to stunning extensions! Discover family-friendly designs, smart layouts, and budget-savvy tips. From planning permission to lighting, learn how to create a functional, stylish space that enhances your home.

How Much Should an Architect Cost? A Guide for Homeowners
How Much Should an Architect Cost? A Guide for Homeowners

Wondering how much an architect costs? Architect fees vary by scope, design complexity, and project size. Our guide breaks down fee structures and explains what will impact pricing on your building project.

10 Professional Design Tips for Your Perfect Home Extension
10 Professional Design Tips for Your Perfect Home Extension

Explore our top 10 tips for building a successful home extension that enhances both your living space and property value. Learn how to plan your project for maximum impact and efficiency.

Sustainable Living: Expert Tips for Building an Eco-Friendly House
Sustainable Living: Expert Tips for Building an Eco-Friendly House

Explore how to enhance sustainable living and cost savings for eco houses in Scotland. Discover the benefits of efficient, environmentally friendly design.

A Practical Guide to Loft Conversions in Glasgow
A Practical Guide to Loft Conversions in Glasgow

Considering a loft conversion in Glasgow or the Scottish Borders? Our guide explores costs, benefits & types: Velux, Dormer, Hip-to-Gable & Mansard conversions.

How To Add Character To A House: An Architect's Design Tips
How To Add Character To A House: An Architect's Design Tips

From new builds to traditional properties, learn how to add character to your space and discover an experienced architect's secrets for creating a soulful home.

Home Extensions in Glasgow: Unlock Your Property’s Potential
Home Extensions in Glasgow: Unlock Your Property’s Potential

Extending your home can seem intimidating, but it doesn't have to be. Our expert guide shares insights to help you make the most of your Glasgow house extension.

What is a Sustainability Statement, and can I write it myself?
What is a Sustainability Statement, and can I write it myself?

Local planning authorities may request a Sustainability Statement when applying for Planning Permission. Our architects explore exactly what it should include.

How to Choose an Architect: Self-Build Guide, Expert Advice
How to Choose an Architect: Self-Build Guide, Expert Advice

Choosing the right architect is vital for your self-build in Scotland. Learn about evaluating expertise, prioritising your needs & balancing budget with design.

Assessing Suitability: What Type of Land Can You Build On?
Assessing Suitability: What Type of Land Can You Build On?

Learn to assess land for your self-build house. Our guide covers location, planning permission, & environmental considerations to help you find the ideal plot.

Guide to Building Your Own Home in Scotland: Feasibility
Guide to Building Your Own Home in Scotland: Feasibility

Building your own home in Scotland? Our guide covers essential information about finding land, planning permission, budgeting, selecting construction methods & more.

At Home in the New Year
At Home in the New Year

Rethinking your home design? Explore our guide with five inspirational tips, focusing on personalising your space, selecting textures, and detailed planning.

Homemaking during the Lockdown
Homemaking during the Lockdown

Lockdown has many rethinking home spaces. Learn about the importance of creating personal areas, discussing what works and potential home alterations.

Designing Developments that Buyers Love
Designing Developments that Buyers Love

Design homes that buyers love. Our guide highlights the importance of understanding buyer priorities, discussing style, and creating balance in architecture.

Ways to Create Places that People Love
Ways to Create Places that People Love

Tips on tailoring spaces to individual needs and enhancing the home environment: focus on personal touches, meaningful design and fostering relationships.

The Importance of Meaning In Design
The Importance of Meaning In Design

Discover the significance of meaning in design. Explore how symbols and traditional elements influence architecture and home design to create spaces that resonate.

Helping Clients Realise Their Vision
Helping Clients Realise Their Vision

Architects can help clients realise their vision by understanding needs and motivations, respecting choices and designing spaces that reflect personal values.

Architecture that Engages with People
Architecture that Engages with People

"Why can't we make architecture intelligible to the general public?"

This is the question posed by Eleanor Jolliffe in her fascinating article in Building Design Magazine.

Organic Placemaking and the Value of the Unregulated
Organic Placemaking and the Value of the Unregulated

Explore organic placemaking and the value of unregulated spaces in urban design. We discuss how these elements contribute to vibrant, adaptive communities.

Planning Policy Bias for Materiality Over Form
Planning Policy Bias for Materiality Over Form

Explore how planning policy favours materiality over form. Examine the impact of design in conservation areas and the need to create balance with local character.

Modern, but not contemporary
Modern, but not contemporary

We discuss modern & contemporary design focusing on context & time, using the Outhouse to highlight how modernist architecture contrasts with contemporary styles.

Aesthetic Social Responsibility
Aesthetic Social Responsibility

Aesthetic social responsibility in urban design: watch and learn about design's impact on community well-being, individual expression in architecture and justice.