Heriot-Watt launches new architecture degree with focus on sustainability
EDINBURGH'S historic architecture and the modern architecture of Dubai are among the inspirations for a new master programme being launched by Heriot-Watt University.
The new...
There’s an architect loose aboot this hoose
The Royal Incorporation of Architects in Scotland (RIAS) has launched its Architect in the Hoose scheme for its third year, to raise money for...
Festival of Architecture launched
DRIVING rain failed to dampen the spirits as RIAS launched the Festival of Architecture 2016 at Edinburgh’s Calton Hill.
Described as “the most ambitious ever...
Edinburgh practice announces double promotion
EDINBURGH-based Ossian Architects has announced that Ewan Hooper and Grigor Brown have been promoted to associates, in recognition of their contributions to the practice’s work...
Let’s get together
Christoph Ackermann, architect and principal at BDP, explains why our workplace environments must adapt quicker, following a shift in post-pandemic working patterns
With more people...
Holmes Miller submits plans for transformational rugby project
HOLMES Miller architects has announced it has submitted a planning application on behalf of the Rugby Football League (RFL) to Manchester City Council for...
Saunders Centre secures Best Building prize
PagePark Architects' Saunders Centre in Glasgow has landed the coveted RIAS Andrew Doolan Best Building in Scotland Award for 2016.
The science and technology building for...
Scotland’s National Retrofit Centre shortlisted for industry award
SCOTLAND'S National Retrofit Centre (SNRC) has been shortlisted in the Adaptive Reuse into Other category at the AJ Retrofit & Reuse Awards, organised by...
RIAS announces programme for organisation’s first virtual convention
THE Royal Incorporation of Architects in Scotland (RIAS) has announced the programme for its annual convention, which this year in moving to an online...
The designer with (market) gaps in his plans
STAFF members all sit around one desk in Hoko Design – there is no hierarchy; no designated person to hop up onto the scaffolding...
Edinburgh fire station granted listed building status for postmodern architecture significance
HISTORIC Environment Scotland (HES) has designated Tollcross Fire Station in Edinburgh city centre as a Category B listed building due to its significance as...
Dr Francesco Bandarin presented with RIAS Honorary Fellowship
DR Francesco Bandarin has been honoured with an Honorary Fellowship of the Royal Incorporation of Architects in Scotland (RIAS).
The UNESCO consultant was presented with the accolade...
Conservation project complete at historic Edinburgh building
AUSTIN-Smith:Lord has completed a conservation project for The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh.
The architects were tasked with refurbishing the four upper storeys of...
Green light for Passivhaus extension at Trinity Academy
THE City of Edinburgh Council has granted planning permission for a new Passivhaus extension at Trinity Academy. Listed building consent has also been obtained...
Architects amongst first occupants of Glasgow office development
ARCHITECTURAL practice Threesixty Architecture and digital services provider Incremental Group have been confirmed as the first occupiers for The Garment Factory, a new office...
RIAS highlights ‘critical opportunity’ to address built environment strategy failings
THE Royal Incorporation of Architects in Scotland (RIAS) has championed 'radical reform' in its response to the UK Government consultation on its forthcoming strategy...
Calton Hill City Observatory design team ‘delighted’ by award shortlisting
EDINBURGH'S Calton Hill City Observatory has been shortlisted for an AJ Architecture Award.
The design by HarrisonStevens has been nominated in the Landscape and Public...
GLM expands in the west with opening of new office and senior appointment
ARCHITECTURE and building surveying practice Gibbon Lawson McKee Limited (GLM) has announced its expansion into the west of Scotland and a focus on commercial...
Architecture and planning practice launches Replanet project
HALLIDAY Fraser Munro has announced the launch of its Replanet initiative, designed to underpin the journey to carbon zero and its commitment to a...
Malcolm Fraser Architects closes down
Malcolm Fraser Architects has announced it ceased trading on August 21as a result of being unable to make the business profitable.
The practice was established...
