Life’s too short not to follow your dreams
AN award-winning Hamilton-based chartered architectural design-led studio is going from ‘strength to strength’ after its founder decided to take the plunge and launch his...
Plans unveiled for “pioneering” Glasgow office building
ARCHITECTURAL practice 3DReid has submitted plans for a "pioneering" office building in Glasgow's Merchant City area.
The firm's proposals for Inovo2, a building to complement...
New book charts Glasgow’s 21st-century architectural evolution
A new book marks a celebration of Glasgow's architectural evolution since the turn of the millennium.
Glasgow From Above blends architectural commentary with striking aerial...
Judging panel announced for Scottish Design Awards 2023
THE 12-strong judging panel has been confirmed for the Scottish Design Awards 2023.
The line-up includes Heather Claridge, director of design at Architecture & Design...
Glasgow launches competition to redesign fire-damaged landmark
GLASGOW City Council is set to launch a new competition to redesign Albert Cross after it was gutted by two major fires.
In the first...
Sheppard watches over student flock
Architecture practice Sheppard Robson has completed a £14m remodelling of two university buildings in Glasgow city centre.
Strathclyde University’s Lord Hope and Curran buildings were...
Search for Mackintosh Building rebuild architect to be reviewed after ‘technical error’
THE procurement exercise for the architect-led design team for the reinstatement of Glasgow's fire-damaged Mackintosh Building has closed without an appointment being made.
It comes...
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...
Aitken Turnbull staff members celebrate milestone anniversaries
FIVE employees from Aitken Turnbull Architects have celebrated milestone anniversaries, endorsing the firm’s legacy to 'nurture, grow and invest' in its team across four...
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...
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...
TV presenter backs RIAS charity scheme
The Royal Incorporation of Architects in Scotland (RIAS) has launched Architect in the Hoose to help homeowners and raise money for the Architects Benevolent...
RIAS bestows youngest ever Fellowship
A Scottish architect has become the youngest ever inductee to the RIAS Fellowship.
Michael Dougall (32), currently President of the Glasgow Institute of Architects (GIA),...
RIAS unveils winners of special category awards 2025
A Falkirk distillery, a self-build home in the Outer Hebrides, and a primary school in Perth are among the winners of a Royal Incorporation...
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...
Neil Baxter leaves RIAS role
RIAS has announced it has agreed to the request from secretary Neil Baxter Hon FRIAS Hon FRIBA, to leave the organisation after ten years’...
2025 RIAS Awards shortlist announced
TWO distilleries, Scotland’s first Passivhaus-certified primary school in Perth, and a North Lanarkshire community hub are among 21 projects shortlisted by the Royal Incorporation...
Renovated arts hub to benefit future generations in Upper Nithsdale
AITKEN Turnbull Architects has explained how it breathed fresh life into one of south west Scotland’s flagship arts and community hubs.
The extended and renovated...
Graham + Sibbald appoints director of architectural services
GRAHAM + Sibbald has announced the promotion of Rachel Murray to director of architectural services.
Rachel first joined the firm's architectural team in 2022, with...
Magnificent seven: architectural practice shares equity with management team members
WATSON Batty architects has announced the release of equity in the business to seven new members of its management team.
The move is a part...
