BlueDoor Architecture

09/06/2026

Project in progress: a Category B-listed townhouse renovation in south Edinburgh.

This former doctor’s surgery is being carefully transformed back into residential use, creating a family home and a self-contained ground-floor flat.

One of the key changes is at the rear of the property, where former consulting rooms are being opened up to create a feature kitchen/dining space with direct access to the garden.

More updates to follow as the project develops.

02/06/2026

New on the Blue Door Architecture blog: How to Plan a Home Renovation in Edinburgh.

If you are thinking about improving your home, it can be difficult to know where to start. Do you need an extension, a better layout, planning permission, a building warrant, or simply a clearer design strategy?

Our latest guide covers seven things to think about before starting a renovation, from understanding how you want to live to checking approval requirements and setting a realistic brief.

Read the full guide here:

Planning a home renovation? Blue Door Architecture explains the key things to consider before starting, from layout and light to planning, budget and building warrants.

28/05/2026

Thinking about extending your home?

One of the first questions homeowners often ask is whether they need planning permission. The answer depends on the property, the location, the type of extension and whether any restrictions apply, such as conservation area or listed building status.

We’ve added a short guide explaining the difference between planning permission and building warrants, and why early design advice can help avoid confusion.

Read the full guide here:
https://www.bluedoorarchitecture.co.uk/blog/do-i-need-planning-permission-for-a-home-extension

Blue Door Architecture helps homeowners with extensions, renovations, planning applications and building warrant drawings across Edinburgh, the Lothians and Central Scotland.

A practical guide for homeowners on when a home extension may need planning permission, building warrant drawings and design support in Edinburgh and Central Scotland.