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NEW PROJECT Last week we surveyed a new project in the South of Edinburgh, a beautiful traditional Victorian stone villa...
20/08/2026

NEW PROJECT

Last week we surveyed a new project in the South of Edinburgh, a beautiful traditional Victorian stone villa that has been subdivided.

The clients would like internal alterations to the property to work better for them as well as extensive upgrade to the services. We’re looking forward to looking at the design for this project over the next few weeks and will keep you updated on the progress!



Photo credits from property particulars

WARRANT GRANTED We recently received the granted building warrant for internal alterations to unlock the plan for a mid ...
18/08/2026

WARRANT GRANTED

We recently received the granted building warrant for internal alterations to unlock the plan for a mid terrace townhouse in the west end of Edinburgh.

These 3D visual renders illustrate the importance of the circulation in the space and with the limited space, shows how we can maximise the circulation space to also provide additional storage space as well as a desk nook to suit the clients needs for hybrid working.

Can we help you unlock your home to work better to meet your needs? Check out more on our website or contact us now, our link is in our bio.

ARCHITECTURE & THE FRINGE We feel very lucky to live and work in Edinburgh, home of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe. Every...
13/08/2026

ARCHITECTURE & THE FRINGE

We feel very lucky to live and work in Edinburgh, home of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.

Every August, historic buildings become theatres. Streets become stages. Empty spaces become venues. Temporary structures appear, disappear and somehow become part of the city.

That’s one of the things we enjoy about the festival season— seeing how creativity can transform the way we experience a place.

From permanent architecture to temporary interventions, the Fringe is a brilliant reminder that buildings don’t just provide a backdrop for culture. They can actively shape it.

Photography: dapple photography

11/08/2026

DAY TO NIGHT

Animated 3D visual capturing the way daylight travels round these proposed new townhouses on the outskirts of Edinburgh and the way the building transforms from daytime into evening.

3D models and visuals help us understand the form, materials and lighting properties of a project and are a great way to help clients understand our proposals for their projects.

06/08/2026

MATERIAL SPOTLIGHT | TIMBER

We really enjoy specifying timber and have done for many of our projects over the years. Timber is a great material for various reasons, some we have summed up here. Timber offers a combination of practical, environmental and aesthetic benefits.

FAMILY LIVING Not all of our projects are extensions… This flat alteration and renovation project in Leith was an intere...
04/08/2026

FAMILY LIVING

Not all of our projects are extensions…

This flat alteration and renovation project in Leith was an interesting one, as you can see from the existing section and photograph, the primary living level was on the second floor. There was a large entrance stairwell split from the entrance, landing, access up to the second floor and separate access down to the utility.

We were employed by the clients to unlock the existing plan to better meet their family’s future needs. As a family of 5, they wanted to alter the house to grow with them as their 3 children start to get older. We also wanted to utilise the diffused natural light from the impressive stairwell.

Swipe to see the existing and proposed plans >>

Looking to improve your property but not sure how? We’re here to help-please feel free to get in touch with us, our contact information is in our bio.

FROM PEN TO… CONSTRUCTION The form of this extension to this listed stone villa located in the Trinity area of Edinburgh...
30/07/2026

FROM PEN TO… CONSTRUCTION

The form of this extension to this listed stone villa located in the Trinity area of Edinburgh evolved from the primary uses of the space. We have the dining area enclosed by glass, creating a greater visual connection with the garden and the snug seating area which is enclosed with solid walls achieving a greater level of privacy and sense of enclosure.

Swipe for the before & after >>

For further information on this project and more, check out our website linked in our bio.

DESIGNING WITH PURPOSE Whether we’re designing a home extension, renovating a listed building or creating a new build ho...
28/07/2026

DESIGNING WITH PURPOSE

Whether we’re designing a home extension, renovating a listed building or creating a new build house, our goal is always the same: to design in ways that are practical and meet the needs of our clients as well as being beautiful spaces to live in. You don’t have to have one or the other.

A small compilation of our project in Newington with key brief notes and how we reconfigured the ground floor and added an extension to meet the clients needs and wants for their new home.

Considering doing your own refurbishment or extension project?

Check out our website now of how we can help you and feel free to get in touch with us, our website and contact details are linked in our bio.

23/07/2026

MAKING A HOUSE A HOME

Design doesn’t come without understanding the clients needs and how they live.

We enjoy creating spaces that reflect the people who live there.

Our clients for this project in Newington took a huge leap of faith, purchasing the property without seeing it in person as they lived half way across the world at the time. We really enjoyed working with them to put their stamp on the place.

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DETAIL MATTERS Architecture isn’t just about the overall design - it’s the small details that shape how a building feels...
21/07/2026

DETAIL MATTERS

Architecture isn’t just about the overall design - it’s the small details that shape how a building feels every day.

This stair within the new build house in Fife was designed with Narro to feel lightweight, contemporary & clean whilst remaining functional.

Whilst the design may look simple, there is a lot of structural gymnastics happening within the wall to support and cantilever the stair from the wall.

The use of metal for the balustrade helped us achieve the lightweight feel and the contemporary finish with the slender profile of the uprights of the stair whilst the oak timber treads give a warm and homely feel.

We were so pleased with the finished result and all credit from the craftsmanship of the stair goes to ‘Euan the Blacksmith’ who was only a few fields away!

Photography: dapple photography
Project finished by AGB Scotland

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