Mark King Architect

08/07/2026

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Another Happy Client in Longniddry!

We're always grateful to receive such positive feedback from our clients.

"Mark guided us through every stage, from design and tendering to selecting the builder, helping ensure the project was delivered smoothly, on time, and to a high standard."

At King Architects, we pride ourselves on making the design and construction process as straightforward and stress-free as possible, providing support from the initial concept right through to completion.

A huge thank you to our client in Cunningham Court, Longniddry, for taking the time to share their experience.

📍 Planning a home extension or renovation in East Lothian?

Get in touch to discuss your project.

03/06/2026

Another planning success for King Architects.

We were delighted to secure planning permission for this contemporary infill dwelling in Prestonpans after the application was referred to Planning Committee.

Despite objections from the Community Council, two neighbouring properties and a local councillor, planning officers recommended approval, recognising that the proposal complied with planning policy and would make effective use of a challenging gap site within the existing streetscape.

At committee, all sides were heard and debated. Following discussion, councillors voted 10–1 in favour of granting planning permission.

This project demonstrates the value of good design, careful site analysis and a planning-led approach. While infill developments can often attract opposition, well-designed homes have an important role to play in providing high-quality housing and enhancing underused sites within our towns and villages.

Congratulations to our clients JD Developments, who can now move forward with confidence.

If you have a challenging site or a project that has been told "it will never get planning", get in touch with Mark King Architect to discuss how we can help.

03/04/2026

Another positive intervention and planning success by Mark King Architect & Tony Thomas.
If you have a site, looking to develop or extend and looking for a local Architect to bring added value - get in touch.

East Lothian local finally wins 20-year battle for house on edge of village | Edinburgh Live

Planners had repeatedly rejected permission to build a home on the edge of one of Dirleton's development 'fingers' saying it would be conspicuous and incongruous but local councillors disagreed saying no one would see the property

31/03/2026

🌿 Planning Permission Approved – Dirleton

A fantastic result at today’s East Lothian Planning Committee
Delighted to share that our proposal for a new family home on the former market‑garden site in Dirleton has been approved by 11 votes to 0, overturning the officer recommendation.

Our client has tried with other Architects unsuccessfully multiple times since 1988 and understandably delighted King Architects managed to unlock its potential.

A huge thank you to the councillors who took the time to visit the site, review the design in detail, and judge the application on its own merits and Tony Tomas for his delivery and Planning Consultancy. The Committee recognised what we’ve always believed:

• the site sits within the settlement boundary
• the new home is modest, traditional and conservation‑appropriate
• the design responds directly to Dirleton’s character and vernacular
• the landscape plan restores the site’s market‑garden heritage
• and the development will enhance, not harm, the Conservation Area

This has been a long journey for our client, and we’re thrilled to help unlock the potential of a site that has sat unused for decades.

If you’re interested in the project, the site, or being introduced to the client as the design progresses, feel free to get in touch.

A great day for thoughtful, sustainable design in East Lothian.

— Mark
King Architects

Mark King Architect
Tony Thomas

31/03/2026

🌿 Planning Permission Approved – Dirleton

A fantastic result at today’s East Lothian Planning Committee
Delighted to share that our proposal for a new family home on the former market‑garden site in Dirleton has been approved by 11 votes to 1, overturning the officer recommendation.

A huge thank you to Tony Thomas for his planning consultancy and the councillors who took the time to visit the site, review the design in detail, and judge the application on its own merits. The Committee recognised what we’ve always believed:
• the site sits within the settlement boundary
• the new home is modest, traditional and conservation‑appropriate
• the design responds directly to Dirleton’s character and vernacular
• the landscape plan restores the site’s market‑garden heritage
• and the development will enhance, not harm, the Conservation Area

This has been a long journey for our client, and we’re thrilled to help unlock the potential of a site that has sat unused for decades.

If you’re interested in the project, the site, or being introduced to the client as the site progresses, feel free to get in touch.

A great day for thoughtful, sustainable design in East Lothian.

— Mark
King Architects😃
Mark King Architect

13/01/2026

🚀 2025 was massive — and 2026 is already shaping up even bigger.

Over 25 developments completed across East Lothian last year, with 11 more ready to roll across East Lothian, Midlothian and Edinburgh.

From newbuilds to extensions, A‑listed gems, church conversions, conservation areas, and infill sites, the variety has been incredible — and the pipeline for 2026 is looking even stronger.

🔥 Plenty more designs about to drop… watch this space.
If you need Planning Permission, Building Warrant Approval, or the full architectural service from first call to completion, now’s the time to get in touch.

Let’s get your project moving.

01/01/2026

Wishing all health, wealth and happiness in the year ahead.

To clients past, present and future - Thankyou for supporting King Architects.

Looking forward to 2026, seeing projects come to completion and some amazing developments to commence!

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