Author Archives: Neil Greenshields

Quartermile duplex penthouse completes

Our duplex penthouse renovation in Quartermile is complete.  We loved working on it because we were able to redefine the spaces and customise the interior specification to align with the client's lifestyle. We opened up the utilitarian space in the centre of the lower level to give the kitchen centre stage. Specifying earthy hues and[...]

Joppa

With spectacular views across the North Sea, this traditional stone built terraced house in Joppa required remodelling to improve the layout. Completed at the end of 2024 our brief was to maximise the views and enjoyment of the sea. A new single storey extension to the rear with spa and terrace and attic extension to[…]

Quartermile

This duplex penthouse in Quartermile offered amazing views across the Pentlands in the South and towards the Old Town in the North. Completed in autumn 2025 we were able to redefine the spaces and customise the interior specification to align with the client's lifestyle. This involved designing bespoke bedroom furniture and a full interior design[...]

Blair Atholl

Set in a secluded part of Perthshire, our clients required an extension to this family home.  Demolition of a lean-to and garage replaced with a contemporary, sympathetic glass and timber extension assisted with a better flow of space and additional living accommodation.  Submitted to Building Warrant in early 2025.

Grange

Our clients approached us to assist with reconfiguring their Grade B Listed family home in The Grange Conservation Area.  We helped them develop some designs and achieved statutory consents on their behalf.  This magnificent home with a great heritage is one example of the amazing properties we work with.  Here are some visualisations of the[…]

Burnside

We completed a six-bedroom full house renovation in the West of Edinburgh in early 2025.  We were approached by the clients to remodel the original 1970s architect-designed house with contemporary details including solid ash staircase and kitchen renovation. The Clients were also keen to improve the fabric of the property to reduce energy consumption and[…]

Merchiston

It was January 2021 when we became involved in the technical stages and delivery of this design that architect Andrew Shaw had achieved Planning permission for in Edinburgh. Fascinatingly he integrated innovative bio-receptive panels that were designed by Prof. Marcos Cruz at the Bartlett's Bio-ID studio. They retain water, collect seeds and plant life, to[...]

We’ve joined SEDA

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We have recently joined The Scottish Ecological Design Association SEDA since we share a number of values including design innovation, healthy building practises and informed decision making. The website is a unique resource of these things and more https://www.seda.uk.net/  we hope to dig further into these ourselves and find out how we might contribute to[…]

Prestonfield

A lower stone villa in Edinburgh’s Prestonfield suburb was in need of remodelling for a family. By removing the small single storey brick utility to the rear and utilising an existing window to access the new extension, minimal disruption was made to the original fabric. The project is currently on site with the client carrying[…]