Placemaking is at the heart of everything we do, from city strategies to buildings and public spaces. We collaborate closely with our clients and the communities we work for to create places that exceed expectations.
Masterplanning
An overarching strategic vision for a project is essential to unlock value and deliver transformational change. Our reputation is built on bringing strong placemaking principles to masterplans at every scale, and a collaborative approach to working with people that acknowledges complexity but focuses on straightforward solutions.
Residential
Making it easier for people to live a sustainable lifestyle, we work across public and private sector to design and deliver high quality housing of all tenures and scales.
Commercial
Workplace design is increasingly shaped by the same placemaking principles that guide all of our work. We leverage our placemaking expertise and cross-sector experience to realise a holistic balance of commercial, environmental and social value. In this way we create workplaces that meet the needs and aspirations of landlords, investors and occupiers alike.
Industrial
By blending innovation with practicality, we design efficient, future-ready facilities that not only meet operational demands but also enrich their communities and unlock long-term value.
Education
Our experience across university masterplans and education buildings has provided us with a deep understanding of how the pedagogical environment is evolving. The way that university buildings are utilised today is vastly different even from the recent past. Spaces need to be flexible, dynamic, and technologically nimble to create dynamic learning landscapes that stimulate progressive, collaborative research.
Civic
By designing dynamic and welcoming public and civic environments, we have developed innovative, context-driven approaches that enhance functionality, foster community engagement and celebrate local identity.
Retrofit
We reimagine existing buildings through thoughtful, low-carbon interventions and informed contextual understanding. This creates sustainable places and spaces that respect heritage, enhance usability, and deliver long-term environmental and social value.
Community
We collaborate closely with communities to create neighbourhoods and buildings that are appreciated and loved, so that they stand the test of time.
News
Here is a selection of news, views and things that stimulate our thinking.
We Are Hiring - Project Architect
7N Architects are hiring for permanent position within our Edinburgh studio. We are looking for a Project Architect with strong residential experience at technical and construction stages. Candidates should have 7+ years of post-qualification experience and a track record of running projects on-site....
Delivering homes across Scotland - Western Harbour
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Delivering homes across Scotland - Salamander Yards
Delivering homes across Scotland
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We’re currently on site with a number of residential projects across Scotland, delivering over 500 much needed homes in a range of tenures. Over the next few days we’ll be looking in more detail at progress on some of these exciting builds.
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The team are thrilled to see Salamander Yards move into the next stage, with construction starting on site imminently. This exciting development will bring 99 new homes to Leith’s previously industrial Salamander Street, with 35% designated as affordable, contributing to the ongoing regeneration of the area.
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Positioned on the edge of Leith Links, the development is designed to integrate with the Leith Connections active travel project, creating a sustainable, connected, and vibrant community. Following the completion of demolition in August, construction work will commence with Cruden Evantyr Ltd who will deliver a project that balances thoughtful design with lasting social impact.
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The recent demolition has even revealed some interesting graffiti!
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We look forward to witnessing the transformation of Salamander Street and helping shape a new chapter for this evolving neighbourhood. Learn more about the project and its progress [here](https://lnkd.in/ektHBWuc) and [here](https://lnkd.in/eMZVVRkp)
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