Profile

7N Architects bring an integrated approach to placemaking. We specialise in generating innovative ideas that deliver simple solutions to complex problems and focus on delivering transformational change by unlocking the full potential of buildings, places and spaces.

Placemaking

Placemaking embodies everything that we do, from city strategies to buildings and public spaces. Our multi-faceted approach always considers how people will use, enjoy and engage with their environment. We continually challenge ourselves to create better and more sustainable places that go far beyond the requirements of the immediate brief.

Masterplanning

Having an overarching strategic vision for a project is essential to deliver transformational change whether it is a city strategy, a development site or a public space. Using a blend of innovative thinking and rigorous analysis, we are hugely experienced at delivering masterplans across a wide variety of sectors and scale. Each one of these focuses on creating an enduring solution that puts civic well-being and prosperity at its core.

Building

Our philosophy is simple – we design buildings that deliver more than was asked for. Our approach to architecture shares the same placemaking principles as our masterplanning work. We always look beyond the immediate boundaries of a site to seek opportunities for enhancing the civic and commercial potential of the project to make it much more than the sum of the parts. This is why it is imperative that our buildings add value to our clients and to the lives of all those who come into contact with them.

Journal

Here is a selection of news, views and things that stimulate our thinking.

News / 9 Aug 2019

Jordanhill Site Progress

Phase 1 construction works are well underway on the first Apartments, Townhouses and the historic David Stow Building at Jordanhill Park....

Blog / 31 Jul 2019

Bringing Single Malt Back to the Capital

The Holyrood Distillery, Edinburgh’s first single malt distillery for nearly 100 years, has opened its doors. Located at the foot of the Salisbury Crags, the new distillery involves the adaptive reuse and extension of the Grade B listed building in the heart of Edinburgh. The project has been designed by 7N Architects and delivered in collaboration with ISG Construction, Blyth and Blyth, David Adamson Group, ICENI projects, Cubit3D and Threebrand as well as a fantastic team of specialist contractors and craftspeople....

News / 27 Jun 2019

Knab Masterplan adopted into supplementary guidance

Following unanimous approval by Shetland Islands Council’s Development Committee for public consultation in March, 7N’s Knab masterplan has now been adopted as Supplementary Planning Guidance. ...

Observations

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