A light-filled apartment in Edinburgh

Drummond

LIGHT
Drawing room faces south-west

MATERIALS
Oak and marble

SPACE
270m²

BEFORE

Our client sought to reignite this townhouse’s period charm.

 
 

This Grade-A listed townhouse was originally built in the early 1800s and was in dire need of renovation. The layout was tired and dysfunctional; our client sought to reignite its period charm.

 
Spacious dining area with white marble table, plush gray chairs, decorative candles, and orchids. Open view to modern kitchen with gray bar stools and hanging lights.
Modern bathroom with white marble walls, a glass-enclosed shower, a wall-mounted sink, and contemporary lighting.
Bright, elegant bedroom with large window, plush bed, yellow armchair, and soft carpet. "}
Elegant living room with modern decor featuring a chandelier, art on the wall, and a selection of gray and orange furniture, leading to a dining area with a large window.
Modern kitchen with white cabinets, island with three barstools, large window, and hardwood floor.
Overhead view of a spiral staircase with a wooden handrail and wrought iron balusters. Beige carpet covers the steps.
Interior view of a classic hallway featuring a marble bust on a pedestal, an archway leading to a staircase with ornate railings, and wall-mounted candle holders. The flooring is tiled, and the walls are painted white.
Elegant living room with leather sofas, chandelier, and artwork above fireplace
Elegant dining room with large table, upholstered chairs, decorative mirror, and modern lighting. Sculptural accent piece and floral arrangements add sophistication.

AFTER

This Grade-A listed townhouse now meets contemporary living standards.

 
 

The most significant alteration was creating the new threshold between the kitchen and dining room, which creates a far more sociable space. Obtaining planning permission was especially complicated due to the property’s age and status, but our team were well-versed in dealing with this.

The property boasts elaborate plasterwork throughout. We sympathetically modernised and refurbished every room, ensuring that they met contemporary living standards.

 
Drummond

Collaborators

CONTRACTOR
Redbuild

STRUCTURAL ENGINEER
Burnt Siena Structures

PHOTOGRAPHY
Mairi Semple

Projects

Whether breathing new life into a historic building or designing something entirely new, we specialise in unlocking the potential of every site across Edinburgh, East Lothian and Perthshire. Our work integrates seamlessly with its surroundings, combining innovative solutions with a respectful understanding of context, character and place.

While our portfolio highlights just ten selected projects, our Index offers a wider view of our work, reflecting three decades of residential expertise and our legacy as one of Scotland’s longest-established architecture practices.

 

CONTACT

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