Business Details
28 Years
experience
Your Edinburgh Architect for Custom Residential Projects
Established in 1998, Louise McBride Architect has built a reputation for delivering bespoke residential architecture across Edinburgh and beyond. With over two decades of experience, our practice specialises in creating tailored solutions for home extensions, renovations, and new builds, combining creative design with practical functionality. We prioritise collaboration, working closely with clients from initial concept to project completion, ensuring every detail aligns with their lifestyle and vision.Our expertise extends to navigating local planning regulations and integrating sustainable design principles, while our network of trusted consultants and contractors guarantees high-quality execution. From reimagining existing spaces to crafting entirely new homes, we are committed to transforming architectural challenges into opportunities for enhanced living.
Services
Residential Architecture
Home Extensions
Mews Conversions
Space Reconfiguration
Eco-Friendly Design
Planning Applications
Building Warrants
Interior Design
Project Management
New Build Homes
Details
- Year established: 1998
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of residential architecture experience in Edinburgh
- Our designs prioritise both aesthetic creativity and practical functionality
- We specialise in navigating Edinburgh's unique planning regulations
- We integrate eco-friendly solutions into every project phase
- Our end-to-end service covers projects from concept to completion
What people say
Fantastic design
Light and bright spaces
Creative layouts
Stress-free process
Pleasure to deal with
Services
Residential Architecture
Creating tailored residential solutions that balance aesthetic vision with practical functionality. Our approach combines creative space planning with technical expertise to develop homes that evolve with occupants' needs. We specialise in integrating modern design principles with Edinburgh's architectural heritage while maintaining compliance with local regulations.
Home Extensions
Designing seamless home extensions that enhance living spaces while respecting original building character. We focus on maximising natural light, improving spatial flow, and creating versatile areas that adapt to modern lifestyles. Our process includes full planning submission support and construction oversight.
Mews Conversions
Transforming traditional mews buildings into contemporary living spaces. Our expertise preserves historical elements while introducing modern amenities through innovative spatial solutions. We handle all regulatory requirements and coordinate specialist contractors to ensure quality outcomes.
Eco-Friendly Design
Incorporating energy-efficient solutions and sustainable materials into every project phase. We develop designs that reduce environmental impact while enhancing comfort and long-term value. Our approach includes passive solar design, insulation optimisation, and low-carbon material selection.
Project Management
Providing comprehensive project management from initial concept to final completion. We coordinate all aspects including planning applications, building warrant submissions, contractor selection, and on-site inspections to ensure timely delivery within budget parameters.
People
Louise McBride
Principal Architect
Graduated from Mackintosh School of Architecture in 1998 with over 20 years' experience in residential design. Specialises in Edinburgh property transformations, combining creative vision with technical expertise to deliver tailored solutions that enhance clients' living environments.
Questions
What types of residential projects do you specialise in?
We specialise in home extensions, mews conversions, new build homes, and space reconfiguration projects across Edinburgh and surrounding areas.
How do you handle planning applications in Edinburgh?
We manage the entire planning process, leveraging our local expertise to navigate Edinburgh's unique architectural regulations and requirements effectively.
Can you incorporate sustainable design elements?
Yes, we integrate eco-friendly solutions including energy-efficient design, sustainable materials, and passive solar principles into all our projects.
What areas do you cover?
Based in Edinburgh, we work across the city and surrounding regions including East Lothian, Midlothian, Fife, and the Scottish Borders.
How involved will I be in the design process?
We maintain close collaboration throughout, ensuring your input shapes every design decision while providing expert guidance at all project stages.
