Annie Kenyon Architects

Annie Kenyon Architects (ak|a) is an award-winning architectural practice based in rural Scotland. Founded in 2006 by Annie Kenyon, the practice has grown organically and gained a reputation for excellence in design and service. Our projects range from extensions and new builds to conservation and small-scale developments. We provide our services throughout Scotland, bringing our dynamic range of experience and knowledge to assist clients with their individual needs.

At ak|a, we have a strong emphasis on sustainability. We endeavour to provide honest, timeless designs that our clients can be proud of. Our services include a wide range of stages from feasibility to completion, focusing on delivering high-quality spaces. We have experience working on both new builds and Listed Buildings, and we thrive on working within a range of budget expectations, from low-cost housing to high-end bespoke new builds.

Liaising with a range of consultants, we meet our clients' expectations throughout Scotland from our studio in Aberdeenshire. Throughout the process, it is key to ensure communication is at the forefront, not only delivering our clients a unique design but also excellence in service, anticipating their needs and expectations.

Our Ethos

"Don't make something unless it's both necessary and useful; but if it's both necessary and useful, don't hesitate to make it beautiful."

We have a passion for creating design-led solutions that both respond to and are appropriate for the setting. We believe that we have a responsibility to respect the built heritage and protect it for future generations. By creating well-considered, beautiful designs with integrity and creativity, we have developed a large range of projects that are contemporary in spirit yet rooted in tradition.

Our Services

ak|a provides a wide range of services through various work stages, from feasibility to completion. Our services include:

• Extensions: Whether you're looking to extend your home to create more space or improve its functionality, we can help you design and deliver your extension.
• New Builds: From initial concept to final completion, we can assist you with designing and building your new home.
• Commercial: We offer our services to commercial clients, helping them design and build spaces that meet their needs and expectations.
• Conservation: We have extensive experience working on Listed Buildings and conservation projects, ensuring that the integrity of the building is maintained while making necessary improvements.
• Masterplanning: Our team can help you plan and design large-scale developments, ensuring that the project meets your vision and goals.
• Estate: We can assist with the design and development of estates, working closely with clients to create spaces that are both functional and beautiful.

Meet the Team

The ak|a staff are a young, vibrant, and passionate team led by experienced professionals. With a variety of skills and expertise in conservation, energy efficiency, and design, we are committed to working together to provide beautiful architectural solutions. Our team is invested in our values of Creativity, Fun, Appreciation, Simple, and Honesty.