Design Approach
Method Architecture draws on the particular contexts (physical, historic, typological) of a project, to make design that is specific to that project.
The fine quality of Edinburgh’s built heritage requires sensitive interventions of a high standard. Taking inspiration from tradition, and using processes of translation, interpretation, or simplification, it is possible to find design that is relevant to the present while sitting comfortably with the past.
The patterns of daily life generate an intense familiarity with the places we live in, domestic design requires particular attention to detail. Working carefully with scale, enclosure, material choices and cultural norms, design can make a house a home.
Design ideas come from diverse sources, from client and consultants, and the architect synthesises these to form a coherent design.
The application of careful thought produces better buildings. Good design adds value, the correct organisation of simple materials can make the ordinary become exceptional.