John Gilbert Architects

At John Gilbert Architects, we are a Scottish design studio passionate about designing places for people and the planet. Our team is dedicated to delivering beautiful, efficient, and affordable projects that cater to the needs of users, residents, and the community. We undertake design work from a strategic level to detailed architecture, combining creativity, enthusiasm, and knowledge to achieve exceptional results.

Sustainable Architecture

Our buildings are rooted in their context, featuring contemporary designs, high performance, and tailored to the needs of users. We believe that buildings that are carefully designed and detailed, with high standards of energy efficiency and excellent internal space standards, will last a lifetime. Our commitment to sustainability is reflected in our approach to design, ensuring that our buildings not only look great but also perform flawlessly.

Conservation & Retrofit

Our conservation and retrofit service revitalizes old buildings, whatever their age, use, or type. We work collaboratively with you, the building, and residents to provide spaces that have a new or improved function, a fresh look, cost less to run, and are fit for the 21st century. Our expertise lies in restoring heritage buildings while also addressing modern needs and modern requirements.

Strategy & Masterplan

We assess town centre and housing regeneration projects strategically, offering development plans that work for residents, stakeholders, and the wider community. Our planning and urban design skills ensure that our projects respond to the needs of the community, while also addressing the needs of local authorities and stakeholders.

Hab-Lab

Hab-Lab reinforces our commitment to creating designs that not only look great but also perform flawlessly. We employ a dedicated building performance specialist to assist clients in benchmarking, measuring, and improving the performance of their new and existing building stock. Our goal is to ensure that our buildings not only look great but also function optimally.

News and Journal

Our news and journal section provides insights into our projects, highlighting our achievements and successes in the field of sustainable architecture and conservation. From awards and recognition to community engagements and partnership highlights, our news and journal section showcases our work and commitment to making a positive impact on the built environment.

Testimonials

Don't just take our word for it. Our clients praise our dedication, expertise, and commitment to delivering exceptional results. From community-led housing to affordable housing initiatives, our clients appreciate our ability to listen to their needs, understand their goals, and deliver high-quality, sustainable designs that meet their needs.