Placemaking is at the heart of everything we do, from city strategies to buildings and public spaces. We collaborate closely with our clients and the communities we work for to create places that exceed expectations.
Masterplanning
An overarching strategic vision for a project is essential to unlock value and deliver transformational change. Our reputation is built on bringing strong placemaking principles to masterplans at every scale, and a collaborative approach to working with people that acknowledges complexity but focuses on straightforward solutions.
Residential
Making it easier for people to live a sustainable lifestyle, we work across public and private sector to design and deliver high quality housing of all tenures and scales.
Commercial
Workplace design is increasingly shaped by the same placemaking principles that guide all of our work. We leverage our placemaking expertise and cross-sector experience to realise a holistic balance of commercial, environmental and social value. In this way we create workplaces that meet the needs and aspirations of landlords, investors and occupiers alike.
Industrial
By blending innovation with practicality, we design efficient, future-ready facilities that not only meet operational demands but also enrich their communities and unlock long-term value.
Education
Our experience across university masterplans and education buildings has provided us with a deep understanding of how the pedagogical environment is evolving. The way that university buildings are utilised today is vastly different even from the recent past. Spaces need to be flexible, dynamic, and technologically nimble to create dynamic learning landscapes that stimulate progressive, collaborative research.
Civic
By designing dynamic and welcoming public and civic environments, we have developed innovative, context-driven approaches that enhance functionality, foster community engagement and celebrate local identity.
Retrofit
We reimagine existing buildings through thoughtful, low-carbon interventions and informed contextual understanding. This creates sustainable places and spaces that respect heritage, enhance usability, and deliver long-term environmental and social value.
Community
We collaborate closely with communities to create neighbourhoods and buildings that are appreciated and loved, so that they stand the test of time.
News
Here is a selection of news, views and things that stimulate our thinking.
Masterplanning Gold for Seafield Masterplan at the Scottish Design Awards
We are thrilled to share that we’ve won Gold in the Regeneration and Masterplanning category at the Scottish Design Awards 2025, held last night in Glasgow....
Temple Park Crescent wins at Scottish Home Awards
Congratulation to our client S1 Developments who won the Apartment Development of the Year award at the Scottish Home Awards last night!...
Success for Rowanbank Gardens at RTPI Scotland Awards
7N Architects were delighted to attend the RTPI Scotland Awards for Planning Excellence last night alongside The City of Edinburgh Council....