Business Details
33 Years
experience
Award-Winning Architectural Design in Edinburgh
Lee Boyd is a distinguished architectural practice based in Edinburgh with a reputation for design excellence and innovation. Established in 1993, we have cultivated a diverse portfolio spanning commercial, public, and residential sectors, many of which have received prestigious awards and industry recognition. Our approach prioritises individualised project consideration, ensuring architectural ideals are achieved regardless of scale or budget. We reject a 'house style', instead focusing on creating contemporary, context-sensitive designs that respond to both the environment and user needs.Our team combines extensive technical expertise with a commitment to sustainability, accessibility, and community engagement. With decades of collective experience, we specialise in balancing heritage preservation with modern functionality, particularly in listed buildings. Our repeat clients and collaborations with public funding bodies attest to our reliability, transparency, and ability to exceed client expectations through meticulous attention to detail and robust project management.
Services
Commercial Architecture
Public Building Design
Residential Development
Heritage Restoration
Sustainable Design
Details
- Year established: 1993
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of experience in architectural design and heritage restoration
- Our team includes RIBA and RIAS chartered architects with technical expertise
- We specialise in balancing modern functionality with historic building preservation
- Our projects have received multiple industry awards including EAA and Civic Trust
- We maintain long-term relationships with public funding bodies and repeat clients
What people say
Award-winning designs
Exceptional attention to detail
Strong community engagement
Technical expertise
Client-focused approach
Services
Commercial Architecture
We deliver innovative commercial architecture solutions that optimise space functionality while maintaining aesthetic appeal. Our expertise spans office developments, hospitality venues, and retail spaces, with particular strength in repurposing historic buildings. Clients benefit from our ability to balance modern requirements with heritage constraints, ensuring spaces that enhance productivity and user experience while meeting strict environmental standards.
Public Building Design
Specialising in public architecture, we create spaces that enhance community engagement and cultural accessibility. Our portfolio includes churches, museums, and community hubs designed with universal access and sustainability principles. We excel in navigating complex funding requirements and stakeholder consultations, delivering projects that combine functional excellence with lasting social value through collaborative design processes.
Residential Development
Our residential expertise covers social housing, private commissions, and masterplanning projects. We address contemporary challenges through innovative space optimisation and sustainable materials while exceeding regulatory standards. The team specialises in transforming constrained urban sites into desirable living spaces, balancing developer requirements with resident comfort through meticulous attention to natural light, ventilation, and communal areas.
Heritage Restoration
With accredited conservation specialists, we revitalise listed buildings while preserving historical integrity. Our approach combines traditional craftsmanship with modern techniques to meet current usage needs. Projects involve detailed material analysis and historical research, ensuring sensitive adaptations that extend building lifespans while enhancing energy efficiency and functional relevance for contemporary use.
Sustainable Design
We integrate environmental considerations throughout the design process, exceeding current sustainability standards. Our approach includes passive design strategies, renewable material selection, and energy-efficient systems tailored to each project's context. This commitment extends to advising clients on long-term operational sustainability, reducing carbon footprints while creating healthy, future-proof spaces that adapt to evolving environmental requirements.
People
Michael Doherty
Senior Associate Architect
Qualified architect with RIBA/RIAS accreditation, specialising in technical coordination and legislative compliance. Has led restoration projects like The Haining Coach Houses since joining Lee Boyd in 1995.
Nicola Hall
Director
Director since 2001 with expertise in adaptive reuse of historic buildings. Led award-winning Bairns Hoose project and promotes STEM education in local schools.
John Mackenzie
Director
Chartered architect directing financial management and sustainability initiatives. Specialises in secure public building design and BIM implementation since joining in 1997.
Alan Thomson
Director
Experienced director coordinating complex projects and managing quality standards. Specialises in community consultation processes for public building developments since becoming a director in 2001.
Kelly Minion
Architectural Assistant
Conservation specialist with Masters in Architectural Conservation. Manages refurbishment projects including Charlotte Chapel restoration since joining in 2005.
Questions
What architectural services does Lee Boyd offer?
We provide comprehensive architectural services across commercial, public, and residential sectors including new builds, refurbishments, and specialist heritage restoration projects.
Do you specialise in historic building restoration?
Yes, we have accredited conservation specialists and extensive experience in sensitively restoring listed buildings while integrating modern functionality.
How do you approach sustainable design?
We incorporate passive design strategies, renewable materials, and energy-efficient systems tailored to each project's context, exceeding current environmental standards.
Can you handle complex public sector projects?
Yes, we have extensive experience managing public sector projects with multiple stakeholders, including work for The Scottish Parliament and Lottery-funded developments.
What is your design philosophy?
We reject a 'house style', instead creating context-sensitive designs that respond to both the environment and user needs through collaborative processes.
How do you ensure project quality?
We maintain rigorous quality control through technical coordination, regular RIBA seminars, and mentoring to ensure high standards across all projects.
