Business Details
Expert Architectural Services in Edinburgh
SHS Shs Burridge Architects is a distinguished architectural practice based in Edinburgh, Scotland, with over 25 years of experience delivering tailored design solutions. As ARB-registered architects and members of RIBA and RIAS, we adhere to rigorous professional standards while specialising in contemporary architecture characterised by natural materials, light-filled spaces, and sustainable principles. Our expertise spans challenging planning contexts, listed building interventions, and innovative residential and commercial projects across Scotland. We guide clients through every stage of their building journey, from initial concept to completion, ensuring complex processes are simplified and client visions are realised with precision.Our commitment to quality is evidenced by award-winning designs, including energy-efficient exemplars like the Flower House at Scotland's Housing Expo. With a focus on collaboration and technical excellence, we serve both private and public sectors, combining creative vision with practical execution to transform ideas into enduring built environments.
Services
Planning Permissions
Building Warrants
Listed Buildings
House Extensions
Bespoke Houses
Renovations
Energy Efficiency
Interior Design
Highlights and features
- We offer 25+ years of architectural expertise across Scotland
- Our team holds professional accreditation from ARB, RIBA, and RIAS
- Specialists in sustainable design and listed building interventions
- We provide end-to-end project guidance from planning to completion
- Award-winning designs demonstrated in projects like the Flower House
Associations and certifications
- ARB
- RIBA
- RIAS
Services
Planning Permissions
We specialise in securing planning permissions for complex architectural projects across Scotland. Our expertise includes navigating conservation area restrictions, listed building requirements, and local authority negotiations. With a deep understanding of Scottish planning legislation, we prepare comprehensive applications that address design, environmental impact, and community considerations. Our track record demonstrates success in obtaining approvals for both contemporary extensions and sensitive historic building interventions.
Building Warrants
Our team manages the full building warrant process for residential and commercial developments. We prepare detailed technical drawings and specifications that comply with Scottish building regulations, ensuring structural integrity, energy efficiency, and accessibility standards. We coordinate with building control officers to expedite approvals and provide ongoing compliance support throughout construction phases for projects ranging from minor renovations to major new builds.
Listed Buildings
We excel in working with listed buildings across Edinburgh and Scotland, combining historic preservation with modern functionality. Our approach balances conservation requirements with contemporary design solutions, from discreet interventions in Category A buildings to comprehensive renovations of conservation area properties. We prepare detailed listed building consent applications and collaborate with heritage officers to ensure compliance while maintaining architectural integrity.
House Extensions
We design and deliver bespoke house extensions tailored to clients' lifestyles and property contexts. Specialising in glass conservatories, sunrooms, and multi-functional living spaces, we handle all aspects from initial concept to building regulations approval. Our extensions integrate sustainable materials and energy-efficient design while navigating planning constraints in urban and rural settings across central Scotland.
Bespoke Houses
We create unique, energy-efficient homes that respond to specific site conditions and client requirements. Our bespoke house designs incorporate cross-laminated timber construction, smart home technology, and passive solar principles. From remote Highland locations to urban Edinburgh sites, we manage full-service delivery including feasibility studies, planning applications, and construction oversight to ensure homes meet exacting quality and sustainability standards.
People
Andrew Burridge
Architect
Andrew has practiced architecture for over 30 years, specialising in residential and commercial projects. He focuses on sustainable design, CLT construction, and listed building adaptations across Scotland. His award-winning work includes the Flower House at Scotland's Housing Expo.
Jane Burridge
Architect
Jane specialises in strategic planning and public sector projects, with expertise in office design and community development. She mentors in construction industry initiatives and contributes to architectural education through university roles and professional organisations.
Questions
What architectural services do you offer in Edinburgh?
We provide full architectural services including planning permissions, building warrants, listed building consents, house extensions, bespoke homes, renovations, and energy efficiency upgrades across Edinburgh and central Scotland.
How do you handle listed building projects?
We specialise in listed building interventions, preparing detailed conservation applications while implementing modern design solutions that respect historic fabric. Our team navigates planning constraints and works with local authorities to secure necessary approvals.
Can you help with sustainable building designs?
Yes, sustainability is core to our practice. We incorporate energy-efficient materials, passive solar design, and CLT construction methods to create eco-friendly buildings that meet modern environmental standards while maintaining aesthetic quality.
What areas do you cover beyond Edinburgh?
While based in Edinburgh, we work throughout central Scotland including Fife, East Lothian, Stirling, and the Scottish Highlands, delivering architectural solutions tailored to diverse geographic and regulatory contexts.
How do you manage the planning application process?
We handle all aspects of planning applications, from initial feasibility studies to submission and negotiation with local authorities. Our experience ensures compliance with Scottish planning regulations while maximising approval chances for complex projects.
Reviews (4)
Alastair Cole
Dec 13, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Responsiveness
Andrew was very generous, professional and responsive in helping us through the planning of a listed building renovation. Will definitely use with any future builds and designs. Thanks!
Andrew was very generous, professional and responsive in helping us through the planning of a listed building renovation. Will definitely use with any future builds and designs. Thanks!
Stuart Charters
Jul 20, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness
Fantastic to work with, very professional, clear communication, and prompt with work. We are getting new balcony doors knocked through and new mezzanine put in. Andrew drew up the plans and handled the application process. Would highly recommend and use again in if we have future projects.
Fantastic to work with, very professional, clear communication, and prompt with work. We are getting new balcony doors knocked through and new mezzanine put in. Andrew drew up the plans and handled the application process. Would highly recommend and use again in if we have future projects.
Ross Macdonald
Apr 30, 2021
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I contacted SHS to ask about a quote for getting a building warrant. Spoke with Andrew who, after some questions about the work, confirmed I did not require a building warrant. I really appreciate this company's honesty and advice rather than wanting to charge me for nothing. Will definitely use these guys if I need actual work in the future!
Harry Oliver
Apr 26, 2021
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Andrew was professional and helpful throughout our experience with SHS Burridge. From our initial query to moving forward with our project he was knowledgeable, patient, and the efficient communication was really great.
