Discover the story behind Barnton Avenue’s transformation
In our first YouTube episode, Seán and Tom share their vision for reinventing family living—balancing timeless design, thoughtful functionality, and contemporary needs. Learn how spaces were reimagined, original proportions restored, and essential additions seamlessly integrated to create a calm, harmonious family home.
ETHOS
We’re Somner Macdonald Architects. We have a genuine passion for designing homes that enhance lives.
We specialise in creating bespoke solutions for alterations, refurbishments, extensions, new builds, and listed buildings. Our designs celebrate simplicity, clarity, and the interplay of light, space and materiality, promoting a harmonious and luxurious way of living.
With studios in Edinburgh and East Lothian, we lead the way in design-led residential architecture. Our expertise spans central and southern Scotland, delivering ambitious projects that range from urban transformations in Edinburgh to rural retreats in East Lothian and beyond—from Dunkeld to Dumfries. Each project reflects our commitment to reimagining homes while staying true to our clients’ unique needs and desires.
We are honoured to have our excellence in design, craftsmanship and environmental stewardship recognised through numerous awards and accolades; explore our nominations here.
Projects
Whether breathing new life into an existing building or crafting something entirely new, we specialise in maximising the potential of every site and structure. Our designs seamlessly integrate with their surroundings, combining innovative solutions with a deep respect for context and character.
CONTACT
Your story will be reflected in the completed build—a notion that transcends design and construction.
Whether you’re planning a transformative refurbishment, an ambitious extension, a bespoke new build, or a sensitive listed building project, we would love to hear your story. Share your project with us via our enquiry form, and a member of our team will respond within two business days.
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