Blog: St Martyrs Kirk | St Andrews
Architect – Page\Park The Martyrs Kirk of St Andrews is a sanctuary for learning and research, providing St Andrews University post graduate students a place for private research and reflection. The category B listed Kirk was first completed in 1928, therefore any future and present works required an intervention/ refurbishment that was delicate, tasteful, and showcase the original characteristics. The central nave and intersecting transept provides a high vaulted ceiling above which students and faculty can congregate beneath. The openness of the nave allows for the original stained glass windows to be displayed and allow light to enter and [...]
Blog: Bowhouse
Architect – Konishi Gaffney Architects Bowhouse is situated within the Balcaskie Estate, between Elie and St Monans on the East Neuk of Fife. The East Neuk is made up of a string of ancient fishing villages and harbours that are surrounding by adjacent farmland. The main industry of the East Neuk was historically fishing, though this has declined for a number of these harbours, the area is still renowned for the quality of fish and seafood. The East Neuk produces some of the finest raw ingredients because of the wealth of agricultural and rural land. Some of these ingredients include [...]
Blog: Urban Beach | Dundee
The city of Dundee is currently going through a £1billion transformation of the waterfront area. The main focal point and emphasis is the central waterfront encapsulating the V&A, Slessor Gardens and a new ‘urban beach’. The new urban beach will be a dynamic and inclusive civic space that bridges the gap between Slessor Gardens and the River Tay. The proposed waterfront will host the new urban beach, soft/hardscaped areas, water features, and also small pavilions providing the public with basic amenities. The introduction of water will not only encourage wildlife to the centre, but will also add visual and physical fluidity [...]
