Arup Offices, Scotland : Architecture Information

29 Apr 2009 New Office for Arup Scotland haa design's proposals for an extension to Arup Scotland's new offices in South Queensferry are now on-site. The proposals include a full refurbishment to Arup's Grade B listed original building, designed in 1967 by Arup Associates' Peter Fogo, and a new 600m2 extension complementing the original building across the walled garden. The Peter Foggo building, designed as a simple symmetrical pavilion, makes up what was the fourth wall of the original kitchen garden of old Scotstoun House. haa design's extension follows on from this, building right up against and "inhabiting" one of the listed walls. The pavilion building, cleared of outdated toilets and offices, and infilling the courtyard now forms simple open-plan office space. The new building contains a new reception, meeting rooms, toilets and other support functions. The design of the new building was heavily influenced by what was acceptable to Planning and Historic Scotland, in terms of size, location and main elevation. Both the refurbishment of the main building and the design of the new building reflect Arup's priority that the design should meet the highest possible standards of sustainability and feature wind catchers, sola-tubes and a sophisticated BMS to maximise and regulate cross ventilation via the perimeter glazing and the central cupola built over the original central courtyard. haa design are currently working on the fit-out of Arup Scotland's Glasgow office which will feature full open plan and a design aesthetic reflecting their recently completed London and Watford offices. Refurbishment of and extension to Scotstoun House South Queensferry original building 925m2 new building 620m2 coach house building 95m2 architect haa design limited structural engineer M&E engineer Arup Scotland sustainability consultant cost consultant Neilson Binnie-McKenzie contractor Ashwood Scotland Ltd cost of project £3.5m (construction current) - Fit-out haa design is a multi-disciplinary practice incorporating architecture, interior design and consultancy services. Established in 1994, the Glasgow based practice is headed by Hugh Anderson. Office Buildings