Exemplars took a blended approach to design, connecting STEM spaces to the rest of campus. We look at the importance of innovation from institutions.
Case Study: Social Learning Spaces in Further Education
Places that encourage learning through collaboration are important for developing and applying classroom learning. We look at these spaces.
Case Study: In-Between Spaces in Further Education
Some spaces create valuable exchanges and connections for educational buildings but defy convention. In-betwen spaces are key to a sense of community.
Annual Review 2020: Our Year in Review
Despite the challenges of lockdown, and the closure of our offices, A&DS has continued to deliver high quality and important work. We review our year.
Case Study: Using Offsite Construction for Housing Delivery in Scotland
How does it feel to occupy an offsite house, and what examples are there? This Case Study looks at four offsite housing projects in Scotland.
Blog: Offsite for diversification not standardisation – a reflection on A&DS new Housing Case Studies
Robert Hairstans of Edinburgh Napier University reflects on our new Case Studies in terms of offsite construction adoption in Scotland
A&DS contributes to Build It Aberdeen – November 2020
Built It Aberdeen took place online in 2020 and brought together industry experts discuss challenges facing the construction industry.
Designing for a Changing Climate: Carbon Conscious Places Report Launch
Scotland’s climate is changing. How Scotland’s places are adapted and used can help futureproof against the impacts of climate change.
Case Study: Dumfries and Galloway Royal Infirmary, Dumfries
Developed around the ‘garden hospital concept’, the 344-bed Dumfries & Galloway Royal Infirmary uses the natural environment for patient wellbeing
Case Study: Woodland View Hospital, Irvine
Designed to create a therapeutic environment, Woodland View’s non-institutional design provides mental health services in a mature woodland setting.