How we help

We help design better places in Scotland, from health facilities and learning environments, to town centres, housing and more.

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How we help

We believe in the power of design to improve lives. Whether it's a single building or an entire town, good design responds creatively and sustainably to the needs of everyone. When we work on a project, we share our expertise and learning in the forms of direct project advice, events, publications, toolkits, case studies and more.

Get in touch if you have questions, or you would like further information, about the resources on our website.

What we offer

Learn more about the advice and resources we provide across the following sectors:

learning environments
health and social care facilities
town centres and housing
climate

Colorful glass panels in wooden frames surround vibrant flower beds leading to a blue hut on a school ground.

Mearns Primary Spark Park, Glasgow

Designing learning environments for Scotland's young people

We work with the Scottish Government, Scottish Futures Trust and local authorities to support anyone involved in designing learning estates across Scotland. We share our expertise, coordinate advice, and produce resources on subjects such as local and outdoor learning and accessible and inclusive design.

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Dining area for staff members of Parkhead Hub with a variety of seating area and floor to celing windows.

Parkhead Hub, Glasgow

Designing health and social care facilities for patients and staff

We work alongside the Scottish Government Health & Social Care Directorate (SGHSCD) and Health Facilities Scotland (HFS) to support health boards and those who commission new or substantially redevelop facilities create healing places for people in Scotland.

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Four story housing development with gardens, raised beds and aseating area.

Primrose Place, Alloa

Designing town centres for residents and the public

We help transform Scotland's town centres and housing by working collaboratively with public bodies, local businesses, local authorities and the Scottish Government.

Our aim is to create inclusive, adaptable spaces that meet the needs of all demographics and respond to changing demands.

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Young people of Blackburn at a Climate Action Towns mapping workshop.

Climate Action Towns workshop, Blackburn

Designing climate conscious buildings and places

We collaborate with local authorities, communities, and public bodies to deliver net zero, drawing on insights from a portfolio of recent projects focused on people-centred, climate-concious design. Supported by the Scottish Government, we help communities across Scotland actively design for the challenges of a changing climate.

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Designing homes to strengthen communities

We work with local communities and the Scottish Government to shape what future housing will look and feel like. We also work with housing associations and developers to ensure housing today is built to prioritise the people who live there.