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Planning Appeal Success in Edinburgh
/ Feb 6, 2008Oliver Chapman Architects has won an appeal gaining planning and listed building consent for the conversion of a Grade A Listed mews property in Albany Street Lane, Edinburgh. Designed for a private client, the existing garage will be converted into a two storey dwelling with an open living area on the upper storey, exposed to the expressive ceiling form above. Taking it's lead from the existing urban plan of the Broughton Market, the dramatic zinc clad roof is designed to respond to the historical context of the area as well as allow light and retain privacy for the occupants.
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Presentation to HRH, The Prince of Wales
/ Jan 21, 2008Oliver Chapman Architects were asked to present current proposals for Dumfries House to HRH The Prince of Wales, and then spend the day assessing the house and its designed landscape. The estate has been preserved for the nation by a consortium including HRH and the Scottish Government, and represents one of the most architecturally significant country houses in the British Isles. The practice was also asked to explore options for a bespoke four-star hotel and some new-build housing.