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🌟 Exciting news from SBA! We're thrilled to partner with a private client on the restoration of historic doctors' offices and apartments in Stirling. Currently, in the early stages of feasibility design, we have big plans to revitalise this once-dilapidated Grade C Listed Building. It's inspiring to explore the beautiful old hand drawings of the original structure! Stay tuned for updates on this exciting journey! 🏛️✨

🚨 Project Updates from SBA! 🚨

Exciting news from our team!

✨ Annandale Street in Edinburgh – Neighbouring our other Annandale Street project! We’ve just secured planning and building warrant approval, and it's now out to tender. This extension will expand the property into the rear garden and attic, providing more space for our client's growing family.

🔨 Blinkbonny, Edinburgh – We’re thrilled to announce that planning consent has been granted to extend an existing garage into a spacious double garage, complete with a new secure driveway. We can’t wait to start the next phase on behalf of our client!

🏛️ C-Listed Home in Glasgow – We've also received Listed Building and Building Warrant consent for a beautiful Grade C-listed property in Glasgow. The renovations will create an open-plan living space that blends modern design with the home's historic charm, bringing it into the 21st century.

Exciting times ahead! Stay tuned for more updates as these projects progress!

Exciting week for the SBA team! We hopped over to Dublin to conduct survey work for a private client. We’ll be collaborating closely with both the client and the Dublin Council Conservation Team to turn their vision into reality, all while respecting the conservation guidelines. Stay tuned for updates on this exciting project!

SBA was appointed by our private client to take their private residence project through the technical design stage and submit a building warrant to form an open-plan living-diner room, creating a vaulted room and increasing natural light along with modernising throughout. We are delighted to receive the approval of the building warrant on our client’s behalf with our client now almost complete on site the plans are starting to come a reality!

🏘️ Exciting developments at SBA! We've been collaborating with a private client in Edinburgh, sketching out possibilities for their private land. Exploring different scales and proportions, we've been carefully considering how new designs interact with the existing vegetation and surrounding architecture. Stay tuned as we continue to refine these concepts!

Interested in exploring a bespoke design for your own project? Get in touch via the link in our bio! 🖊️✨

🚧✨ Exciting week ahead for the SBA team as we visit all our active sites, each at a different stage of progress!

🏗️ Linn Mill, South Queensferry: Superstructure works are underway, and the building is really starting to take shape. You can see the inverted roof shape starting to be formed.

🔨 Annandale Street, Edinburgh: Foundation digs have begun with the strip foundations 50% complete, and we're opening up the house in the next week! It won't be long before the superstructure rises, and the extension comes to life.

🌳 Lochford Gardens, Dunbar: Infrastructure works continue as we prep the site for landscaping and garden installations. Big things ahead!

Stay tuned for more updates from the ground!

Team SBA had an inspiring day out at Litchfield Cathedral! 🏰
The stunning Gothic architecture and intricate details sparked fresh ideas and reminded us why working with historic buildings is at the forefront of our ethos.
With a strong background in conservation, we’re passionate about preserving the beauty and integrity of these timeless structures while integrating modern innovation. Exploring landmarks like this reinforces our commitment to honouring the past as we design for the future. ✨

SBA are excited to be working in partnership with The University of Glasgow and WSP under Lot Two consultant's framework, on the restoration of Hillhead Street, Glasgow. Looking for creative solutions to distressed historic fabric across the estate.

We are working closely with the design team to complete the project on time and on budget.

We are looking forward to extending our relationship with The University of Glasgow and WSP!

🏟️ Exciting Beginnings at Crabtree Sports Pavilion! 🏟️

We’re thrilled to announce that last week SBA kicked off the inception meetings for the Crabtree Sports Pavilion project! It was fantastic to meet the dedicated members of DCDC, and we’re eager to collaborate with such a passionate community. Together, we’ll enhance these facilities and help improve the football spirit in Douglas and South Lanarkshire! 🏆⚽

Taking a look back at our projects with Blackburn Cathedral. ..
As Cathedral Architect (Surveyor to the Fabric) James Sanderson of SBA cared for and maintained the historic fabric of the Cathedral for 21 years...
During this time SBA has completed detailed Quinquennial Inspections, developed a long-term Conservation and Management Plan for the Cathedral and wider site, and completed heritage assessments and significance statements. This work has underpinned the delivery of significant fabric repairs including roof and masonry repairs to the West tower the north
and south transepts the nave and the chancel...
In addition, the Cathedral has had its decorative nave ceiling restored, artworks preserved, a new aspirator system installed, a new choir school developed in the crypt plus the installation of a highly sustainable combined heat and power unit (first for any English Cathedral)...

We are thrilled to announce that we've won the tender for the Crabtree Park Improvement project in Douglas on behalf of the Douglas Community Development Company! 🌳

Our team will soon begin a feasibility study to revitalise the Crabtree Football Pitches, transforming them into a vibrant community asset. These pitches, which once hosted a changing pavilion now removed for safety concerns, will see a new lease of life with our innovative design together with associated community gardens and play parks for the whole community of Douglas to enjoy. This project will drive regeneration in the historic village, creating a fantastic new destination in South Lanarkshire.

We can't wait to get started and bring this vision to life! 🙌✨

🎉✨ Celebrating 7 Years of Architectural Excellence with SBA! 🏢✨

Today marks a significant milestone for us at SBA as we celebrate our 7th anniversary! 🎈🥳 Over the past seven years, we've embarked on an incredible journey, filled with growth, innovation, and remarkable projects. 🌟 From groundbreaking designs to transformative spaces, each endeavour has shaped our expertise and enriched our journey.

We're immensely grateful for the trust and support of our amazing clients, both past and present. 🤝 Your vision has fueled our creativity, pushing us to exceed expectations and deliver exceptional results. Thank you for being part of our story! 🙏💼

As we look ahead to the next seven years, we're excited to continue this journey of collaboration and excellence. 🚀✨ To our future clients, we can't wait to bring your dreams to life and create spaces that inspire. Together, let's build a future where innovation thrives and design knows no limits! 💡🏗️

Here's to maintaining the strong and healthy relationships we've built and to forging new ones along the way. Cheers to seven years of architectural excellence, and to many more ahead! 🌟🏙️

Our Director James Sanderson has posted a blog about working in the conservation and heritage architecture landscape for 33 years.

See below for more about his expertise!

https://buff.ly/4aTiom0

🏛️ Heritage meets innovation in our project: The Old Manse!
Teaming up with Harrison Hunt, we're transforming this historic office space in Dunbar, Scotland into luxury apartments. Engaging with the community and East Lothian Council, we restoring the building's charm while crafting modern living spaces.
Meet the dream team behind it all:
Client: Harrison Hunt
Engineer: Structural Design Consultants
Contractor: Cornhill Building Services
Let's preserve the past and build for the future!

Exciting News Alert! 🎉

We're thrilled to announce the completion of our rebrand at Sanderson Borland! 🌟

Introducing our sleek new identity: SBA!

You'll now find us under this crisp new name across all our social media platforms, publications, and external media channels.

Rest assured, our contact details remain the same. Feel free to reach out to us through our existing email addresses ending in .com. No changes there! For anyone looking to contact us please visit our website https://buff.ly/46USs87 or email us at [email protected] 💼✉️

Stay tuned for more updates and exciting projects from SBA! 🏢

We love helping our clients with materiality of their projects.

Playing around with different concepts and materials to get the right look for the project.

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