Business Details
45 Years
experience
Chartered Architects in Glasgow
Established in 1981, The McLennan Partnership has evolved into a multidisciplinary architectural practice serving commercial, education, healthcare, retail, leisure, industrial, financial, and residential sectors across Scotland and the UK. Our team of creative designers specialises in delivering tailored architectural solutions that balance cost-effectiveness with high-quality design and functionality. We prioritise collaborative working relationships with clients, ensuring projects align with individual briefs while addressing budgetary, sustainability, and accessibility considerations. Our services span architectural design, space planning, interior design, BIM, principal designer coordination, and conservation projects. Led by Architectural Director Steven Innes, we integrate technical expertise with strategic oversight of statutory approvals, construction quality, and programme management.Our approach combines client consultation with multidisciplinary coordination to achieve optimal design outcomes. We maintain strong partnerships with M&E, structural, and civil engineering consultants to ensure seamless project delivery. Our commitment to exceeding client expectations is demonstrated through innovative solutions that enhance both working and living environments. With extensive experience in historic building conservation, we provide specialist services for listed properties while maintaining modern design standards. Our practice holds RIAS and RIBA Chartered Practice accreditation, reflecting our adherence to professional excellence.
Services
Architectural Design
Space Planning
Interior Design
BIM Services
Principal Designer
Design Co-ordination
Conservation & Heritage
Feasibility Studies
Project Management
Details
- Year established: 1981
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of architectural experience since 1981
- Our team includes RIBA Chartered Architects with specialist conservation expertise
- We provide end-to-end project coordination with multidisciplinary consultants
- Our Principal Designer service ensures full CDM 2015 compliance
- We combine creative design with technical expertise in BIM implementation
Associations and certifications
- RIAS
- RIBA
Services
Architectural Design
Our RIBA Chartered Architects deliver comprehensive architectural design services spanning briefing, concept development, statutory approvals, and construction administration. We specialise in creating functional, aesthetically pleasing buildings tailored to client requirements while addressing planning constraints and budgetary considerations. Our approach combines creative design with technical expertise to ensure successful project delivery across multiple sectors.
Space Planning
We optimise spatial efficiency through tailored space planning solutions that enhance workplace functionality and employee wellbeing. Our services include layout optimisation, alternative working systems implementation, and furniture reuse strategies. We create cost-effective solutions ranging from minor adjustments to complete workplace transformations while maintaining compliance with accessibility and safety standards.
Interior Design
Our interior design team specialises in creating high-quality interior environments for education, leisure, and theatre sectors. We provide comprehensive services including material selection, furniture specification, and bespoke design solutions. Our approach integrates aesthetic considerations with technical requirements to deliver functional, visually appealing spaces that meet project-specific needs.
Principal Designer
We provide Principal Designer services ensuring full compliance with CDM 2015 regulations. Our role includes risk management, client guidance, and coordination of health and safety aspects during design phases. We prepare statutory documentation and collaborate with principal contractors to ensure safe construction practices while maintaining design integrity throughout project delivery.
Conservation & Heritage
With 40+ years' experience, we specialise in conservation and adaptive reuse of listed properties. Our services include condition assessments, repair strategies, and restoration work that preserves cultural heritage while meeting modern requirements. We collaborate with conservation officers and specialists to deliver sensitive interventions that halt decay and extend the lifespan of historic structures.
People
Steven Innes
Architectural Director
Steven leads our architectural team with over 25 years' experience in delivering complex projects across multiple sectors. He specialises in strategic design coordination and client relationship management.
Questions
What architectural services do you offer?
We provide architectural design, space planning, interior design, BIM, principal designer coordination, and conservation services for commercial, residential, and heritage projects.
How long have you been in business?
We've been operating as The McLennan Partnership since 1981, with our current team delivering architectural solutions across Scotland and the UK.
Do you handle conservation projects?
Yes, we specialise in historic building conservation with extensive experience in listed property restoration and adaptive reuse projects.
Are you RIBA accredited?
Yes, we are a RIBA Chartered Practice with specialist expertise in architectural design and project coordination.
How do you approach project sustainability?
We integrate sustainability considerations throughout design phases, balancing environmental impact with functional requirements and budget constraints.
