DDS Architecture is an architectural firm based in Leith, Edinburgh, providing architectural services in Edinburgh and beyond to the domestic, commercial and social markets since 2011. For our domestic market, we specialise in house extensions, but also work with people to carry out internal alterations, attic conversions or whatever they are looking to do to help them make their dream home a reality.
Since our inception we have successfully had over 450 consents granted. We have also worked on a range of commercial and social projects for various clients including Anglian Home Improvements, Castle Rock Edinvar, Four By Two Interior Design, Carr Gomm, Chop House Bar and Restaurant, Margaret Blackwood Housing Association, Ajenta, The Compass Group, St Andrew Square Property, The Scottish Courts, Stewart's Brewery and City Quay Developments.
Since our inception we have successfully had over 450 consents granted. We have also worked on a range of commercial and social projects for various clients including Anglian Home Improvements, Castle Rock Edinvar, Four By Two Interior Design, Carr Gomm, Chop House Bar and Restaurant, Margaret Blackwood Housing Association, Ajenta, The Compass Group, St Andrew Square Property, The Scottish Courts, Stewart's Brewery and City Quay Developments.
Services
DDS Architecture provides a service which is professional, efficient, high quality, good value, and bespoke. DDS Architecture is a small team based in central Edinburgh but we have carried out projects all over Scotland. We are led by our Director, Ross Robertson, who has worked in the architectural industry for over 25 years.
Are you thinking about extending your home, converting the attic or perhaps altering the internal layout of your property to make best use of the space? Perhaps you have an idea on how to make your house a dream home but knowing where to begin can be a daunting process if it's not something you've done before.
We understand that cost is one of the first things our clients want to know. We provide a bespoke service tailored to your requirements; we do not supply specific costs on our website because every project and every client is different. What we can tell you however is that our fees are based on the standard architectural fees recommended by the Fees Bureau.
What consents are required, such as planning permission or a building warrant, is one of the factors that should be considered in the early stages of thinking about doing work to your home. Architectural design must comply with planning and building regulations, and this may impact on the finished design and your budget.
DDS Architecture offer a range of services depending on your individual circumstances and requirements. If you aren't sure which service is best for you, we can discuss this with you during your initial consultation and provide you with our fees for both services should you wish. If you choose to go with this option, we will keep our appointment with you open until you have your necessary consents granted.
Reviews (5)
Melinda Andrews
Sep 16, 2021
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Christina Bickers
May 11, 2021
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I would highly recommend DDS Architecture to anyone considering having renovations done. Ross and his team were very professional and friendly. Unfortunately our plans had to be delayed whilst under covid restrictions but they communicated with us well throughout all of this and were prompt to response as soon as things were moving again. They were extremely supportive throughout the whole process and kept us fully informed of how things were progressing. We will be using them again for any future work we need carried out.
James Oliphant
May 08, 2021
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Jon Hoy
Dec 26, 2020
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I had a very disapointing experiance with DDS which resulted in having to scrap all our plans and restart with another architect. 14K wasted which has been a painfull lesson. The team seemed more interested in delivering what they thought we wanted rather than lsitening to what we actually wanted. Qhat we ended up with was a gold plated desing that involved lots of billiable hours and ended up so far over budget that we could not proceed. 1 year of planning wasted. Correspondance was also difficult at times. Not a postive experiance in any way. This is not a place where the customer comes first
Paul Thomson
Jun 16, 2018
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I have worked with Ross Robertson and his team at Design Detail Solutions for many years and have known and worked with Ross prior to him starting this company. I would highly recommend his services as he has always provided detailed and accurate plans for all projects and gained planning and building warrant permissions in efficient timescales.
