Selected Projects
SUSTAINABLE RESIDENTIAL
AB Architecture & Environment transform residential homes into thoughtful, low-energy, high-performance living spaces. Our award-winning residential retrofit projects combine sustainable architecture, building physics, and conservation expertise to improve energy efficiency, reduce carbon emissions, and enhance comfort while preserving architectural heritage.
Delivering exemplary results across Edinburgh, London, the UK, and internationally, we create sensitive, future-focused refurbishments that set new standards in heritage retrofit and low-carbon residential design.
Transforming existing buildings for the future. AB Architecture & Environment demonstrate how existing homes can be reimagined to meet modern environmental standards while preserving architectural heritage. Through thoughtful design, sustainable refurbishment can improve comfort, reduce carbon emissions, lower energy consumption, and extend the life of existing buildings.
Sustainable residential architecture across Edinburgh, London and the UK. Whether you are planning a home extension, house refurbishment, deep retrofit, conservation project, or sustainable new-build home, AB Architecture & Environment delivers innovative architectural solutions tailored to your aspirations and environmental goals. With more than 30 years of experience in sustainable architecture, low-carbon design, energy consultancy, building physics, and residential architectural services, we help clients create high-performing buildings that are efficient, resilient, and future-ready.
Future-proof your project with our sustainable architectural services.
From energy-efficient homes and heritage refurbishments to innovative low-carbon developments, Edinburgh based AB Architecture & Environment creates exceptional buildings that respond to their surroundings, minimise carbon emissions, and stand the test of time.
Speak with AB Architecture & Environment today to discuss your project.
Sustainable Retrofit Components
Enhance natural daylight and improve spatial quality
Passive cooling and natural ventilation through thoughtful design
Automated roof lighting to support energy efficiency and occupant comfort
High-performance insulation and thermal fabric upgrade
Environmentally responsible and recycled building material
Significant reduction in operational energy demand
Sensitive conservation area design with respect to historic character
Low-carbon retrofit strategy focused on long-term sustainability and resilience
Get In Touch. Ready to create a sustainable building? Whether you are planning a residential project, commercial development, or low-carbon retrofit, our Edinburgh-based architectural services can help bring your vision to life through thoughtful, environmentally responsible design. Explore innovative, bespoke and low-carbon architectural solutions.
AB Architecture & Environment
Edinburgh Office
5 South Charlotte Street
Edinburgh
EH2 4AN
United Kingdom
Tel: +44 (0)131 460 1630
London Office
45 Albemarle Street
London
W1S 4JL
United Kingdom
Tel: +44 (0)207 151 2500
Why Choose AB Architecture & Environment?
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Over 30 years of sustainable design expertise
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Established leaders in low-carbon architecture
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Integrated architecture, sustainability, and building physics expertise
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Proven experience across local, national and international projects
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Research-led, evidence-based design solutions
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A commitment to environmental responsibility, design excellence, and long-term value
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Provision of clear and trustworthy communication with our clients
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We believe successful architecture begins with understanding people, place, and purpose