AB SUSTAINABLE ARCHITECTURE

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Edinburgh Sustainable Architectural Services.

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Shaping a Sustainable Future. AB Architecture & Environment is an award-winning sustainable architectural practice based in Edinburgh, with over 30 years of experience delivering innovative, low-carbon design solutions across the UK and internationally.

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We create buildings and places that reduce carbon emissions, enhance environmental performance, and support long-term social, economic, and ecological value. From individual homes and historic buildings to large-scale developments and masterplans, our work is driven by a commitment to sustainability, design excellence, and measurable performance.

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Led by Edinburgh-based architect Alastair Binnie, a recognised pioneer in energy-efficient and environmentally responsible building design, our practice has been integrating sustainable design principles into every project since 1992. By combining architecture, sustainability consultancy, and building physics, we help clients achieve ambitious environmental goals through practical, evidence-based solutions.

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Our Expertise

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• Carbon reduction and net-zero design strategies

• Biodiversity and nature-positive design

• Water efficiency and resource conservation

• Green building design

• Energy performance and building optimisation

• Healthy, resilient, and wellbeing-focused buildings

• Sustainable refurbishment and retrofit

• Large-scale urban design and master planning

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Rather than applying a standard architectural style, we develop bespoke solutions tailored to the unique environmental, social, and cultural context of each project. Our research-led approach ensures every design responds intelligently to its location, purpose, and long-term environmental impact.

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With a proven track record across the UK and internationally, we deliver sustainable architecture that balances innovation, performance, and exceptional design quality.  Explore our projects to see how thoughtful, sustainable design can create lasting value for people, places, and the planet.

 

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Our Sustainable Architectural Services

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Architecture & Design

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Comprehensive architectural services from concept to completion, including:

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• Feasibility studies and project development

• Full architectural design services (RIBA Stages0-7)

• Planning applications

• Building Regulations and Building Warrants

• Residential, commercial, public sector, and mixed-use projects

• Local, national, and international commissions

• Construction monitoring and contract administration

 

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Design to Sustainability Standards

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We design new buildings and refurbishments to meet recognised national and international sustainability standards, including:

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• BREEAM

• Passivhaus

• LEED

• UK Net Zero Carbon Buildings Standard (UKNZCB)

• WELL Building Standard

• DGNB (German Sustainable Building Council)

 

Our expertise enables clients to achieve ambitious environmental targets while creating healthy, high-performing buildings.

 

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Energy Consultancy & Building Physics

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Specialist consultancy services to optimise building performance and minimise environmental impact:

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• Building energy modelling and performance prediction

• On-site renewable energy integration

• Low-carbon retrofit strategies

• Advice for existing and historic buildings

• Whole-life and lifecycle carbon assessments

• Hygrothermal analysis and condensation risk assessments

• Building fabric performance analysis

• UK and international energy consultancy services

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Project Management

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Strategic project management services that support successful project delivery from inception to completion:

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• Defining project objectives and identifying constraints

• Developing and managing project briefs and programmes

• Coordinating consultants, specialists, and stakeholders

• Managing appointments and procurement processes

• Feasibility studies and options appraisals

• Project strategy development and implementation

• Programme, cost, and change management

• Risk management and mitigation

• Establishing effective communication and project governance structures​​​​​

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