Litchfield Cathedral – Day Out 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 Read more…
My Professional Journey – With James Sanderson Reflecting on my 33-year professional journey working with Listed Buildings and Historic Fabric, I’ve just realised how my colleagues and I have a finely honed a set of skills that now come naturally to us. Skills that are now second nature in preserving, Read more…
Architect’s Factory Tour – Fakro Poland 2024 Our Chartered Architectural Technologist, Matthew Gibson MCIAT, had an amazing time exploring Poland on the FAKRO GB Factory Trip 2024! Huge thanks to Stewart MacKenzie and Charlie Kane for putting together such a fantastic and organised trip, and a shoutout to the Fakro Poland team for their warm hospitality. From Read more…
School Presentation – Working in Architecture Sanderson Borland is thrilled to share that our Chartered Architectural Technologist, Elliot Dickson MCIAT, had the privilege of being invited to give an inspiring presentation to the students of Firrhill High School in Edinburgh today. Elliot shared valuable insights into the world of architecture, Read more…
1. What is an Architectural Technologist? This is a question that, at the start of my career, was always asked. An Architectural Technologist is a qualified professional that offers a full architectural design service, that leads and manages projects from conception to completion and all with an understanding of building Read more…
International Women’s Day – Interview International Women’s Day: An Interview with Diana Borland, managing director at Sanderson Borland and Creative Director at Harrison Hunt. To celebrate International Women’s Day, this week we are putting the spotlight on our director: Diana Borland. 1. Please can you provide an overview of your Read more…
Elliot Dickson joins our Edinburgh Studio A warm welcome to Elliot: We’re delighted to welcome Elliot Dickson to our Sanderson Borland team in our Edinburgh studio. With a wealth of experience gained from working at a prominent architectural practice based in Edinburgh, Elliot brings a unique blend of expertise and Read more…
Matthew Gibson joins our Edinburgh Studio A warm welcome to Matthew: We’re delighted to welcome Matthew Gibson to our Sanderson Borland team in our Edinburgh studio (photo taken in one of his favourite cities – one guess where?) As a member of the Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists, Matthew has Read more…
Diana Borland attends MIPIM 2018 Our Managing Director Diana Borland and David Harrison of Harrison Hunt took at trip to the South of France to see what the current buzz was at MIPIM. Diana reacquainted herself with some old friends, clients, colleagues and made some new ones and enjoyed sharing Read more…
James Sanderson Appointed to the Board of Governors at the Glasgow School of Art Our Director, James Sanderson has recently been appointed to the Board of Governors of The Glasgow School of Art after being invited to interview by one of the GSA Development Trustees. In addition to this appointment, Read more…
‘Creative Days’ Workshop We were approached by Blackburn Cathedral and Queen Elizabeth Grammar School to take part in one of their ‘Creative Days’ for their year 8 and 9 students. James Sanderson, our Cathedral Architect at Blackburn Cathedral led a series of workshops for small groups of students on the Read more…
The National Precentors Conference, Blackburn Director, James Sanderson who has been Cathedral Architect at Blackburn for over 15 years was invited to speak at the National Precentors Conference to discuss the £35m regeneration masterplan he led in Blackburn to create a new Cathedral precinct. The masterplan has been successful in Read more…
Faith Wood Joins the Team We are pleased to announce Faith Wood has joined Sanderson Borland. Faith Wood has just completed her Masters in Architecture (Part II) at The University of Edinburgh after graduating from the University of Liverpool. Achieveing a First Class Honours and being awarded the Holt Travelling Read more…
Suburbia Goes Stylish, Selfbuild + Homemaker ‘Located in suburban Edinburgh, the house was commissioned by a professional couple looking to build a functional family home with architectural elegance and originality. They wanted a light and open feel to the house and to create ‘a modern but timeless’ piece of architecture Read more…
Contemporary Suburban Home Unveiled, Urban Realm ‘Purcell has lifted the lid on a contemporary family home in suburban Edinburgh, squeezed into a narrow plot sandwiched between two existing houses. Arranged around a feature chimney the home is entered via a wide angled doorway offering views of ground floor spaces and Read more…
Foundation Stone Laid – Blackburn Cathedral ‘A piece of history was made yesterday when The Bishop of Blackburn, Rt Rev. Julian Henderson, laid the foundation stone for the new Cathedral Court adjoining Blackburn Cathedral. The foundation stone reads: CATHEDRAL COURT THIS FOUNDATION STONE WAS LAID BY THE BISHOP OF BLACKBURN, THE Read more…