Luxury Homes
what we do
At Thomas Robinson Architects, building or extending and renovating large luxury properties makes up the core of our residential architecture work in Scotland. We see ourselves primarily as specialist architects of luxury homes. Our attention to luxury detail consistently exceeds expectations, and we have won many awards for what we do.
But what is a luxury home? Back in 2018, Tom Robinson wrote an article for The Scottish Field magazine answering that question. The full architectural team was consulted. We knew that luxury equates with beautiful design and with attention to detail. Tom wrote, “For us architects, a grand mansion complete with all mod cons will only feel luxurious if all the details are right, from the unassuming curve of a bannister or well-executed cut of a stone detail to a perfectly laid parquet floor.”
how we do it
Luxury is always in the detail. Yes, as experienced architects for luxury homes, we are often designing something large and impressive, but it will only feel like a luxury property if the small things are right. Every aspect – from the chimney piece to the door surrounds – must be designed well, must function with ease, and must look beautiful.
Another aspect of a luxury home is its flow. Whether it’s a traditional-style Arts and Crafts mansion, Scots baronial castle, modernist masterpiece, or contemporary commuter home on the outskirts of Glasgow, how a home flows will affect how people perceive its luxury quality.
Flow means that the house makes sense when you’re in it, with each space connecting with the next in a pleasing way and with each room working well without dead-end corners or dysfunctional areas. How natural light – and lighting design – works within the luxury home also affects how good it feels.
why choose us as architects for your luxury home in Scotland
With over 20 years’ experience as a practice, we know what works in luxury home design. We are well-versed in designing all styles of Scottish architecture and in creating large luxury homes across our beautiful country.
A few of our luxury houses can be seen here.
our expertise
We are experienced in overcoming the hurdles that can accompany building large luxury homes. This means ensuring that they are harmonious with the surrounding landscape and architecture, which contributes to gaining successful planning permissions.
This is especially important when handling local building regulations and historical preservation requirements. We excel in creating luxury architecture in Scotland that respects the environment while pushing the limits of luxury design.
a luxury design philosophy
As Tom said in his Scottish Field article, “In our book, striving for the luxury of great design is part of living the good life and a worthy pursuit, full of the rewards of appreciation and of gratitude. As architects, we seek to create that luxury, imagining ourselves in the shoes of those who will be living it and, hopefully, feeling happier for it.”
This philosophy guides every aspect of our design process.
sustainable luxury
As luxury home architects, we also practise sustainable design. We bring in the most successful low-energy systems and building materials as part of our design ethos for luxury house architecture.
We have certified Passivhaus architects on our team, and use aspects of Passivhaus design to create energy-efficient homes that uphold the highest levels of comfort and luxury.
luxurious interior architecture
Our interior architects, including Fiona Robinson, a founding director of Thomas Robinson Architects, hone our luxury architecture interior work. We understand how interior and exterior design elements integrate to create an environment that flows.
We pay close attention to the flow of space and artfully select materials, textures, and designs that enhance the architecture and reflect our clients’ desired aesthetic.
our projects
As expert luxury architects in Scotland, we can design specialist luxury aspects for your home. Whether you’re looking for a swimming pool, yoga studio, cinema room, garden bothy, or any other luxury aspect to your new home, we have the experience to design it.
In terms of interior architecture and interior design for your luxury home, we have the right connections, knowledge, and skills to bring these additional services to your luxury home project.
Our luxury house architect team has created an impressive portfolio of high-end residential projects across Scotland. View our portfolio.
our relationships
We specialise in interiors and exteriors and work closely with clients during the design process to create inspired spaces that meet their vision.
Our luxury architect team believes in close collaboration with our clients throughout every stage of their project. We create the initial concept design, manage the construction process, and work with our clients to ensure each new build or renovation aligns with their lifestyle.
our partners
As a luxury residential architecture practice, we’ve built strong relationships with professionals across the construction industry. Our network includes expert builders, engineers, and suppliers of sustainable materials. During construction, we work closely with these partners to execute our designs with efficiency.
This collaborative approach allows us to produce outstanding results faster, no matter how difficult the project is.
Scotland’s trusted luxury house architects
Thomas Robinson Architects is a trusted luxury residential architecture firm operating since 1999. We specialise in creating beautiful architecture across a wide range of projects.
Our expertise extends beyond luxury homes to include heritage properties, listed buildings, and conservation area structures. Whether you’re looking for a modern-style home or a sensitive house extension, we craft elegant and sustainable spaces that make people happy.
Our experienced team has a forward-thinking approach to design and a thorough understanding of Scottish architectural heritage. This ensures that each project we take on is timeless yet future-proof.
Trust our luxury residential architects at Thomas Robinson Architects to achieve your vision. Contact us today with your dream luxury home idea or to discuss how we can make your existing luxury home work better for the 21st century.