Refurbishment of artists’ studios in Irvine
Multi-award winning Ayr-based ARPL Architects
Ltd have announced the completed refurbishment of artists’ studios on Irvine
harbourside for WASPS Artists’ Studios, a charity providing affordable
studios to rent around Scotland.
The original courtyard development of 13 studios was built in the 1980s.
The comprehensive refurbishment of the premises has provided an additional
5 studios created at mezzanine level.
This is one of WASPS’ smaller projects in comparison to their large studio
developments such as their new complex at the Briggait in Glasgow. The
project has been funded by the Scottish Arts Council, and local contractor
James Anderson has carried out the work. The project was completed
within a tight construction budget of £110,000.
Careful planning and a good working relationship were essential as the
construction work went on around the artists who continued occupation of
the studios throughout the contract. Consideration of good daylight
and affordable running costs with a practical place to work are important
criteria for all artists.
Refurbished Courtyard Studios in Irvine
Now with a 30 year track record, Wasps Artists’ Studios have grown to become
one of the largest studio providers in the UK with a network of 17 buildings
from the Scottish Borders to the Shetland Islands. WASPS
are pleased to have increased their accommodation available for Ayrshire
and have a waiting list for studios.
Artists working in the courtyard studios welcome visitors.
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The Architect
The directors of ARPL Architects Ltd are
Patrick Lorimer, Robert Gilliland, Gordon Fleming, and Rebecca Cadie with
John Ramsay, Stewart Glendinning and Kenneth Handley as associates.
The ARPL philosophy is to produce buildings to the highest design standards
in close consultation with its
clients. Designs are innovative and sympathetic to both the immediate
and the broader environment in which they are constructed, with an emphasis
on sustainability. Each project embraces the unique nature of the client’s
needs and the site.
Over the 36 years since Patrick Lorimer established the original practice,
ARPL’s status in the profession has grown steadily in line with its position
as a medium-sized practice with a reputation for well executed projects.
The firm’s project experience covers the fields of housing, churches,
schools, commercial projects, private houses, community and arts buildings.
Particular expertise has been developed in contemporary sustainable design,
specialist conservation works and design for historically sensitive environments.
ARPL’s
work has received wide recognition through numerous design and environmental
awards presented over the years for its new build and conservation works.
Regular success in design competitions adds to the practice portfolio.
ARPL are currently working on new and refurbishment housing for Lochside,
Ayr, several church and castle
conservation and restoration projects and new community facilities in
the South West of Scotland. Appointments for church commissions involve
a range of denominations and projects from conservation and repair to extensions
and new build. The firm is also involved in country houses and estates
and the design of new houses for private owners.
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