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Eastside; a project using different layers of vernacular forms and materials to make a distinctive rural home.

Stone, vertical timber cladding, box profile corrugated metal, natural slate

Swipe for before ➟ ... See more

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Thick steading walls that have been repaired and modified to suit the evolving needs of agriculture over the years.

The existing stone, a mix of field stones and dressed granite, will be used to frame two new rural homes. ... See more

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Fantastic to see our project ‘Linkwood’ included in Urban Realm’s ASA20.

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Nearly there..

This almost completed project is full of character combining the best of old and new. We are very much looking forward to share some more of this soon. ... See more

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The start of groundworks and demolition at this alterations and extension project in the west end of Aberdeen.

Layers of the building being stripped right back to the existing granite.

#alterationsandextension #onsite #granite #dontmoveimprove #workinprogress #watchthisspace #homerenovation #designinteriors #architecturedesign #scottisharchitecture #residentialarchitecture #aberdeen #aberdeencity #aberdeenshire #design #scottishdesign #aberdeenshirearchitects #rwalkerarchitects #RWA ... See more

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A welcomed return to site surveys and getting familiar with new projects.

This renovation project will completely transform the interior of the traditional cottage opening up to views over Tap ‘o Noth. ... See more

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Early feasibility site layout sketches for a new home on the edge of an Aberdeenshire town.

Bound on either side by neighbouring properties each sketch has a slightly different strategy for approach and entrance taking into consideration privacy, orientation, natural daylight and views. ... See more

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Linkwood has been shortlisted for this year’s Aberdeenshire Architectural and Landscape Design Awards 2020.

Delighted to be considered and fingers crossed for the final round of judging!

🤞🏼 ... See more

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A project where tradition meets modern; an old ruin brought back to life.

The new gable additions are wrapped in slate for a contemporary take on a traditional form and material.

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A moodboard looking into large sliding doors, built-in joinery nooks and internal details.

These images form part of the design proposals that aim to open up an old coastal property to spectacular sea views. ... See more

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An interior photo showing the open plan kitchen, dining and living space at Mack Lodge; a new build house near Inverurie.

The vaulted ceiling, natural light and views out make for a fantastic space to live in. Swipe for ‘during construction’ photo ➟

📸 Client photo
🔨 Cairnrowan Custom Homes ... See more

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An interior photo showing the view through the entrance hall at Mack Lodge; a new build house near Inverurie.

Natural stone is used both inside and out at the main entrance to create a feature and frame the spectacular views south. Great to see the space is also cat approved!

📸 Client photo ... See more

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Eastside interiors.

These photos show just how close moving in day was before lockdown got in the way! We can’t wait to visit when we can.
📸 Cairnrowan Custom Homes photo

#eastside #interiors #newbuild #timbercladding #verticaltimber #adaptandreuse #reusedstonework #contemporarydesign #instahome #ruralarchitecture #scottisharchitecture #lifeofanarchitect #residentialarchitecture #aberdeen #aberdeenshire #design #scottishdesign #aberdeenshirearchitects #rwalkerarchitects #RWA ... See more

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Building warrant approval through for an extension and internal alterations project on the outskirts of Westhill, Aberdeen.

The traditional farmhouse and old cellular floorplan didn’t work for the owners and their day-to-day life, so we proposed a new extension to unlock the flow of the house and create a spacious kitchen and open plan dining / living space.

#buildingwarrant #buildingwarrantapproval #rural #farmhouse #contemporary #slidingpocketdoor #vernaculardesign #scottishvernacular #newbuild #ruralarchitecture #scottisharchitecture #residentialarchitecture #aberdeen #aberdeenshire #balmedie #design #scottishdesign #aberdeenshirearchitects #rwalkerarchitects #RWA ... See more

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‘’We absolutely love the design of our house and we often find ourselves just staring out the windows at the beautiful views.’’

Great design feedback from our clients who moved into their new home, just over nine months ago. It’s easy to see how you could be easily distracted with that view! Looking forward to visiting when we can.

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#newbuild #glazedgable #livingarea #openplandesign #designinteriors #instahome #architecturedesign #ruralarchitecture #scottisharchitecture #residentialarchitecture #aberdeen #aberdeenshire #design #scottishdesign #aberdeenshirearchitects #rwalkerarchitects #RWA ... See more

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After a lengthy planning process, we’re delighted to have been granted planning on appeal for a new build house in the centre of Inverness.

Thanks to Aurora Planning Limited for their hard work and also to our trusting client we were able to alleviate any concerns of settlement pattern and impact on neighbouring properties to provide a new home in a sustainable location.

#newbuild #thehighlandcouncil #THC #scottisharchitecture #inverness #residentialarchitecture #design #scottishdesign #rwalkerarchitects #RWA ... See more

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Shadow, texture and timber; a progress photo from one of our single storey extension projects in Aberdeen.

A landscape window captures early evening light while garden patterns are cast on the timber cladding.

🌖 📸 Client photo

#extensionproject #dontmoveimprove #extensionandalteration #thattimbergrainthough #verticaltimbercladding #eveninglight #oldaberdeen #gardenshadows #texture #scottisharchitecture #instahome #homerenovation #aberdeenarchitects #rwalkerarchitects #RWA ... See more

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Site layout work-in-progress as we continue to define boundaries, refine orientation and design three new rural homes near Balmedie. Design development coming soon.

#workinprogress #rural #concept #siteanalysis #sitefeatures #reusedstonework #vernaculardesign #scottishvernacular #newbuild #ruralarchitecture #scottisharchitecture #residentialarchitecture #aberdeen #aberdeenshire #balmedie #design #scottishdesign #aberdeenshirearchitects #rwalkerarchitects #RWA ... See more

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A new modest rural home project. Scot larch timber cladding has been proposed as a nod to the site’s wooded context and is a soft, tactile material when approaching the recessed main entrance.

#newbuild #timbercladding #verticaltimber #recessedentrance #coveredentrance #reusedstonework #instahome #ruralarchitecture #scottisharchitecture #residentialarchitecture #aberdeen #aberdeenshire #design #scottishdesign #aberdeenshirearchitects #rwalkerarchitects #RWA ... See more

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Wishing everyone a happy and healthy Easter weekend!

#stayhomestaysafe #easter #easterweekend #newbuild #ruralarchitecture #scottisharchitecture #residentialarchitecture #aberdeen #aberdeenshire #design #scottishdesign #aberdeenshirearchitects #rwalkerarchitects #RWA ... See more

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Re-visiting this completed project in Garioch where connection to the garden and views was key to the brief.

#revisit #reflect #reflection #extension #siberianlarch #nordan #velux #bennachie #ruralarchitecture #scottisharchitecture #residentialarchitecture #garioch #aberdeenshire #design #scottishdesign #aberdeenshirearchitects #rwalkerarchitects #RWA ... See more

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We are up in the Highlands today re-visiting a site with our initial design concept. It’s so important at this early stage to stand on site with the layout and ensure that it makes best use of light and views.
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#sitevisit #newhome #newbuild #naturallight #countrysideview #lifeofanarchitect #ruralarchitecture #scottisharchitecture #residentialarchitecture #cromdale #highlands #design #scottishdesign #aberdeenshirearchitects #rwalkerarchitects #RWA ... See more

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Seeing the finishing touches come together on a project is always satisfying, but especially so when it’s a tactile and warm material like timber.

The final push for an exciting new build which we’ve loved being part of.

#eastside #interior #timberclad #sitevisit #newhome #newbuild #cairnrowancustomhomes #adaptandreuse #lifeofanarchitect #ruralarchitecture #scottisharchitecture #residentialarchitecture #aberdeen #aberdeenshire #design #scottishdesign #aberdeenshirearchitects #rwalkerarchitects #RWA ... See more

≺ RWA ≻

To all existing clients: like everyone else, RWA have been following the Covid-19 development. We have discussed the best approach to the ongoing situation and would like to reassure all our clients that we will continue to fully support projects, while ensuring our own well-being and monitoring any Government advice.

As a small practice, we are taking all the necessary precautions to ensure that your projects can continue to progress as normal. Neither Craig or I are showing any sign of symptoms or have knowingly been in contact with anyone showing symptoms; so for the time being we will continue to come to the studio as normal. At this time all surveys, site visits and meetings scheduled for the coming weeks will go ahead however if you begin to show any symptoms or are feeling unwell, please just let us know and we can re-arrange to a time that suits you.

Thanks and stay safe x

#ruralarchitecture #scottisharchitecture #residentialarchitecture #aberdeen #aberdeenshire #design #scottishdesign #aberdeenshirearchitects #rwalkerarchitects #RWA ... See more

≺ PROJECTS ≻

Over the past month we’ve been busy working on lots of projects. Swipe for more ➟ 📸

{1} : New project meetings ; meeting potential clients to discuss their briefs and getting to visit sites with fantastic views - fingers crossed.

{2} : Feasibility studies ; a set of initial sketch design options for a couple relocating to the countryside.

{3} : Building warrant applications ; collaborating with design team members and preparing technical information for applications.

{4} : Site visits ; visiting projects we have designed and seeing them come to life!

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#newproject #clientmeeting #feasibility #schemedesign #sketches #buildingwarrant #sitevisit #concept #newhome #extension #newbuild #conversion #adaptandreuse #lifeofanarchitect #ruralarchitecture #scottisharchitecture #residentialarchitecture #aberdeen #aberdeenshire #design #scottishdesign #aberdeenshirearchitects #rwalkerarchitects #RWA ... See more

≺ GOLDEN ≻

Light, shadow, warmth and tradition. Late afternoon; a great time of day to walk round with a new client on site, discussing family life and lifestyle before putting pen to paper.

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#sitevisit #concept #newhome #naturalstone #slateroof #scottishslate #abandonedplaces #ruralarchitecture #scottisharchitecture #residentialarchitecture #aberdeen #aberdeenshire #design #scottishdesign #aberdeenshirearchitects #rwalkerarchitects #RWA ... See more

≺ REMNANTS ≻

We love to work on projects that involve bringing abandoned buildings like this old farmhouse back to life.

We’re measuring up, taking note of influential site features and picking out the valuable parts of the building to retain - an essential part of the design process at RWA. We might suggest replacing the gutters though...

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#survey #concept #newhome #naturalstonework #abandonedplaces #repair #restore #makedoandmend #ruralarchitecture #scottisharchitecture #residentialarchitecture #aberdeen #aberdeenshire #design #scottishdesign #aberdeenshirearchitects #rwalkerarchitects #RWA ... See more

≺ VIEWS ≻

An oversized window, positioned opposite the front door, so every time you come home you’re reminded of the fantastic view! Whatever the weather....

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#stormbrendan #newbuild #entrancehall #entranceporch #openplanliving #contemporary #concept #newhome #interior #nordanwindows #timbercladding #naturalstonework #rural #contemporarydesign #scottisharchitecture #residentialarchitecture #aberdeen #aberdeenshire #design #scottishdesign #aberdeenshirearchitects #rwalkerarchitects #RWA ... See more

≺ MORE SPACE ≻

Planning approval through for this modest but bold extension in rural Aberdeenshire. The design introduces a mix of contemporary materials and an asymmetrical roof to contrast the existing property.

Looking forward to progressing the project onto the next stage.

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#planningapproved #mindthechickens #nochickenswereharmed #extension #contemporary #asymmetrical #metalroof #standingseam #timbercladding #naturalstonework #velux #rural #contemporarydesign #scottisharchitecture #dontmoveimprove #residentialarchitecture #aberdeen #aberdeenshire #design #scottishdesign #aberdeenshirearchitects #rwalkerarchitects #RWA ... See more

≺ IN THE MAKING ≻

Lots of nice details coming to life in this new home at Cross of Jackston.

A straight flight stair open to the entrance hall is top lit with natural daylight from the large velux roof lights above. Recessed handrail now being formed with glass balustrade due for delivery.

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Cairnrowan Custom Homes #newbuild #macklodge #entrancehall #thoselinesthough #recessedhandrail #glassbalustrade #velux #rural #vernacular #contemporarydesign #scottisharchitecture #residentialarchitecture #aberdeen #aberdeenshire #design #scottishdesign #aberdeenshirearchitects #rwalkerarchitects #RWA ... See more

❍ 2019 ❍

A taste of the year gone past - RWA’s top nine of nineteen.

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#scottishdesign #aberdeen #aberdeenshire #design #aberdeenshirearchitects #rwalkerarchitects #RWA

❍ CHRISTMAS ❍

Wishing everyone a wonderful Christmas and a very happy New Year! The studio will be closed from today (Friday 20th December) returning Monday 6th January.

We’d like to say thank you to all our clients and to the consultants and contractors who helped make 2019 a great year. Excited to see what 2020 brings!

Rachael and Craig

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#wishingforawhitechristmas #newbuild #conversion #naturalstone #glazedgable #timbercladding #metalroof #rural #snowscene #cgi #3d #vernacular #contemporarydesign #scottisharchitecture #archviz #residentialarchitecture #aberdeen #aberdeenshire #design #scottishdesign #aberdeenshirearchitects #rwalkerarchitects #RWA ... See more

❍ VAULTED ❍

A rural home featuring a large vaulted space containing kitchen, dining and a stepped living room to get views across the countryside.

Plasterboarding ongoing, with internal timber cladding to the walls and roof starting soon - looking forward to seeing the completed project in 2020!

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#newbuild #conversion #naturalstone #glazedgable #timbercladding #metalroof #rural #vernacular #contemporarydesign #scottisharchitecture #residentialarchitecture #aberdeen #aberdeenshire #design #scottishdesign #aberdeenshirearchitects #rwalkerarchitects #RWA ... See more

❍ SKETCH ❍

The starting point for a new rural home; a feasibility study exploring layout options and sketch elevations.

If you have a project you’d like to talk to us about, we can offer you a free initial consultation to get the ball rolling. Give us a call on 01330 833441 or message us!

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#newbuild #extension #renovation #conversion #conservation #sketchdesign #feasibility #naturalstone #timbershutters #timbercladding #metalroof #rural #vernacular #contemporarydesign #scottisharchitecture #residentialarchitecture #aberdeen #aberdeenshire #design #scottishdesign #aberdeenshirearchitects #rwalkerarchitects #RWA ... See more

❍ FESTIVE ❍

The studio is feeling very festive while we work hard to get projects finalised before the Christmas break!

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#aberdeen #aberdeenshire #scottisharchitecture #design #scottishdesign #aberdeenshirearchitects #rwalkerarchitects #RWA ... See more

❍ DUSK ❍

With daylight hard to come by at the moment these up / down external wall lights make for a great light feature on the newly rendered walls. Looking forward to seeing the finishing touches come together ahead of completion.

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#newbuild #details #dusk #lightingdesign #externallights #daylightsavings #rural #vernacular #contemporarydesign #scottisharchitecture #residentialarchitecture #aberdeen #aberdeenshire #design #scottishdesign #aberdeenshirearchitects #rwalkerarchitects #RWA ... See more

❍ BUILD IT 2019 ❍

Looking forward to attending Aberdeen’s construction and property conference Build It Aberdeen next Friday. The topics this year will focus on ‘embracing innovation’.

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#buildit2019 #builditaberdeen #innovation #sustainablefuture #mearnsandgill #scottisharchitecture #residentialarchitecture #aberdeen #aberdeenshire #design #scottishdesign #aberdeenshirearchitects #rwalkerarchitects #RWA ... See more

❍ RENOVATION ❍

A great turn out for the talk last night on ‘sustainable renovations’ and the varying issues that surround the topic. Very informative and some lovely sketch details too!

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#sustainable #renovations #sustainability #heritage #buildinghistory #thepebbletrust #SEDA Robert Gordon University #RGU #changeourtomorrow #scottisharchitecture #residentialarchitecture #aberdeen #aberdeenshire #design #scottishdesign #aberdeenshirearchitects #rwalkerarchitects #RWA ... See more

❍ VERNACULAR ❍

Simple and practical - old school ingenuity spotted on today’s site visit; horseshoe / link chain door closer!

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#rural #context #farmstead #sitehistory #horseshoe #vernaculardesign #conversion #stonegable #timberdoor #farm #ruraldesign #residentialarchitecture #aberdeen #aberdeenshire #scottisharchitecture #design #scottishdesign #aberdeenshirearchitects #rwalkerarchitects #RWA ... See more

❍ GHOST ❍

The ‘ghost’ of an existing opening closed up, and its partner on the opposite gable. These remnants are the beginnings of a new conversion project! Happy Halloween.

#rural #context #farmstead #sitehistory #vernaculardesign #gablearchitecture #steadingconversion #stonegable #timberdoor #farm #ruraldesign #residentialarchitecture #aberdeen #aberdeenshire #scottisharchitecture #design #scottishdesign #aberdeenshirearchitects #rwalkerarchitects #RWA ... See more

❍ SEAVIEWS ❍

The view from this afternoon’s meeting. A potential project to open up the property to the seaviews... and you can see why!

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#coast #context #residentialarchitecture #aberdeen #aberdeenshire #scottisharchitecture #design #scottishdesign #aberdeenshirearchitects #rwalkerarchitects #RWA ... See more

❍ SITE VISIT ❍

A soggy site visit to see progress to our new build that retains an existing gable and lean-to. While the outside will stay true and sympathetic to its rural location, the plans for inside are unashamedly contemporary. Looking forward to see how this one turns out!

#rural #context #farmstead #sitehistory #vernaculardesign #contemporarydesign #contemporaryinterior #doubleheight #vaultedspace #leanto #glazedgable #ruraldesign #residentialarchitecture #aberdeen #aberdeenshire #scottisharchitecture #design #scottishdesign #aberdeenshirearchitects #rwalkerarchitects #RWA ... See more

❍ SITE STRATEGY ❍

Some conceptual layout sketches for an exciting project in its early stages of design. We’re exploring access, form, density, orientation and shelter while retaining site features to preserve the rural character of the site.

#rural #context #farmhouse #designconcept #conceptsketch #sitesketch #archsketch #siteanalysis #sensitivedesign #vernaculardesign #contemporarydesign #ruraldesign #residentialarchitecture #aberdeen #aberdeenshire #scottisharchitecture #design #scottishdesign #aberdeenshirearchitects #rwalkerarchitects #RWA ... See more

❍ LINKWOOD ❍
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Delighted to receive the photographs for our recently completed new build project near Pitmedden.
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Photo credit: Niall Hastie Photography
Contractor: Cairnrowan Custom Homes
Abodo Wood NorDan UK Scotframe Timber Engineering Limited

#newbuild #pitmedden #viewsformiles #smalldevelopment #rural #vernacular #architecturephotoshoot #lifeofanarchitect #ruralarchitecture #residentialarchitecture #aberdeenshire #scottisharchitecture #design #scottishdesign #aberdeenshirearchitects #rwalkerarchitects #RWA ... See more

❍ COMPOSITION ❍ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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Pressing submit on an application to The Highland Council for a new house in Inverness. The simple form, traditional detailing and limited material choices combine to form a cohesive design that we’re hopeful the planners will appreciate. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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Aurora Planning Limited #newbuild #context #designforcontext #sitelayout #designconcept #planningsupport #auroraplanning #sensitivedesign #urbandesign #naturalstone #siliconerender #timbercladding #residentialarchitecture #inverness #invernessshire #scottisharchitecture #design #scottishdesign #aberdeenshirearchitects #rwalkerarchitects #RWA ... See more

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A couple of behind the camera images from a shoot earlier this week with @rwalkerarchitects at one of their excellent new build properties near Pitmedden.
This included a mixture of daytime and evening photography.
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#nhastiephoto #architecturephotography #architecturalinteriors #architecture #aberdeenshire #rwalkerarchitects #interiorphotographer #interiors #residentialarchitecture #residentialphotography #pitmedden #scottisharchitecture #architecturalphotographer #ukphotographer #manfrottoimaginemore #nikoneurope #tiltshift @ Pitmedden ... See more

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Behind the scenes with Niall Hastie Photography at one of our new build projects near Pitmedden. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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#sneakpreview #behindthescenes #newbuild Cairnrowan Custom Homes Scotframe Timber Engineering Limited NorDan UK #pitmedden #viewsformiles #smalldevelopment #rural #vernacular #architecturephotoshoot #lifeofanarchitect #ruralarchitecture #residentialarchitecture #aberdeenshire #scottisharchitecture #design #scottishdesign #aberdeenshirearchitects #rwalkerarchitects #RWA ... See more

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Site visit this morning for a potential new project. Could be something special with this fantastic view looking out over the North Sea! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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#newbuild #coast #northsea #viewsformiles #vernacular #newclient #lifeofanarchitect #ruralarchitecture #residentialarchitecture #aberdeenshire #scottisharchitecture #design #scottishdesign #aberdeenshirearchitects #rwalkerarchitects #RWA ... See more

~ SITE SCRIBBLES ~ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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#alignment #sitescribbles #vernacular #newbuild #kitchendesign #onsite #islandpendants #lightinglayout #constructionlife #lifeofanarchitect #ruralarchitecture #residentialarchitecture #aberdeenshire #scottisharchitecture #design #scottishdesign #aberdeenshirearchitects #rwalkerarchitects #RWA ... See more

~ DORMER ~ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
The clean and crisp contemporary dormer is now formed on our renovation and extension farmhouse project in Royal Deeside. The dormer will provide natural light to the newly converted loft space and opens up long range countryside views.

#dontforgettheroofladder #timberclad #vernacular #renovation #royaldeeside #onsite #dormerwindow #contemporarydormer #detailing #viewsformiles #constructionlife #homerenovation #scottishrenovation #ruralarchitecture #residentialarchitecture #aberdeenshire #scottisharchitecture #design #scottishdesign #aberdeenshirearchitects #rwalkerarchitects #RWA ... See more

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Cairnrowan Custom Homes Scotframe Timber Engineering Limited Glenalmond Timber Company NorDan UK
#timberclad #vernacular #abodo #timbergrain #abodotimber #viewsformiles #newbuild #scotframekit #ValUTherm #ruralarchitecture #smalldevelopment #residentialarchitecture #aberdeenshire #scottisharchitecture #design #scottishdesign #aberdeenshirearchitects #rwalkerarchitects #RWA ... See more

~ EXHIBITION~ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
Thank you to everyone who came to see us at Echt Show today - we hope you enjoyed seeing our stand / projects and catching us for a chat. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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~ WIN ECHT SHOW TICKETS ~
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Time for a little competition! 🎉

To celebrate exhibiting at Echt Show this weekend we are giving away a family pass for Saturday (2 x adults + 2 x children).
To win simply follow the steps below...

1 ~ Like this post
2 ~ Share this post
3 ~ Like our page @rwalkerarchitects

Winner will be picked at random and announced on Friday 12th July 2019.
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#competition #likeandshare #win #echtshow #echt #aberdeenshire #residentialarchitecture #designlife #lifeofanarchitect #scottisharchitecture #design #scottishdesign #aberdeenshirearchitects #aberdeenarchitects #rwalkerarchitects #RWA ... See more

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Some rewarding feedback from our client who recently received approval for their self-build starting on site in July - looking forward to see it progress on site! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
💭 🗣 #designprocess #testimonial #feedback #appreciation #happyclient #thegrange #concept #planning #buildingwarrant #approval #residentialarchitecture #aberdeenshire #instahome #designlife #lifeofanarchitect #scottisharchitecture #design #scottishdesign #aberdeenshirearchitects #aberdeenarchitects #rwalkerarchitects #RWA ... See more

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Ditching chrome for monochrome - finishing touches being added to this eaves bathroom as part of an extension project in Aberdeen. White sanitaryware | matte black accessories | natural light and a pop of greenery! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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A design option to sensitively combine old and new. The design for these two thee bedroom houses partially retain and incorporate the existing steading walls as part of the new design.
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Planning approval was recently granted for these two houses on the outskirts of Ellon. If you would like to get further information, please get in touch.
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Cairnrowan Custom Homes #context #timberclad #oldvsnew #oldandnew #designconcept #sensitivedesign #steadingdevelopment #farmarchitecture #ruralarchitecture #smalldevelopment #sioo #timber #sioox #residentialarchitecture #aberdeenshire #scottisharchitecture #design #scottishdesign #aberdeenshirearchitects #rwalkerarchitects #RWA ... See more

• HAPPY EASTER •

Spring is in the air- here’s one we did earlier!

Our office is now closed until 25th April.

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Great way to end the week with a visit to our nearly completed new build at Pitmedden. Seeing our designs come to life is the most rewarding part of the job!

#context #timberclad #abodo #ruralarchitecture #smalldevelopment #timber #scotframekit #ValUTherm #residentialarchitecture #aberdeenshire #scottisharchitecture #design #scottishdesign #aberdeenshirearchitects #rwalkerarchitects #RWA ... See more

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A ‘sneak peak’ of a project on the drawing board this week. The design concept reflects the local rural typology with the building forms reminiscent of the former agricultural buldings on the site. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ... See more

~ BACK TO SCHOOL ~
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We are working on a design to bring this abandoned primary school back to life and give it a future use. We’ve got a couple of ideas to repurpose the old serving hatch, what would you do?!
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#formerprimaryschool #canteenhatch #serviceplease #conversionproject #ruralarchitecture #windows #conversion #granite #nooks #vaultedceiling #residentialarchitecture #aberdeenshire #scottisharchitecture #design #scottishdesign #aberdeenshirearchitects #rwalkerarchitects #RWA ... See more

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There are a lot of timber cladding variations - this ‘rainscreen’ option uses consistent spacing between untreated Siberian larch to create a shadow gap. Modern clean lines in a very sunny rural setting! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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~ CONTEXT ~

It was a nice surprise to stumble across ‘monachyle beag’, a hunting lodge by linearchitecture, while out walking. A perfect palette of materials used to compliment the beautiful mountain and loch views!

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Windows were delivered and are being installed on one of our new-build projects this week. The design features a large glazed gable as well as picture windows which frame incredible long range views over the Aberdeenshire countryside. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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We returned to RGU last night to participate in their mentoring programme for another year. The programme is a series of meetings with entry level students who are just starting their architectural studies and want to know a bit more about the profession. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
👨🏻‍🏫👩🏻‍🏫 @ Scott Sutherland School of Architecture and Built Environment ... See more

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We were given access to a unique property this week to begin the process of a refurbishment project - looking forward to sharing more details and pictures throughout. That entrance door and key**!! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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We got an exciting delivery of fresh ‘toast’ this morning from Toasted -
Great samples to let clients see the cladding boards up-close and get a better idea of the different textures | colours and tones associated with charred timber! ... See more

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Merry Christmas from RWA!
The office will close from lunchtime (tomorrow) 21st December 2018 through to 2nd January 2019. Thanks again to everyone for their kindness and support this year - we’re off to eat too many chocolates and watch Elf (again...) ... See more

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December marks our first year in business and we couldn’t be more proud! We are so lucky to have worked on such varied and exciting projects - a massive thank you to all our clients, consultants, contractors, friends and family for their support over the last year. An added bonus to end the year is opening our office in Cluny and welcoming Architect Craig to the team. 2019 is already lining up to be another exciting year and we look forward to what it brings! ... See more

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📍 ROYAL DEESIDE 📍 || Exciting to see the start of construction work on this renovation and extension project - sometimes you have to go back to go forward! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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TRACE PAPER || An afternoon of sketching to get a new project started
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RWA welcomes Craig to the team. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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Craig has a keen interest in contextual design which responds to local, historic and site influences. He enjoys the collaborative working between client, design team and contractor throughout the design / construction process. ... See more

Thank you @aberdeensocietyofarchitects for a great afternoon CPD at The Macallan a truly incredible and inspirational building!

Old meets new with this completed croft refurb and extension in Aberdeenshire