Business Details
22 Years
experience
Your Trusted Architectural Partner in Oban, Scotland
CP Architects, based in Oban on Scotland's West Coast, has dedicated 21 years to delivering innovative design solutions tailored to remote and sensitive environments. Our practice combines deep local knowledge with expertise in residential, community, and retail sectors, prioritizing sustainable design approaches that align with project budgets and timelines. We bring a wide knowledge base and local understanding to each project, ensuring client expectations are met through a commitment to design excellence and service quality. Our team's extensive experience, including over 35 years of leadership from Principal Iain Campbell, supports a participative approach to creating attractive buildings while advocating for sustainable and efficient construction practices. We utilize advanced technologies like AutoCAD and 3D modeling to enhance client certainty over design quality, cost, and environmental performance.Our affiliations with professional bodies such as RIAS and RIBA underscore our dedication to industry standards. We maintain a close-knit team structure to ensure continuity from project inception to completion, supported by an electronic document management system and regular IT upgrades. Our sustainability policy emphasizes energy efficiency, carbon reduction, and local supplier partnerships, reflecting our alignment with client objectives for healthy, naturally lit buildings. As we approach our closure on June 20, 2025, we remain grateful for the loyalty of our clients and the opportunity to contribute to Scotland's architectural landscape.
Services
Architectural Design
Principal Designer Services
Clerk of Works
Carbon Efficient Design
Master Planning
Planning Consultancy
Contract Administration
SAP Ratings
3D Modelling
Design Management
Details
- Year established: 2004
Highlights and features
- We have won multiple awards for architectural excellence in rural Scotland
- Our team offers over 35 years of experience in sensitive community projects
- We specialize in planning consultancy for Scotland's evolving rural regulations
- We provide carbon-efficient design solutions with micro-renewable integration
- Our practice utilizes advanced 3D modeling and digital documentation systems
Associations and certifications
- Royal Incorporation of Architects in Scotland (RIAS)
- Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA)
- Architects Registration Board (ARB)
Services
Architectural Design
We create tailored architectural solutions for domestic, commercial, and cultural applications. Our approach combines practicality with aesthetic considerations, ensuring designs meet both functional requirements and visual appeal. Clients benefit from our deep understanding of Scotland's unique planning landscape and our commitment to integrating sustainable materials and energy-efficient systems.
Principal Designer Services
We provide CDM 2015 compliance services for construction projects. Our role includes advising clients on regulatory requirements, coordinating health and safety aspects, and preparing safety documentation. This service ensures compliance with UK construction regulations while maintaining clear communication between all project stakeholders throughout the building process.
Carbon Efficient Design
Our practice specializes in low-energy building solutions that incorporate renewable technologies. We assess thermal performance and integrate eco-friendly systems to reduce environmental impact. This service helps clients achieve energy-efficient buildings that meet modern sustainability standards while maintaining cost-effectiveness over the building's lifecycle.
Master Planning
We develop integrated strategic plans for visionary development projects. Our approach combines long-term vision with practical implementation strategies, creating cohesive plans that address both immediate needs and future growth. This service ensures spatial coherence and functional efficiency across large-scale or complex development projects.
Clerk of Works
We offer on-site quality control services during construction phases. Our team monitors workmanship quality, tracks project progress, and provides regular reporting to ensure construction aligns with design specifications. This service gives clients confidence that their project is being executed to the highest standards throughout the building process.
People
Iain Angus Campbell
Principal
Chartered architect with over 35 years' experience in Scottish community and residential projects. Leads practice in Oban, maintaining personal client responsibility for all commissions since establishing the firm in 2004.
Iain Hurst
Associate
Architectural professional with 40+ years' experience in construction projects, specializing in condition surveys and technical appraisals of conservation buildings across Scotland's diverse architectural landscape.
Brian Reffin
Architectural Technologist
Technologist with 30+ years' experience in eco-friendly domestic design solutions. Specializes in CAD and 3D modeling, having constructed his own passive house while maintaining active roles in local cycling organizations.
Cameron Sutherland
Architectural Technologist
Recent graduate with first-class honors in Architectural Technology from Edinburgh Napier University. Focuses on sustainable development and 3D modeling techniques since joining the team in 2022.
Dee Hay
Office Manager
Experienced office manager with 35 years in UK office management roles. Oversees all office systems and accounts operations, serving as the primary client contact point for the practice.
Questions
What architectural services do you offer?
We provide architectural design, principal designer services, clerk of works oversight, carbon-efficient design, master planning, and 3D modeling solutions tailored to Scotland's unique environments.
How are your fees structured?
Fees can be calculated on a percentage basis, time charge, or lump sum agreement according to project requirements and client preferences.
Which geographic areas do you serve?
We primarily work across western Scotland including Oban, Isle of Mull, North and South Uist, Jura, and Isle of Lismore.
When will the practice close?
CP Architects will cease operations on 20th June 2025, after 21 years serving Scottish architectural needs since 2004.
How do you approach sustainability?
We integrate carbon-efficient design principles, micro-renewable technologies, and passive house standards while promoting local supply chains and environmentally responsible construction practices.
