After gracing the Edinburgh skyline on Calton Hill for more than two centuries, work has begun on the 32-metre-high Nelson Monument to restore it to its former glory and reopen to the public. The monument has been closed to visitors but is undergoing essential works, including the restoration of the
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Glencairn Properties has secured planning permission for a new purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA) development in Edinburgh. A shop and car showroom located at 185-187 Dundee Street and 4/5 Dundee Terrace will now be demolished and replaced with a six-storey block containing 206 beds, providi
Will Rudd has paid tribute to director Craig Milne who has retired after more than 40 years working in the engineering and construction sector. Craig joined Will Rudd in 2009 and became director in the firm’s Edinburgh office in 2011. Since then, he has overseen the work of the technical team,
Restoring existing buildings conserves our history but reduces carbon footprints, argues MJ O'Shaughnessy, managing director for conservation engineer Will Rudd Glasgow & Ireland. With our city landscapes continually evolving, the eye is naturally drawn to the plethora of exciting new devel
MJ O'Shaughnessy, managing director at Will Rudd Glasgow & Ireland, explores the role cities can play in the green transition. In the dynamic world of urban development, the pursuit of sustainability stands as a cornerstone for progress. As cities across Scotland juggle the complex balance of gr
Consulting civil, structural and conservation engineering practice Will Rudd has appointed senior team members in Glasgow. Through internal promotions, Gerard Carson and Andrew Yule become associates after several years working for Will Rudd.
Plans have been submitted for a purpose-built student accommodation project at a prominent triangular site in Edinburgh.
Richard Campbell, the new chair of the Institution of Structural Engineers Scotland, highlights how structural engineering is assisting efforts to tackle the climate crisis. Due to the combined understanding of the art and science of structural engineering, there have been many significant contribut
A site at the corner of Hanover Street and Princes Street in Edinburgh is potentially set for a new lease of life following the submission of a planning application for a mixed-use development.
Consulting civil, structural and conservation engineering practice Will Rudd Davidson has today announced the appointment of two new directors in its Edinburgh practice through the internal promotions of Alan Lamb and Even Sørgjerd. Both Alan and Even bring a great deal of in-depth knowledge
The site of former public conveniences in the Morningside area of Edinburgh has been transformed into a new five-storey residential building. The development by Rennick Property regenerates the site and provides rarely offered new housing in the area.
The first Passivhaus primary school project in Scotland to be constructed from cross-laminated timber (CLT) has opened its doors in Edinburgh.
The historic building home to the Faculty of Advocates in Edinburgh is to be transformed into an aparthotel. GIVB Ltd, a joint venture between Sundial Properties Ltd and aparthotel operator Destiny Scotland Ltd, has had its application to convert 17 George IV Bridge into a nine-unit a
In the week that we celebrate Women in Engineering, Gillian Ogilvie, MD at Will Rudd Edinburgh, looks at the many hats the women at the structural engineering practice are wearing. I know the stereotypes that are often attached to engineers. Everything from being a boffin (some of us are) to being c
Pupils in Gourock celebrated the official opening of their new-look school following a £3.5 million extension.