practice

The practice was established in 2001 by Garry Adam, and in 2024 Grace Wood became a director in the firm and we rebranded to Adam & Gordon Architects. Throughout the years we have built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality work across both the domestic and commercial sectors.

Underpinning our work is a belief in architecture’s capacity to positively transform people’s lives and contribute sensitively to the built and natural environments. We are committed to the craft of sustainable construction and the research of new technologies in pursuit of making buildings that fulfil clients’ expectations, that are economically viable, efficiently procured and environmentally responsible. We also have significant experience of self-build and property development.

Our practice specialises in sustainable and low energy architecture and Garry has personal experience of Passivhaus Design having passed the Certified European Passive Home Designer course in 2011, then in 2012 he completed his own Passive Home at Kirkton of Craig.

people

Garry Adam

Director / Chartered Architect
ARB | RIAS | Dip Arch | M.A (Hons)

Garry@adamandgordonarchitects.co.uk

Garry graduated from the University of Edinburgh in 1989 and has over 30 years of experience working on a wide range of projects. He previously worked at practices in London & Hong Kong before establishing his own practice in 2001. Garry is interested in sustainability, emphasising low energy use and local materials. In 2011 he gained accreditation as a Certified European Passive House Designer from the University of Strathclyde.

Evan McColl

Registered Architect
ARB | MArch | B.A

Evan@adamandgordonarchitects.co.uk

Evan graduated from the University of Dundee with a First Class Honours Master of Architecture degree. His final year thesis investigated zero carbon and zero waste housing, focusing strongly on energy performance and sustainability. He has been part of the AGA team throughout his time in University, becoming full-time with us in 2022 while working towards his Part 3 qualification. In 2025, Evan passed his professional exam and became a registered architect.

Doreen Adam

Office Administrator

Admin@adamandgordonarchitects.co.uk

Doreen trained as a Registered General Nurse in Edinburgh and following that pursued a career in Clinical Research.  With the organisational, computer and communication skills gained Doreen has joined the team as our administrator.  Doreen has an active interest in low carbon and sustainable living.

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