AMA Studio
AMA Studio is a design-led architectural practice based
in Edinburgh.
AMA Studio became an Employee-Owned Trust in April 2020 as an evolution of the award-winning practice Allan Murray Architects, founded in 1996. Our Approach
We aspire to deliver uplifting buildings and create public spaces that offer a rich, rewarding, and enjoyable experience for all - making a difference for everyone. Our passionate and skilled design team demonstrate integrity and quality in all our work, seeking an understanding of the project from inception, striving to deliver great architecture that benefits the wider community. Many of our most rewarding projects arise from a variety of sectors - we welcome challenging and ambitious projects of any scale - providing design expertise from early concept stage through to project delivery and completion. AMA Studio’s creative design approach responds to our client’s aspirations - we listen, understand, and cultivate a project vision aligned to the client’s needs, working together to develop the most appropriate solution. We
enjoy this process, taking a fresh approach to create quality architecture that is integrated with our parallel skills in Urban Design and Landscape Architecture. We always consider the wider site context, using an innovative and imaginative design methodology that aims to capture new public spaces and create buildings with a sense of belonging that leave a positive impression on the wider community. Our projects will have a long-lasting impact on the surrounding environment, and we have always taken this responsibility seriously. Sustainability
We endeavour to design buildings and spaces that are accountable in the long-term: minimising energy use, reducing carbon emissions and making better use of the world’s precious resources. Our buildings incorporate intelligent environmental control and utilise sustainably sourced materials and construction methods where possible as a fundamental part of the design.
09/06/2026
www.ama-ltd.co.uk/news/2026/6/8/welcome-to-the-team-kevin
Welcome to the team Kevin – AMA Studio We are pleased to welcome our newest team member Kevin Grubb who recently joined us as an Architectural Designer with over 35 years of experience delivering high profile projects.
25/05/2026
A massive well done to Hannah and Matthew who both ran the EMF Half Marathon in Edinburgh yesterday. The heat couldn't stop them!
13/03/2026
Congratulations Hannah!
Congratulations to all graduates who have passed their 2026 APEAS Part III exams this month, especially to our own Hannah Drummond, who can now practice as a qualified Architect. All of your hard work has paid off.
29/01/2026
Burnet Point, Abbey Lane, Edinburgh
The recently completed mixed use development for , constructed by , was initially designed by AMA and CDA and subsequently delivered by AMA & HCD.
The whole site encompasses 298 student bedrooms and 66 Build to Rent apartments including 20% affordable housing provision.
The materiality sees a combination of traditional buff brick with integrated recesses of grey aluminium sheeting.
The energy design utilises photovoltaic panels and a portion of air source heat pumps on a green roof system.
Roof terrace amenity spaces capitalise on adjacent views of Arthur's Seat and across the city to the West.
Welcoming external spaces and central courtyard add to the communal spirit of this mixed use development.
23/12/2025
Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year from all at AMA Studio!
Here's to an exciting 2026!
07/11/2025
Design Studies
We had some fun in the studio this week workshopping some initial design studies for a small Museum project in Perthshire.
28/10/2025
AGM & Social
Last week we had our Annual General Meeting followed by a lovely evening of drinks and chatter. Ready for the next year ahead!
16/10/2025
St James Quarter - Pret A Manger Opening
It is great to see Pret opening at the in Edinburgh. They have transformed the northern end of the galleria, and the window seats overlooking Multress Walk are much sought after.
AMA is well known for the design and masterplanning of the Quarter, which we started working on more than 20 years ago. Having worked with the client, Nuveen Real Estate, during construction, we now work alongside the SJQ management team as Retail Delivery Managers, helping the tenants and their design teams deliver great fit-outs like this (with many others coming soon).
The first fit-out we managed was in 2023, converting this very unit from Peloton to a temporary let for Scamp and Dude. It's great to see how Dundee-based Roan Joinery has transformed it into a bright and warm space for a long lunch or quick sandwich on the go.
03/10/2025
An article referencing our recently completed residential project with Unite Students and Graham Construction in the Abbeyhill area of Edinburgh.
New development combines student accommodation and other housing A large new student housing development has been completed close to the centre of Edinburgh.
02/10/2025
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GF Gordon Lamb House, 3 Jackson’s Entry
Edinburgh
EH88PJ
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| Monday | 9am - 5:30pm |
| Tuesday | 9am - 5:30pm |
| Wednesday | 9am - 5:30pm |
| Thursday | 9am - 5:30pm |
| Friday | 9am - 5:30pm |
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