Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Chartered Architects in Perth
Established in 1960, Harry Taylor is a chartered building surveying and architectural practice based in Perth, Scotland. Our team specialises in restoring listed and historic properties, transforming derelict buildings, and creating bespoke new homes tailored to clients' needs. With decades of combined experience, we offer end-to-end project management from initial assessment to construction completion. Our multidisciplinary approach combines surveying expertise with architectural innovation, ensuring properties are preserved, enhanced, or newly built to exacting standards. We serve private clients and institutions across Scotland, with particular expertise in rural regeneration and heritage conservation. Our directors hold professional accreditations from RICS, RIBA, and CIAT, reflecting our commitment to excellence.Client testimonials highlight our professional, friendly service and ability to balance creative vision with practical execution. Having worked on landmark projects like the Altyre Estate and Inchyra Byre, we maintain a reputation for reliability built through personal recommendations. Our team includes specialists in conservation architecture, architectural technology, and project management, supported by experienced administrative staff. We prioritise transparency, leveraging technical expertise to guide clients through planning processes and construction phases while respecting budgets and heritage values.
Services
Architectural Design
Building Surveys
Historic Conservation
Project Management
Planning Applications
Details
- Year established: 1960
Highlights and features
- We offer over 60 years of combined experience in architectural conservation
- Our end-to-end service covers surveying, design, and project management
- Regulated by Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)
- Team includes RIBA-accredited conservation specialists
- Proven track record with listed building projects
Associations and certifications
- RICS
What people say
Professional service
Expert conservation
End-to-end management
Creative solutions
Budget-conscious
Services
Architectural Design
Creating bespoke architectural solutions for new builds and property extensions. Our team combines modern functionality with heritage sensitivity, producing designs that meet planning requirements while exceeding client expectations. Specialising in rural and historic contexts.
Building Surveys
Comprehensive condition assessments of existing properties, identifying structural issues and providing repair recommendations. Our chartered surveyors deliver detailed reports that form the basis for conservation or renovation projects.
Historic Conservation
Specialist conservation of listed buildings and historic structures. We employ traditional techniques while meeting modern standards, ensuring sensitive restoration that preserves architectural integrity and historical value.
Project Management
End-to-end project coordination from initial concept to construction completion. We manage timelines, budgets, and contractors while maintaining design integrity and regulatory compliance throughout the development process.
Planning Applications
Preparing and submitting planning, listed building, and building warrant applications. Our team navigates regulatory requirements to secure approvals while advocating for clients' design intentions within legal frameworks.
People
Henry Dempsey
Director & Chartered Building Surveyor
MRICS-accredited director with over 50 years' experience in building surveying. Joined as apprentice in 1964, became partner in 1977. Specialises in property condition assessments and conservation solutions.
Robbie McDowall
Director & Chartered Architectural Technologist
MCIAT director specialising in architectural conservation. Joined in 2000 after studies at Napier University. Leads listed building projects and construction drawing production with technical expertise.
Fraser Graham
Chartered Architect
RIBA-accredited architect with Edinburgh University qualifications. Joined in 2024 after working at McLaren Murdoch & Hamilton. Focuses on conservation architecture and heritage projects.
Jennifer Gordon
Junior Architectural Technologist
ACIAT member with first-class honours in Architectural Technology. Joined in 2022 during university placement. Specialises in building conservation and digital documentation of heritage sites.
Margaret McDowall
Office Manager
Over 40 years' service at the company. Manages administrative operations, coordinates staff, and provides client liaison. Handles financial management and project support tasks.
Questions
What architectural services do you specialise in?
We specialise in historic property conservation, new home design, and rural regeneration projects across Scotland.
Are you regulated by professional bodies?
Yes, we are regulated by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS).
How long have you operated in Perth?
We have been based in Perth since our establishment in 1960.
Do you handle listed building projects?
Yes, our team has extensive experience with listed building conservation and adaptation.
Can you manage construction projects from start to finish?
We provide complete project management services, from initial surveys to construction completion.
What areas do you cover?
While based in Perth, we work throughout Scotland on residential and commercial projects.
