December 2023
O’DonnellBrown team member Rachel Crooks has been awarded the RIAS Rowand Anderson Medal for best 5th year student for her project ‘Quarrying the Ruinscape’.
December 2023
Planning permission has been granted for the refurbishment of the Grade B Listed Pipe Factory in Glasgow. Read more about the project here.
October 2023
A day of site visits were arranged this month providing the opportunity for all team members to visit some of our live projects including Maxwell Road, Gap Homes Stirling, and the recently completed New Olympia House.
August 2023
Planning consent has been granted for the Take A Bow Opportunity Centre in Kilmarnock. The £1.2m retrofit and extension of the existing community facility will significantly reduce the operational carbon of the building and provide changing rooms, an improved entrance and reception area, and new community spaces throughout the building.
June 2023
PLANNING CONSENT
Edinburgh City Council have granted planning consent for the retrofit of a former warehouse building into an Apart-hotel. The project is the first planning consent in the city for our client HubCap.
June 2023
SITE START
Works have commenced on site at our Gap Homes Stirling project for children’s charity Barnardo’s. When complete the project will provide four one bed homes for young care leavers and one two bed home for a care worker.
June 2023
In June our new studio hosted ‘Learning from Elizabeth’ Designing for Wellbeing as part of the Architecture Fringe 2023 programme. The event was chaired by Tamsie Thomson (CEO of the RIAS) and presentations were given by Studio Directors Jennifer O’Donnell and Michael Dougall alongside Darren Wilson of White Arkitekter and Dr Valentina Bold from The Crichton Trust.
April 2023
WE HAVE MOVED.
We have moved from our studio at The Greenhouse to The Grainstore in the Tradeston area of Glasgow city centre. New contact details can found on the Studio page.
March 2023
New Project: O’DonnellBrown have been selected to work on the redevelopment of the grade B listed Pipe Factory in the heart of Glasgow’s Barras market. The former factory of clay smoking pipes will be refurbished to provide a creative home and hub for young people from marginalised communities; the local community of Calton and the Barras; and early career artists, architects and designers.
Further information on the building can be found here.
February 2023
O’DonnellBrown Architects with White Arkitekter and Ekkist selected as winners of The Crichton Project. When built, the new £15 million building will transform cultural provision in Dumfries and Galloway, while complementing the extraordinary range of facilities and organisations at The Crichton. Read more here.
December 2022
Planning approval has been granted by Glasgow City Council for our Maxwell Park Pavilion project. Working closely with local charities Friends of Maxwell Parkand the Pollokshields Burgh Hall Trust we designed a much needed multi-use community space regenerating an empty council depot area in our local neighbourhood park in Glasgow.
November 2022
We were delighted to be presented with two design awards at the Glasgow Institute of Architects Design Awards this year. Our project for Sprigg won in the Small Works category and also was awarded the 2022 Wood for Good Award.
November 2022
Sam Brown and Ross Cameron were invited to present at Oasis Farm in London as part of Museum of Architeture’s Community - Led Conference. Sam and Ross were joined by our client Angie McCallum, Chair of the Millport Town Hall Charity, to present our ongoing refurbishment and extension project at Millport Town Hall.
October 2022
On 26th October O’DonnellBrown were pleased to host visitors from France representing the Association, Maitre d’Ouvrages (architects, developers, and public clients). The event discussed the topic of Regeneration and Retrofit in a Glasgow context with presentations from Glasgow City Council, Clyde Gateway, and the Glasgow Building Preservation Trust.
October 2022
We are delighted to have been shortlisted for The Crichton Project - a new cultural building in Dumfries and Galloway. This significant new space will contain exhibition and archive facilities - enhancing people’s understanding of the Crichton’s 180 year heritage and innovation in mental health care. Full story here.
September 2022
Planning approval has been granted by Glasgow City Council for our Gap Homes North Glasgow project on behalf of Barnardo’s Scotland. The development will provide four purpose built homes for care experienced young people.
September 2022
Millport Town Hall Charity have secured funding to enable development of phase 2 of their project. The remaining basement area will be retro-fitted to create a heritage centre, a green room, an office, and a men’s shed.
August 2022
O’DonnellBrown are pleased to be working with a team led by Land Use Consultants to deliver Tourism Infrastructure Improvements for Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park.
August 2022
Studio co-founder and Director Jennifer O’Donnell has been shortlisted as a finalist in the Glasgow Business Awards.
June 2022
Construction has started at New Olympia House, Bridgeton for Clyde Gateway. The Architects Journal have covered the story which can be read here.
April 2022
Studio co-founder and Director Jennifer O’Donnell writes about the recently completed restoration of The Burrell Collection. Read the full article here.
March 2022
Studio co-founder and Director Jennifer O’Donnell reflects on our 2020 Architects Pitch success in conversation with Archiboo.
November 2021
Studio Director Jennifer joined a panel of industry experts at a roundtable hosted by Architecture Today during COP26. The roundtable was held at the COP26 House designed by Peter Smith of Roderick James Architects.
November 2021
The Rainbow Pavilion has been published by online architectural journal Divisare.
November 2021
The Rainbow Pavilion in Strathclyde Park was officially opened on 4th November. In attendance were pupils from New Monklands Primary School and artist Kate V Robertson.
October 2021
We are Hiring!
O’Donnell Brown are looking for a recently qualified architect or experienced Part 2 with Revit experience to join our team in our Pollokshields studio.
We are an award winning, design led practice with high aspirations, and we are looking for people who feel they would be able to contribute to our practices growth, working on a range of exciting projects.
We are keen to hear from people from all backgrounds including under represented groups.
Key requirements:
• Talented designer
• CAD proficiency, 3D modelling skills and Adobe Creative Suite experience
• Experience delivering projects in Revit
• Demonstrate experience of, and contribution to, work packages produced during RIBA work stages 3 and 4
• Experience working on residential projects preferable
Personal attributes:
• Self-motivated, driven and proactive
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• Ability to work well in a team and confidently as an individual
Salary commensurate with experience.
To apply for this position please email your CV, with examples of your work, to info@odonnellbrown.com
The deadline for applications is Wednesday 3rd November (midnight), with interviews, likely online, taking place from Monday 8th November.
September 2021
Studio Associate Michael Dougall has been invited to present the Gap Homes projects alongside our client Barnardo’s at the 2021 RIAS Convention.
July 2021
Planning approval has been granted by Renfrewshire Council for our development of 49 new homes off Neilston Road, Paisley for Ediston Homes.
June 2021
New Project. We are pleased to have been selected to progress a Feasibility Study for the Take A Bow Opportunity Centre in Kilmarnock.
April 2021
Delighted to announce that practice co-founder Jennifer O’Donnell has joined the Design Council’s new network of experts. The studio’s mission will be echoed in Jennifer’s work as a Design Council Expert – to make life better by design.
Over the coming months, the new network of experts will join the Design Council’s design associates to form a dynamic and diverse community of practice which will share ideas, insights and develop exciting opportunities to collaborate.
March 2021
Our proposals for ‘Home/Work - A New Future’ have made the shortlist for the 2021 Davidson Prize. In collaboration with Dress for The Weather, Will Knight, and WSP our idea proposes annexes to the home which provide space to let off steam and gain new perspectives over a cup of tea. See the full shortlist here.
March 2021
We are Hiring!
O’Donnell Brown are looking for an experienced Part 2 to join our team in our Pollokshields studio.
We are an award winning, design led practice with high aspirations, and we are looking for people who feel they would be able to contribute to our practices growth, working on a range of exciting projects.
Key requirements:
• Talented designer
• CAD proficiency, 3D modelling skills and Adobe Creative Suite experience. Revit proficiency advantageous
• Demonstrate experience of, and contribution to, work packages produced during RIBA work stages 3 and 4
Personal attributes:
• Self-motivated, driven and proactive
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• Ability to work well in a team and confidently as an individual
Salary commensurate with experience.
To apply for this position please email your CV, with examples of your work, to info@odonnellbrown.com
The deadline for applications is Tuesday 23rd March (midnight), with interviews, likely online, taking place from Monday 29th March.
December 2020
The team at O’DonnellBrown team are honoured to have been included in the Architects’ Journal 40 under 40. The full list can be viewed here https://www.architectsjournal.co.uk/news/40-under-40
November 2020
Planning approval has been granted for our mews development in Glasgow’s West End.
November 2020
Great to see Ross’s drawings featured in the Architects’ Journal Sketchbook Series. Ross’s drawings were completed around Glasgow during lockdown and are focused on the work of Alexander ‘Greek’ Thomson.
September 2020
We won! O’DonnellBrown were selected from seven finalists as the winner of the latest Archiboo pitch. We really enjoyed presenting our ideas for ‘life enhancing housing’ and look forward to pursuing these ideas further with Hub Residential and Whitehat.
August 2020
We are one of seven finalists to pitch ideas for ‘life enhancing’ housing to HUB Residential, WhiteHat, and Archiboo. We are looking forward to sharing the stage with some strong competition next month.
July 2020
Studio Associate, Michael Dougall, has contributed to the Summer edition of the RIAS Quarterly commenting on the challenges and opportunities in providing appropriate housing solutions for young people leaving care. The full article can be viewed here.
July 2020
Our proposals for Millport Town Hall on the Isle of Cumbrae has been included as an Architects Journal RetroFirst Story. A series which celebrates the projects that save buildings from ruin or demolition. You can read the full article here.
July 2020
We are pleased to be working in collaboration with Spaceoasis Ltd to bring the Community Classroom to the market. The CC20 Community Classroom was featured in the latest edition of the Planning Learning Spaces publication and is available to order from Spaceoasis Ltd. For more information follow the link below;
https://www.spaceoasis.com/blog-posts/2020/06/cc20-community-classroom/
June 2020
Studio Director, Jennifer O’Donnell, discusses our self initiated proposals for Nithsdale Road, Pollokshields in response to the challenges being faced by local businesses during the Covid 19 Pandemic.
Full article here: https://www.architecturetoday.co.uk/self-starter/
May 2020
We were delighted to receive the news that O’DonnellBrown will be featured in the 4th edition of the Architecture Foundations New Architects Series. It is a real honour to be included alongside many of the practices that we admire.
April 2020
Studio Director, Jennifer O’Donnell, has been interviewed for the April edition of Architecture Magazine. Jennifer discusses our recently completed education projects and the architects role in creating positive learning environments.
March 2020
Our Community Classroom project has been featured on Designboom.
The article can be viewed in full by following the link below.
https://www.designboom.com/architecture/odonnellbrown-outdoor-community-classroom-glasgow-03-28-2020/
February 2020
Congratulations to ODB’s Michael Dougall who was presented with a Hidden Hero Award at the recent Architects Benevolent Society Ambassadors meet up in Brixton. Tom Shore, ABS Supporter Relations Officer, presented the award in recognition of Michael’s continuing support and fundraising efforts for the ABS.
January 2020
We are Hiring!
O’Donnell Brown are looking for a Part 1 or Part 2 to join our team in our Pollokshields studio.
We are an award winning, design led practice with high aspirations, and we are looking for people who feel they would be able to contribute to our practices growth, working on a range of exciting projects.
Key requirements:
• Talented designer
• CAD proficiency, 3D modelling skills and Adobe Creative Suite experience. Revit proficiency advantageous
Personal attributes:
• Self-motivated, driven and proactive
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• Ability to work well in a team and confidently as an individual
Salary commensurate with experience.
To apply for this position please email your CV, with examples of your work, to info@odonnellbrown.com
The deadline for applications is Sunday 2nd February (midnight), with interviews taking place from week commencing Monday 03rd February.
January 2020
Our Community Classroom project has been featured on the Architects Journal website.
The article can be viewed in full by following the link below;
https://www.architectsjournal.co.uk/buildings/odonnellbrown-designs-community-classroom-prototype/10045759.article
December 2019
As the 2019 draws to a close we have been reflecting on a truly brilliant and inspiring few days in Amsterdam with the Architectural Review as one of the Emerging Architecture finalists. It was a privilege to meet the other 15 finalists and learn about their work which provided encouraging provocations for the future.
November 2019
Our Swanlea Sixth Form and Seven Mills Primary projects both feature in the Architectural Review. The article is available via their website now.
November 2019
We had a great time at the opening of the Royal Scottish Academy’s Annual Exhibition where we were delighted to have our Millport Town Hall Model and Community Classroom Visualization selected for inclusion. A wonderful selection of work on show from artists, designers and architects across Scotland. If you are in Edinburgh the exhibition runs until the 11th December at The Royal Scottish Academy.
October 2019
We are thrilled to announce that we have been Shortlisted as the only UK practice for the Architectural Review Emerging Architecture Awards among an international lineup! We are greatly looking forward to meeting the other finalists when we present later in the year in Amsterdam as part of the World Architecture Festival.
October 2019
Is Placemaking becoming the new buzz word in Planning? Michael was giving his thoughts on the subject today in a lunchtime presentation to BTO Solicitors LLP, and specifically how O’Donnell Brown are applying Glasgow City Council’s SG1 policy ‘The Placemaking Principle’ to our ongoing projects.
News
October 2019
We are excited to be welcoming two students from the University of Strathclyde to the office who will be working with us over the coming months as part of the Experience of Practice Scheme. As part of the scheme they will gain valuable experience in practice during their architectural education, something we see as a fantastic opportunity for both student and practice and central to our ethos and continued involvement in architectural teaching and education.
October 2019
Great to see former collaborators Chris Upson of OGU Architects and Donald McCrory be healthily recognised in the latest RIBA journal for their Belfast Built:East Pavilion – cover photo too!
October 2019
Delighted for O’Donnell Brown’s Charles Dunn with yet another well deserved award – Architecture & Design Scotland and RIAS award for best 3rd year in Scotland! The award was presented at the annual RIAS conference in Edinburgh.
September 2019
A huge thank you to everyone who came by our garden studio for doors open day. We welcomed well over 100 people throughout the day and loved discussing our current work and our newly built Community Classroom.
September 2019
This week we welcomed young people from Barnardo’s Works to get involved with the Community Classroom. They spent the day assisting with the build, learning about design processes and construction techniques. A greatly inspiring day - thanks to all those involved.
September 2019
Massive Congratulations to Michael who returns to the office today after leading a charity ride from Glasgow to London. Between them, Archi-Velo have raised over £10,000. A huge well done to all involved, a massive achievement for a greatly worthwhile cause.
March 2019
We are very pleased to receive planning consent for our Maxwell Road / Foundry housing scheme. A huge effort by all involved and very excited to see the scheme progress.
We are Hiring!
O’DonnellBrown are looking for an experienced Architect, with a minimum of five years post Part 3 experience, to join our growing team in our leafy garden studio.
The role would initially involve supporting and coordinating the delivery of a large-scale residential project in Glasgow’s south side. You would be working collaboratively, as part of a highly motivated team, to design and deliver quality buildings.
We are an award winning, design led practice with high aspirations, and we are looking for people who feel they would be able to help us shape the future of the practice going forward.
Key requirements
• Five years post-Part 3 experience (minimum)
• Significant job running experience, ideally on major residential projects, from inception through to completion
• Talented designer with excellent detailing ability
• Experience to offer technical and design-led mentorship to less experienced members of the team
• CAD proficiency, 3D modelling skills and Adobe Creative Suite experience advantageous
Personal attributes
• Confidence and experience to be client and contractor facing
• Self-motivated, driven and proactive
• Exceptional organisational and communication skill
• Ability to work well in a team and confidently as an individual
Salary commensurate with experience.
To apply for this position please email your CV, with examples of your work, to info@odonnellbrown.com
The deadline for applications is Friday 22nd February (midnight), with interviews taking place from week commencing Monday 25th February.
November 2018
Very pleased with our commendation achieved for James Watt Place. Huge thanks to our client and all involved in the scheme.
June 2018
Excited to see work progress at our James Watt Place project.
September 2016
Delighted to announce that our Swanlea scheme designed for London Borough of Tower Hamlets won the Architect’s Journal Retrofit for Education Award. Hugely thrilled, particularly considering the competition!
November 2015
Thrilled to see our Swanlea Project Published on Architect’s Journal Website.