Our Approach
Gray Macpherson Architects is a practice that aims to combine excellent modern architecture with traditional skills. We try to produce interesting solutions that inspire through the use of light, space and the quality of construction.
It is important to us that our buildings sit comfortably in their surroundings and that they are practical solutions to our client's requirements. We believe in the use of sustainable design, the conservation of energy and renewable technologies.
We have successful experience with both historic buildings and new build projects, throughout the whole of Scotland.
We are a small company where each project is being led by at least one of the partners. This creates a dynamic and direct relation with our clients for whom we strive to achieve excellence in all of our projects.
People
Michael Gray (Director)
BA Hons DipArch
RIBA RIAS ARB
Michael graduated from Edinburgh College of Art in 1987 with a Bachelor in Architecture Honours degree and a Diploma in Architecture. Over the years he worked with Irvine Development Corporation, Andrew Merrylees Associates and Roland Wedgwood Associates and The Michael Laird Partnership.
In 1993 Michael set up his own practice, Michael Gray Architects. Annie Macpherson joined the practice in 2006. The practice became Gray Macpherson Architects in 2013.
Michael has successfully completed a range of projects. Most recently he and Annie worked together on The Borders Distillery in Hawick which won awards in the Borders Design awards, AJ Architecture Awards and the 2019 Civic Trust Awards. Michael also designed the House of Menzies in Aberfeldy, a small visitors centre, shop, café and gallery which received an APRS award.
Michael is a Conservation Accredited Architect and has experience in the fabric repair of traditional buildings. Work completed includes restoration of a grade A listed Church funded by Historic Scotland and the National Lottery and several restoration projects to private residential houses.
Annie Macpherson (Director)
MA Hons DipArch
RIBA RIAS ARB
Annie graduated from Edinburgh University in 1990 with an MA honours and a Diploma in Architecture. She is an ARB registered architect and a member of both the RIBA and RIAS. She has worked in London, Italy, Singapore and Hong Kong settling back in Scotland in 2004. Experiences range from surveying and documenting a Tuscan village for restoration to designing, implementing and administering as team leader, multi million pound office and residential developments in both Hong Kong and Singapore.
Annie and Mich formed Gray Macpherson Architects LLP in 2013 after working together at Michael Gray Architects since 2006. Annie and Mich have recently completed the award winning Borders Distillery in Hawick. Annie was also lead architect for the Hopetoun Estate Offices in West Lothian, a conversion of an important Grade A listed building. She has also completed many other projects throughout Scotland.
Annie is a Conservation Accredited Architect with the RIAS.
Alexandre Ronse (Associate Architect) BArch MArch ARB
Alexandre graduated from The University of Edinburgh in 2020 with a Master of Architecture and is currently working as an Associate Architect with Gray Macpherson Architects. As part of his Part 1 professional experience, he worked at Dugardyn Architects in Belgium, where he gained valuable expertise working on a series of conservation projects as well as contemporary interventions in and around Bruges.
Alexandre has a particular interest in contemporary architecture technical detailing, and is physically engaged in the craft and iterative process of designing and making buildings. At GMA, he has been involved in a series of intricate residential projects as well as well as part of the team working on re-adapting a historic farmstead into a whisky-distillery.
Outside of the office, Alexandre is a regular squash player at club level. He also enjoys Munro-bagging with his Jack-Russell as well as speaking multiple languages and experiencing different cultures through travelling.
Marty Schroder (Part 2 Architectural Assistant) MArch
Marty graduated from The University of Edinburgh in 2022 with a Master of Architecture and is currently working as a Part 2 Architectural Assistant with Gray Macpherson Architects. As part of his Part 1 qualifications, he worked at Ayre Chamberlain Gaunt Architects in Hampshire, where he gained valuable experience working on a series of large residential and commercial projects around London.
He enjoys a hands-on approach to architecture, with a particular interest in craft solutions to building re-use, alongside contemporary applications of materials and architectural tectonics.
Marty is often travelling to experience different cultures in and out of the UK. He is a keen cyclist and foodie.
Alice Loudon (Architect) BSc Hons MArch RIAS ARB
Alice graduated from The University of Edinburgh with a Master of Architecture, having completed her Part 1 degree at The University of Bath. Before starting at GMA, Alice had brief careers in Investment Management and Property, whilst running a small furniture business.
She enjoys viewing architectural design as a holistic challenge; working closely with clients to create spaces which feel comfortable and inspire their inhabitants to think differently, using simple design principles with light and natural materials.
Alice is a keen adventurer and spends her free time doing triathlons or being in the mountains with her dog.
Stephanie Lugg (Office Manager)
After a career in law, consulting, and banking, Stephanie joined GMA as Office Manager part-time in June 2021. On her ‘off’ days, she enjoys writing and riding and walking the hills near her Borders home.
