This contemporary residential development in the Morningside district of Edinburgh showcases the versatility and efficiency of structural steel framing within a premium urban apartment scheme. The steel frame solution was designed to deliver open-plan living spaces, generous glazing and cantilevered balconies while maintaining slender structural members and maximising internal floor area.
Working within a constrained city-centre site, the structural design facilitated an efficient construction programme and provided the flexibility required to achieve the architect’s clean, modern aesthetic. The lightweight steel frame also reduced foundation loads and enable the upper storeys and penthouse level to be constructed with speed and precision.
The completed development combined high-quality masonry, glazed balconies and contemporary metal cladding to create a striking addition to the Morningside streetscape, demonstrating how structural steel can support both architectural ambition and efficient residential construction.
