Constructed around 1575, this L-plan tower house is a scheduled monument and a Category A listed building of national significance. Having stood in a ruinous state for many years, the structure required extensive consolidation and repair before any adaptive reuse could be considered.

Following a rigorous application and assessment process, Ancient Monuments Consent was granted for its conversion to a private dwelling. The project was undertaken in close collaboration with the Ancient Monuments Division of Historic Scotland, ensuring that all proposals were informed by a careful understanding of the building’s archaeological, architectural and historical value.

The work involved the reinstatement of lost internal features, including stone vaulting, floors, and a new stair, guided by surviving fabric and comparable precedents. Traditional lime-based mortars, hand-worked stone, and appropriate timber detailing were used throughout. Every element of the construction was carried out using materials and techniques compatible with the original structure, with minimal intervention to surviving fabric.

The completed project respects the character and complexity of the original tower house while securing its future use. It stands as an exemplar of how scheduled monuments can be repaired and adapted through thoughtful design and skilled conservation practice.