Liberton House is a Category A listed fortified house dating from the late sixteenth century. It served as the home of the Groves-Raines family and the offices of Groves-Raines Architects until their relocation to Lamb’s House in 2010. After a prolonged period of neglect, the building was severely damaged by fire in 1991, leaving the structure gutted and the gardens overgrown.

Since then, careful conservation and repair works have been undertaken to return the house to use as a comfortable modern residence and professional workspace. The restoration involved consolidating the historic fabric, repairing masonry and timber elements, and sensitively adapting internal spaces to accommodate contemporary needs while respecting the building’s architectural significance.

The surrounding gardens have also been thoughtfully revived, featuring a beautifully designed Renaissance-inspired layout that complements the character and history of the house. Liberton House now stands as a successful example of how a historic building can be carefully renewed to support both living and working, while preserving its cultural and architectural heritage.