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James Ferguson

Questioner · DISC type c
Architect - Director at Staran Architects Ltd
📍 Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom

James Ferguson is a co-founder and Director of the award-winning firm Staran Architects. A RIBA chartered architect with a degree from the University of Dundee, he has over 15 years of experience. He specializes in the operational and contractual side of the business, with a focus on repurposing historic and listed buildings for commercial and residential use.

He is passionate about redefining the use of historic spaces, successfully gaining consent to install solar panels on a Grade A listed church to blend sustainability with preservation.

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Experience
22 Years
Current Role
Architect - Director
Job Level
Senior
Location
Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom
Personality Overview

How James shows up

Cautious & Analytical
Not Easily Convinced
Price-Sensitive

While they don't hesitate to ask questions, they are generally risk-averse and tend to be late adopters. They generally do not appreciate an overfriendly approach and prefer to stay to-the-point. They prefer to fully evaluate every situation.

Priorities

Topics James cares about

Historic Building Repurposing
He is quoted as being "passionate about redefining the use of historic spaces, " evident in projects like the Edinburgh Gin distillery and numerous school-to-residential conversions.
Urban Regeneration
Has been deeply involved in the multi-year New Waverley development in Edinburgh, transforming derelict railway arches into hotels, restaurants, and community hubs.
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Career

Work history

4-2012
Architect - Director
Staran Architects Ltd
1-2009 - 4-2012
Architect - Partner
Ferguson Design Studio
5-2008 - 5-2009
Architect
haa design limited
3-2005 - 5-2008
Architect
Keppie Design
4-2004 - 3-2005
Architectural Assistant
LDN Architects
In the press

Media appearances

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Education
2002 - 2004
BArch(hons)
University of Dundee
1998 - 2001
BSc
University of Dundee
1983 - 1998
Education details unavailable
Daniel Stewarts & Melville College
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Behavioral profile

DISC profile (public)

c

Calculativeness (C)

Calculativeness (C) reflects the degree to which a person is likely to be cautious, systematic and analytical. Those scoring high tend to emphasise quality and accuracy.

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