Studio SJM Architects has been launched by Sarah Jane Storrie and Marianne Partyka, who collectively have over two decades of experience working on a number of prestigious education and community projects for universities, independent schools, churches, and community groups.

Ms Storrie has held RIAS Conservation Accreditation since 2013 and was awarded RIAS Emerging Architect of the Year in 2016, in recognition of her role as project architect on the Doolan Award winning Saunders Centre for The Glasgow Academy, while at Page \ Park Architects. Ms Partyka has been a member of BIM 4 Heritage since 2016.

Studio SJM is built on the invaluable experience Ms Storrie and Ms Partyka gained at Page\Park Architects and LDN Architects since graduating from Edinburgh College of Art in 2005 and Strathclyde University in 2012 respectively.

Ms Storrie told The Scotsman: “Architecture that makes a positive impact on its surroundings and the lives of the people that use it is at the forefront of every project for us. Our shared passion to create safe and nurturing environments that are inclusive to all is crucial.

“Our work is underpinned by our understanding of heritage and conservation and our holistic approach to architecture and interior design. We design from the inside out and the outside in, to create unique spaces that reflect our clients.”

Ms Partyka added: “While many firms have been forced into scaling back, we believe we are bucking the trend and forging a unique partnership and offering that combines both our skillsets in conservation, education and community.

“We are also witnessing a unique time in the domestic market due to the pandemic, while people have been spending more time at home and realising that their homes are not conducive to the new work and family life that we are all experiencing. We are seeing this as an opportunity to work with domestic clients who are seeking to do something innovative with their home.”