Donaldson's College Edinburgh
Set within 18 acres of landscaped grounds, Donaldson's College presents a unique opportunity to create an iconic landmark resort destination in the City of Edinburgh. Working with CALA Homes and Prism Investments, DMA have created a proposal for conversion of the Grade A listed building into a luxury hotel, inclusive of leisure and residential uses.
Central to DMA's proposal is the inclusion of a new contemporary hotel core at the heart of the existing courtyard, enclosed by a glass roof. The 52m2 courtyard space is vast and the central element helps to bring scale and presence much as the British Library rotunda does in the British Museum, London. Featuring a backlit perforated screen veil that acts like a contemporary lantern within the courtyard, the core will house bedrooms and significantly enable circulation and back of house services to facilitate all levels, without the need to alter the historic building fabric.
The redevelopment will include 370 suites, 150 luxury residences, 3000m2 convention space, 1100m2 spa and fitness, along with restaurant and entertainment facilities, including a destination rooftop Scottish restaurant and whiskey bar providing panoramic views across Edinburgh.
