3DReid

3DReid is an architectural, interior, and masterplanning design practice with a history rooted in the merger of two established firms. The company was formed in the summer of 2007 through the combination of REID architecture and 3D Architects. REID architecture was founded in 1979, operating from offices in Birmingham, Glasgow, and London, and was known for its research-focused "Knowledge Design" approach across various sectors including airport, office, retail, residential, leisure, industrial, distribution, and urban design. 3D Architects, established in 1989, was an Architects Journal Top 100 practice with over 180 staff across Glasgow, Edinburgh, Manchester, and London offices. This firm engaged in private and public sector projects spanning office, retail, residential, hospitality, industrial, distribution, health, and education. The merger aimed to tackle larger and more complex projects, creating a combined practice with a workforce exceeding 200 people across its UK offices.

The firm operates with a team of over 100 individuals from 14 countries, working across five UK cities: London, Birmingham, Manchester, Edinburgh, and Glasgow. 3DReid positions itself as a leader in collaborative architecture and design, recognized for its innovation and functionality. The company's approach is centered on interrogative research and development, with a focus on adaptive re-use and flexible design. It aims to create spaces that are both functional and aesthetically pleasing, leaving a positive impact on occupants, future generations, and the environment. The practice offers a full spectrum of architectural services, from early-stage feasibility and concept development to full planning applications, technical design, and construction delivery.

3DReid's expertise extends across a diverse range of sectors, including airports, retail, office, industrial, distribution, residential, hospitality, health, education, urban design, and sports & culture. The firm also possesses capabilities in interior design, conservation, masterplanning, sustainability, and partnerships. The company is recognized for its commitment to sustainability, actively incorporating environmentally friendly practices into its projects to reduce carbon footprints and promote energy efficiency. This commitment is reflected in designs that aim to meet and exceed industry standards, such as BREEAM Outstanding rated projects. Rosebery House, a workplace project, was named a finalist in the 2026 Scottish Design Awards, highlighting the firm's recognized design quality.

Within its broad portfolio, 3DReid has significant experience in the Purpose-Built Student Accommodation (PBSA) sector, spanning over 20 years. The firm has designed and delivered student residential projects across the UK, collaborating with both universities and developers. These projects range from boutique studio developments, such as Elliott House in Edinburgh, to large PBSA-anchored mixed-use developments like the 900-bed Trinity Square project in Gateshead. The company's interior design team also contributes to PBSA projects, undertaking small-scale refurbishments and developing full brand and interior concepts for new build schemes. Examples of their work include the 76-bed PBSA development at 65 London Road in Edinburgh, which features self-contained studios and shared communal rooms, and The Mill House, a 258-bed student residence in central Edinburgh. The Combworks Student Residence in Aberdeen, a 121-studio room development, also showcases their interior design capabilities, providing various zones for relaxation and study, along with private bathrooms and kitchens in each bedroom. The firm aims to deliver efficient, flexible, and durable buildings that enhance the student experience, creating robust and inspirational residences with communal spaces designed to be the heart of these new learning communities.

The company fosters a culture of continuous learning and collaboration, investing in the accumulation of knowledge, research, and expertise across all sectors. 3DReid employs a rigorous and pragmatic approach to design, which helps ensure projects are delivered efficiently. The firm's leadership includes regional Managing Directors such as David Llewelyn, Nab Speakes, and Graham Hickson-Smith, with other key roles including a Head of Sustainability and a Head of Concept in London. The practice emphasizes mutual care, respect, and collaboration, with a diverse international team.