Parr Architects appoints associate in Edinburgh

Parr Architects has promoted Alastair Keyte to the position of associate in its Edinburgh office.

Parr Architects has promoted Alastair Keyte to the position of associate in its Edinburgh office, where he will support the two existing directors Hugh Dykes and Mark Fesson.

Mr Keyte has been with the firm for three years and has over 20 years experience as an architect.

Prior to joining Parr Architects, Mr Keyte was self-employed dealing with commissions in the health, commercial, housing and industrial sectors.

Currently he is the Project Architect on the Scottish Agricultural Science Agency's new headquarters building, which has a budget of GBP25m and is set for completion by the end of the year.

Commenting on his appointment, Mr Keyte said: "Coming back into a firm having been self-employed for so many years has been great in terms of the both the support and opportunities Parr has provided".

"I am delighted to be taking on the extra responsibility that the associate role will bring." Director Hugh Dykes added: "Since joining us, Alastair has brought a wealth of experience and professionalism to the firm and we are delighted to see him take on this new position in our Edinburgh office".

Mr Keyte's appointment in Edinburgh is mirrored by the promotion of John McGrath to Associate in Parr Architects' Glasgow office.

Mr Dykes said: "It is wonderful that we have been able to promote such excellent people to help us drive the business forward and cope with the demand that we have seen in recent years".

Parr Architects has offices in Edinburgh, Glasgow, Dundee, Newcastle and Birmingham employing almost 100 staff.

Keyte and McGrath will join the ranks of the firm's four existing associates.

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