about us

We mix award winning creativity with a tested process.

We work on all stages of projects; from working out what your next challenge is, to managing the execution of that idea.

We work with national institutions, international brands and local businesses.

We collaborate with and manage an incredible array of specialists in build, print, mount making, copywriting, lighting and furniture.

Our Services

- Strategy and Feasibility
- Funding Bid Support
- Interpretive Planning
- Exhibition Design
- Interior Design
- Graphic Design
- Procurement
- Production and Install Management
- Statutory Applications

Our process always starts with listening; typically clients have a story to tell and we bring the expertise to translate this into an engaging experience.

Our processes and procedures are formalised in the Stuco Plan of Work, a tried and tested exhibitions focused version of the RIBA plan of work. This becomes a benchmark for every stage of a project, ensuring consistency and transparency with the client team.

Our Process

  • From the top - we have the skills to assess what might be missing from a project or if there is a need to fulfil an objective but you are not sure how to do it.

  • Handholding - not every client has been here. We translate goals into briefs, keeping it realistic through budget / time / users / client identity.

  • The Creative Stage - establishing the project identity. Bringing ideas to the table, we marry client needs with creative solutions.

  • On to something - the most concentrated period. Refining the proposal, approximating costs, sourcing buy-in options, graphic templates.

  • The nuts + bolts stage - bringing creative ideas to fruition. Technical detailing of all build elements, artworking graphics. Costs are finalised. T’s crossed, I’s dotted.

  • Time to literally make it happen - coordinating build and graphic production partners to allow for seamless project delivery.

  • The finished result - we hand over to the client ensuring they are happy and all snagging is complete.

We’re a multi-skilled team of specialist designers from the complementary backgrounds of architecture, product design, interior design & community engagement.

Our Team


  • Owner and Director

    Stuart has been designing spaces for 25 years. Experience including in-house design for National Museums Scotland extended Stuart’s breadth of specialisms to interpretation design and the heritage sector.

    His achievements include a D&AD yellow pencil and his drawing of mackerel adorns the RBS polymer £5 note.

    Down to earth and passionate, Stuart is skilled in concept development, strategic thinking, direction, as well as sketch visualisation.


  • Associate Director

    Kim specialises in spatial design, strategic planning and delivery of projects.

    As well as a background in Architecture, Kim has experience working as an exhibition and graphic designer across a range of exhibitions, including projects for the National Library of Scotland, National Trust and most recently the Declaration of Arbroath Visitor Centre for Historic Environment Scotland.


  • Associate Designer

    Katrina joined our team after graduating from Edinburgh Napier University. She has a passion for creating meaningful environments and connecting people to place. With her background in Interior and Spatial design, Katrina is involved in supporting the team to produce technical drawings, concept visuals, client presentations and product selection, as well as various other roles. Intuitive and savy, she's proven to be an invaluable member of the team.

  • Community Engagement

    Laura has 15 years experience of engaging communities in heritage projects and is trained in collecting oral histories and co-production methodologies.

    Laura’s skills lie in partnership building, project management and creating opportunities for inclusive participation with the arts and heritage sector.

    At National Museums Scotland Laura specialised in working with young adults. Her work for mental health charities champions people with lived experience.