Founded by Fiona McLean, McLean Quinlan has built a reputation for the design of exquisite bespoke buildings, both in the UK and abroad. Good client relationships are central to both the philosophy and success of the practice. Much of their work is gained by word of mouth and the patronage of a number of valued clients. They take a holistic approach to each project and, with sustainability always in mind, consider the building,landscape, function and interior design and employ careful use of scale, proportion and detail to create houses that delight. McLean Quinlan is a RIBA Chartered Practice. Fiona McLean Born in Scotland and brought up in London, Fiona trained as an architect at Edinburgh University and has had her own practice since qualifying. A member of both the Royal Institute of British Architects and the Chartered Society of Designers, she started McLean Quinlan more than 20 years ago. The practice was shortlisted for the 2010 Architect of the Year Awards.