Aerial view of St Andrew Square in Edinburgh featuring formal lawn, curved paths, urban planting and water feature, all surrounding the central historic Melville Monument.

The rebirth of St Andrew Square into one of the most prestigious and successful visitor destinations in Edinburgh’s UNESCO World Heritage New Town is the result of a carefully designed and executed landscape and architectural upgrade by Gillespies.

Children playing in the water feature at St Andrew Square, with surrounding seating, and interactive green space for public engagement in Edinburgh. Designed by landscape architecture practice Gillespies.

"The vision for St Andrew Square represents a triumph for partnership working in Edinburgh City Centre. Many thanks go to Gillespies and other members of the design team, who's approach to this sensitive commission within Edinburgh's World Heritage Site has been exemplary."

Gordon Reid, Chief Executive, Edinburgh City Centre Management Company

St Andrew Square landscape design with lawn, trees, and café pavilion promoting urban relaxation in Edinburgh city centre.
St Andrew Square with active public realm, formal lawn, seating, pavilion café and accessible pathways designed for urban landscape engagement.
Modern glass café pavilion in St Andrew Square surrounded by lawn, lighting, and contemporary urban landscape design. Landscape and pavilion architecture designed by renowned design firm, Gillespies.
St Andrew Square aerial view with historic Melville Monument, tree planting, curving paths, and civic green space in Edinburgh.

Award

Year

Landscape Institute Awards: Best Landscape Design under 1HA

2011

Scottish Planning Awards — Commendation

2009

Civic Trust Commendation - St Andrew's Square

2009

Landscape Institute Awards: Best Landscape Design under 1ha

2009

Landscape Institutes President’s Award

2009

St Andrew Square in central Edinburgh with formal lawn, seating, and vibrant public space designed for social urban use.

Project details

Title

St Andrew Square

Client

The City of Edinburgh Council and Edinburgh City Centre Management Company

Status

Complete

Project team

Gillespies