The project
I collaborated with heritage specialist Lyndsey Clark on a storytelling project for Prestonpans in Scotland. This work was part of a wider project to revitalise Prestonpans’ Civic Square – the principal public space in this coastal town. The project won a Scottish Design Award.
I edited and proofread two large interpretive panels for the Civic Square. This information told the story of the town’s built heritage, natural landscape, and cultural history.
The content needed to be clear, accurate, and engaging for residents and visitors. The information on Prestonpans’ war memorial required particular sensitivity to provide a fitting tribute to those who lost their lives in the two world wars.
The outcome
The project’s first phase opened in late 2022, with involvement from East Lothian Council, Prestonpans Community Council, Rankinfraser, Artibrand, my client Lyndsey Clark, and other partners.
Following this successful collaboration, Lyndsey has since asked me to help with several other projects, including editing work on a heritage walking trail leaflet, interpretation panels for Preston Tower and Gardens, and a major website refresh for the Association for Heritage Interpretation.
Project success: Scottish Design Award winner
The Civic Square project won a Scottish Design Award in 2023. What’s more, the Preston Tower project was a Regional Finalist in the AABC Conservation Awards 2025, reflecting its contribution to historic building conservation, including its accessibility and civic impact.
Sample copy from the Preston Tower project
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