The Practice
Founded in 1910 by Donald Matheson, and later joined by Ùisdean Matheson, Ian Mackenzie, and Hugh Ross, the practice has evolved across decades - based in Dingwall since its inception. Neil Ross became partner in 2001, and now leads as principal, assisted by his son, Toby Ross. For over 115 years, Matheson Mackenzie Ross has delivered quality architectural design throughout the Scottish Highlands.
In recent years, Matheson Mackenzie Ross has delivered many successful projects from bespoke housing, such as Seven Peaks in Lochinver, to large scale commercial projects, such as Tarbert Ferry Terminal, on the Isle of Harris, which was completed on time and on budget despite the Covid-19 pandemic.
Neil Ross - Director
Neil is a chartered architect and member of the RIBA, RIAS and the ARB. Having lived and worked in the Highlands his whole life, he understands both the place, and the people; how to work with clients to achieve their ideal results whilst making the most of location and budget.
He has worked on many buildings throughout the Highlands and beyond, from new builds, renovations and alterations on smaller scale projects, to new ferry terminals and housing developments.
Neil has particular experience working in rural locations, on new and historic buildings, as well as on sensitive restoration and alteration projects.
Toby Ross - Architectural Assistant
Toby represents the next generation of the practice, working alongside Neil. Like his father and grandfather before him, he studied at the Scott Sutherland School of Architecture and Built Environment, graduating with Distinction.
He is currently working towards becoming a registered architect, developing his skills through practice while continuing the family’s legacy of designing with care for people and place. During his studies, Toby was a three-time recipient of the RGU Art & Heritage Collections Purchase Prize, and his masters’ thesis project was shortlisted for the A+DS Urban Design Award 2025.