December 2025
Cubby Construction is proud to have played a key role in the award-winning Trimontium Museum project in Melrose, which was recently recognised at the Scottish Borders Design Awards. The museum received the prestigious Scottish Borders Building of the Year award, a testament to the outstanding design and craftsmanship of everyone involved.
The Trimontium Museum, a Grade II listed building, has undergone two significant phases of development with Cubby Construction as the main contractor. The initial refurbishment was completed in 2021, followed by the HALO extension in 2023. The extension features a double-height space with a mezzanine floor, providing additional office space and a spacious learning centre. Its steel frame and zinc cladding complement the existing building, while glazed screens, rooflights and thoughtful interiors enhance the visitor experience.
The awards, organised by Scottish Borders Council and now celebrating their 40th anniversary, recognise excellence in architecture, conservation, place-making and sustainable design across the region. This year, the judging panel praised the Trimontium Museum for its sensitive handling of museum interpretation, its strong response to the surrounding conservation area, and its “calm, well-crafted internal environment that enriches understanding of the region’s Roman heritage.”
Councillor Simon Mountford, chair of the council’s Planning and Building Standards Committee, said:
“For 40 years, the Scottish Borders Design Awards have celebrated the skill, ambition and creativity of those who shape our built environment. This year’s submissions show just how much design talent we have in the region. This creativity strengthens our communities, enhances our heritage and supports a more sustainable future.”
“For 40 years, the Scottish Borders Design Awards have celebrated the skill, ambition and creativity of those who shape our built environment. This year’s submissions show just how much design talent we have in the region. This creativity strengthens our communities, enhances our heritage and supports a more sustainable future.”
Cubby Construction would like to extend thanks to SBC Architects, the Trimontium Museum Trust, and our roofing partners at Cumbrian Roofing Solutions for their collaborative effort in delivering this landmark project to the highest standards. The success of the Trimontium Museum highlights the importance of careful planning, skilled construction and attention to detail in preserving and enhancing our local heritage.
You can read more about the Trimontium Museum project and our involvement in its development
