Jo Parry-Geddes
Jo Parry-Geddes is a RIAS Advanced Conservation Accredited Architect and Director at Mill Architects in Edinburgh, with over 25 years’ experience working across Scotland’s built heritage.
Her career has been dedicated to the conservation, repair and adaptive reuse of historic buildings, from A-listed townhouses and landmark churches to community heritage projects and traditional tenements.
Jo has led more than 95 church fabric repair projects, alongside major conservation work on nationally significant sites including the Kirk of St Nicholas in Aberdeen, The Queen’s Hall in Edinburgh and John Knox House. Her expertise also extends to the climate-focused retrofit of traditional and listed buildings, underpinned by specialist training in energy efficiency and retrofit.
Alongside her practice work, Jo plays an active role in shaping the conservation sector. She is Chair of the Tenement Action Group, sits on the RIAS Conservation Committee, and serves on the National Churches Trust Steering Group. She has convened the Edinburgh Traditional Building Forum and continues to champion collaboration across the conservation sector through events, seminars and public engagement.
Jo is recognised for her ability to combine deep technical knowledge with strong leadership and advocacy. A passionate supporter of Scotland’s built environment, she brings to BEFS extensive hands-on conservation experience and a clear commitment to sustainability, collaboration and ensuring heritage remains central to the future of Scotland’s places
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