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Search the Public Notice PortalThe University of Edinburgh has officially reopened its historic Teviot building after a major refurbishment.
The building, in Bristo Place, is the world’s oldest purpose-built student union and has undergone two-and-a-half years of restoration work aimed at improving accessibility, sustainability, and student facilities.
The project, led by the Edinburgh University Students’ Association, began in September 2023 with funding from the University and the involvement of architects Page\Park.
Extensive upgrades have made the building "80% accessible", including the addition of lifts to every level, improved toilet facilities, and energy efficiency improvements.
Ash Scholz, president of the Students’ Association, told The Herald: "I do remember Teviot before, it was a charming building but you could really tell its age.
"The heating didn't work sometimes, the toilets weren't great and it almost wasn't accessible at all.
"So I think its really great that we've kept a lot of the original features but at the same time its now fit for current students and what they need."
The refurbishment has also created new social and study spaces, including a lounge, group work areas, and the Gallery Studio, which will offer wellbeing events and workshops.
Union Social, a new bar and restaurant replacing the former Sports and Underground bars, will host entertainment five nights a week including live music, DJs, a Sunday night pub quiz, and screenings of major sporting events.
Ash Scholz added: “Teviot has always been at the heart of student life in Edinburgh, so reopening it now, while campus is still buzzing and before exams begin, feels incredibly important.
"Teviot is somewhere to connect, celebrate and take a breather during one of the busiest points in the year."
The Union Social area will also play music from a playlist curated by previous alumni that were approached by the university and asked to suggest a song that reminds them of their time at the union.
This August, the Students’ Association will welcome Gilded Balloon back to Teviot for the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, marking the return of one of the city’s flagship performance partnerships to its home venue.
The much-loved Library Bar has wholly remained the same, with some upgrades to the wood, hardware and bar area below.
The Students’ Association said it worked closely with independent businesses, skilled craftspeople and apprentices across Scotland to restore original features, creating valuable training opportunities for young people entering the heritage and construction sectors.
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Professor Sir Peter Mathieson, principal and vice-chancellor of the University of Edinburgh, said: "This renovation was driven by the need to carry out essential repairs and upgrades to an iconic building on our campus.
"We have significantly improved accessibility, facilities and sustainability, while carefully preserving its heritage and character for students today and for generations to come.
"It is fantastic to see Teviot so thoughtfully reimagined and ready to welcome visitors once again."
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