Niche developer Artisan Real Estate is progressing with the homes-led transformation of the former Caledonian Brewery in Shandon, Edinburgh.

Planning approval was granted in May 2025 for Artisan’s ambitious proposals to develop the historic brewery site into a sustainable, low-carbon residential neighbourhood delivering a mix of 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments for sale as part of a 168 new, high-quality private and affordable homes.

Sitting at the western edge of Edinburgh’s city centre, the Caledonian Brewery was the capital’s last major brewery prior to the ceasing of operations in 2022. The brewery was founded in 1869 by George Lorimer and Robert Clark and its distinctive range of B-listed Victorian buildings provide an important reminder of the city’s once extensive brewing heritage.