The new tower was designed by John Monroe in the Renaissance style, built in coursed sandstone and was completed in 1755.

The main section was designed by George Monroe in the neoclassical style, also built in sandstone and was completed in 1770.

[10][11] The town house subsequently became the meeting place of Inverkeithing Community Council and a venue for councillors' surgeries.

[12] A major programme of restoration works, which involved repairs to the external masonry and the installation of a lift, was initiated with financial support from Fife Council, the National Lottery Heritage Fund, Historic Environment Scotland and the Scottish Government in June 2022.

[13][14] The work, which is being carried out by Ashwood Scotland to a design by ARC architects, will enable the building to be used as a community hub and is due to be completed in 2024.