Glasgow student accommodation scheme reaches full height
THE build of a student accommodation development on Bath Street in Glasgow city centre has topped out - reaching full height at 36 metres.
GRAHAM...
Why a more considered approach is key to decarbonising UK housing
By Zander Muego, partner at Thomas & Adamson
The importance of decarbonisation is becoming increasingly well understood. As all industries look at how they can...
Scottish commercial property investment drops, but ‘cautious optimism’ remains
NEW research has revealed investment in Scottish commercial property dipped during the first six months of 2024 following uncertainty over interest rates.
Commercial property consultancy...
Second phase of Edinburgh development launches
THE second phase of luxury apartments at Cruden Homes' West Craigs Green Development in Edinburgh have been released.
Offering a mix of one and two-bedroom...
MMR homes provide £530m boost to Scotland’s construction industry
THE economic and social benefit created by the delivery of mid-market rent (MMR) properties has been highlighted in a new report commissioned by not-for-profit...
£3m Paisley Arts Centre revamp complete
CLARK Contracts has completed the £3 million transformation of the B-listed Paisley Arts Centre to create an upgraded performance venue and cultural hub for...
Landmark EPD for timber frame wall panel showcases green credentials
DONALDSON Timber Systems (DTS) has announced it has become the first timber frame manufacturer to offer a published, third party accredited environmental product declaration...
Balfour Beatty to be awarded £184.7m Tomatin to Moy dualling contract
BALFOUR Beatty is poised to be appointed to dual the A9 between Tomatin and Moy in a contract worth £184.7 million.
The Scottish Government has...
Clydebank gap site set to welcome modular homes
WORK is set to begin on a small area of disused land in Clydebank which is being developed by West Dunbartonshire Council to help...
Barratt confirms trio of senior promotions in Scotland
BARRATT has strengthened its leadership team in Scotland with three senior appointments.
Barratt Developments Scotland – which includes Barratt Homes and David Wilson Homes –...
Ex-Ullapool care home building to be transformed to support independent living
A Highlands social housing provider has secured planning approval to transform a disused care home staff accommodation block into homes that will allow people...
Trade body encouraged by new chancellor’s emphasis on housing and planning
HOMES for Scotland has welcomed new UK chancellor Rachel Reeves' emphasis on housing delivery and the planning system - and urged the Scottish Government...
Glasgow launches consultation on tall buildings
A consultation has been launched on tall buildings in Glasgow. Running until September 30, Glasgow City Council said the consultation will help to shape...
Procast awarded five-year framework agreement by Loreburn Housing Association
HAMILTON-based principal contractor, Procast Group, has announced it has been awarded a five-year framework agreement by Loreburn Housing Association.
The move is described as a...
Scotland needs new generation of homes built ‘faster and with greener credentials’
SCOTLAND needs a new generation of homes that are built faster and with greener credentials, according to a national trade body.
The BMF (Builders Merchants...
Keys to new schools at Dunfermline Learning Campus handed over
FIFE Council has officially taken ownership of the new St Columba's RC High School and Woodmill High School at the Dunfermline Learning Campus.
The keys...
Turbine supplier announced for Highland wind farm
SSE Renewables has announced Vestas as the turbine supplier for its Aberarder wind farm in the Highlands.
Vestas will supply and install a dozen of...
Contractor announced for £500,000 refurbishment of Inverness play park
JUPITER Play & Leisure has been awarded the £500,000 contract to carry out refurbishment works at Inverness' popular Whin Park.
A shortlist of two potential...
Landmark Bonnyrigg Passivhaus development officially certified
FLEMING has achieved certification for a major Passivhaus project at Burnbrae Road, Bonnyrigg. This marks one of the largest certified Passivhaus projects in Scotland...
GMG Energy announces partnership with Hendry Joinery and Builders
GMG Energy has joined forces with Hendry Joinery and Builders to supply and install bespoke garden rooms and home offices across Scotland.
Based in the...
