Edinburgh eyes Melbourne-style approach to neighbourhoods
EDINBURGH councillors are to consider implementing a model which would ensure that all residents in the capital live within 20 minutes of council services.
The...
Robertson introduces facial recognition technology on major project
ROBERTSON Construction has deployed facial recognition technology on its National Robotarium project in Edinburgh.
The move will support contactless site entry for those working on...
Housebuilder appoints sustainability analysts to help drive green ambitions
CALA Homes has highlighted the firm's green credentials with the appointment of two sustainability analysts and a partnership with the Construction Scotland Innovation Centre...
New technical director to lead TÜV SÜD’s digital and BIM services
TÜV SÜD UK has appointed Dave Peacock as technical director of its Building Advisory Service.
Peacock has worked in the UK construction and property sector...
New £11m Highland flood defence scheme to protect over 300 homes
R.J. McLeod has commenced work on a new £11 million flood prevention scheme in the Highlands.
The Highland Council said that the development will protect...
School restoration project makes Scottish Design Awards shortlist
THE restored Ayr Grammar Primary School building has been shortlisted in the annual Scottish Design Awards.
BDP's Glasgow studio was behind the design of the...
Housebuilder supports Loanhead Gala Day
LOANHEAD Gala Day has welcomed a donation from local housebuilder Dandara ahead of the August event.
The local housebuilder is behind the new homes at...
Artisan strengthens Scottish management team
ARTISAN Real Estate has announced plans to strengthen its position in Scotland with the announcement of a new management team.
The developer is pressing ahead...
Infrastructure investment drives ‘surge’ in construction job registrations in Scotland
NEW research has revealed that permanent job registrations in Scotland's construction and property sector have increased by over 59% in the last 12 weeks,...
Paisley contractor appoints new group HSEQ manager
THE JR Group has appointed Colin Lafferty as its new group HSEQ manager.
The 40-year-old brings with him more than 15 years' experience, gained from...
New affordable homes ‘progressing well’ in East Calder
TAYLOR Wimpey East Scotland and Home Group Scotland have announced that work is underway on delivery the first of 69 affordable homes at their...
Energy saving conservation work underway in Edinburgh’s Old Town
RESIDENTS in Edinburgh's Canongate area could be in line for a 50% saving on energy emissions, the capital's council has said.
It comes as a...
New pavilions to be leased as part of £28m Union Terrace Gardens project
THREE pavilions in Aberdeen's Union Terrace Gardens designed to act as cafes, restaurants or arts spaces are to be marketed for leasing.
The detached, steel...
Two Glasgow bridges to be strengthened in £2.3m project
A £2.3 million project to strengthen and repaint two bridges in the south side of Glasgow is to get underway this month (June).
Network Rail...
£3.1 million housing development to be built in Leven
KINGDOM Housing Association is behind plans for 24 new homes on a vacant site previously occupied by a gym and social work offices in...
Regeneration specialist adds four new recruits
REGENERATION specialist Urban Union has strengthened its Glasgow-based team with four new appointments.
Daniel MacDonald, Claire Ferris, Ashleigh Donnelly and Chloe Paterson will join the...
Plans launched to transform Cairngorms into ‘world class’ mountain environment
A masterplan to transform the Cairngorms into a 'world class' mountain environment has been launched.
The 25-year blueprint will look to ensure nature thrives in...
Reservoir to be retained after locals report mental health benefits
A former North Lanarkshire reservoir is to remain open after locals reported the positive impact it has on their mental health.
Scottish Water had proposed...
Specialist contractors to address Stirling rock fall
SPECIALIST rock fall contractors have been brought on board to remove loose material from the Abbey Craig hill in Stirling.
It comes following the closure...
Build of new homes at site of former Livingston depot underway
WORK to build 29 new council homes at the site of a former depot in Livingston is underway.
The project will bring a mixture of...
